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Raphael M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
2 repeat clients
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Raphael M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
2 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $15 per visit

Highlights

Basic background check
9 years of experience
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

If your pet needs play, you need me

I have years of experience raising and caring for dogs (Border collie, French Griffon, Beagle...), cats (Tabby, Korat...), goats (Nubian) and chickens. I am a distance runner (and certified personal trainer), and I loooove to run and romp with dogs... on the leash of course :) Pets and farm animals have not only been faithful companions in my life, but teachers and protectors. It is an understatement to say that I love them. I am tempted to share pages of stories about all the beloved animals in my life, but instead, I'll just quote Temple Grandin: "Animals make us human." I feel called to repay my animal friends for their gifts by providing them with compassionate care every chance I get, and I hope to meet and care for your special companion(s)!

Qualifications

2 repeat pet parents
76% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
50% bookings with photo updates
9 years of experience
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Ratings and reviews

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Nichole B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Dec 14, 2019

Raphael is a perfect match for our rambunctious 4-1/2 month old puppy! We greatly appreciate Raphael's patience and skill will our little guy, and are thrilled to count Raphael among our puppy's extended family.

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Nichole B.
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House Sitting • Oct 29, 2019

Raphael was a perfect playmate for our energetic 14-week old puppy! We’re lucky to have Raphael so close by in the neighborhood and look forward to having him care for our growing guy again.

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Libby K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Sep 09, 2019

Raphael took excellent care of my two chihuahuas and of my home! They got daily walks, treats, and pets, and my house looked as good (or better?) than I left it. When I got home from vacation, my next door neighbor even commented on how much attention my dogs were getting. I will definitely request him to dogsit in the future!

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Claire R.
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House Sitting • Jan 01, 2019

Raphael did a great job with Finn! Finn is an extremely high energy dog and Raphael made it clear, and proved, that he could handle him. He also gave me lots of updates. I would definitely contact Raphael to watch Finn again.

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Rebecca L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Dec 17, 2018

Our dogs (all four of them!) were well taken care of by Raphael. They can be a handful and he took great care of them. He was punctual, professional, and even brought in packages & mail for us while we were away from home. We are so glad to have found that he was available.

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Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Raphael can host up to 1 drop-in per day
Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.