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Raymond D.

4.9 out of 5 stars
50 repeat clients
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Raymond D.

4.9 out of 5 stars
50 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $30 per night

Highlights

Enhanced background check
15 years of experience
Home full time
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Your pet will be treated wonderful

I've had dogs all my life we have a little dog and he is my best friend(second to my wife) I take him with me when I run errands and he gets really excited when we ask him if he wants to go for a ride in grandpas truck or grandmas car. He goes with us everywhere we go he likes to go on vacation with us up north. My dog is pretty spoiled and I have enough love to spoil someone else dog too. I would treat your pet like he/she was mine. I take the responsibility caring for your pet very seriously because you are placing your trust in me to care for your pet while you are away in my view that is a big deal to ask someone to do I try to keep the dogs on their regular schedule like they are in their own home this includes feeding ,walking and poddy breaks. I have learned that they are more relaxed when I do this and it makes their stay less stressful. I do not have a fenced yard but when they are on a leash and make sure I am aware of their surroundings to anticipate anything that maybe harmful to them. I'm retired so this my second work life / passion. I love animals and will do what it takes to keep them safe and happy while they are in my care. I live in a condo so when I board if your pet has to go out they are on a leash. I also make sure that they are not in a situation that they can get anxious or hurt.

Qualifications

50 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds within a few hours
10% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
15 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

4.9
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125 ratings
Kathi L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • apr. 03, 2026

Everything was done as we asked and we were alerted to the fact our pet wasn’t eating so a food change could be made. Thank you!

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Chelsea O.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • mrt. 31, 2026

Ray was great! He checked in with us and took great care of our babies! We will definitely be booking with him again!

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Lashell B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • dec. 19, 2025

Great dog sitter communicated with us during the reservation with pictures and updates also very reliable. We will be booking again.

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Glenn N.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • jul. 23, 2025

Ray was excellent. He had good communication and I never had a worry! I would definitely use him again in the future.

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Laura L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • apr. 07, 2025

Miggy loved his walks with Raymond. He had a great time and he took care to make sure he got his exercise. We will definitely be having Raymond walk Miggy again.

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Laura L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • mrt. 05, 2025

Ray was wonderful with our dog Miggy for his walk. Looking forward to having him again!

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Schedule

I'm retired so this is my second life. I try to keep them on their regular schedule so the change to to an environment is easier on the pet. It has been my experience that they are calmer and there are less issues with accidents and not eating or drinking

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I don't have a yard so when they go out they are on a leash and I try to always be aware of other dogs or people around me that could be a problem.

A typical day

I like to take them to the park if the weather is nice or take them for a ride in my truck. Also walks around the neighborhood are good to help burn off energy.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only
Takes only 1 client at a time
Raymond can host up to 1 pet per night
The temperament of the dog. Does the dog have special dietary needs. What kind of personality does he/she have is he or she afraid of storms , separation anxiety. is your dog timid or aggressive to people they don't know. Are the aggressive when it comes to their food or toys. I would also like to know if your pet is under a vets care or if they are not feeling well this will determine if I will accept or decline a booking.
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