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Richard B.

5.0 out of 5 stars
19 repeat clients
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Richard B.

5.0 out of 5 stars
19 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $55 per night

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.

Highlights

Enhanced background check
9 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication
Accepts 1 client at a time

Pet care experience

Solo Boarding for Sensitive Dogs

I've taken care of pets all my life. Coming from a family of gigantic nerds, we had something of a menagerie. Since moving to Portland, I've been providing focused one-on-one boarding for dogs & dog families who prefer to board alone and avoid multi-dog settings. If you're a household with more than one dog, I take multiple dogs who live together, but do not book more than one family at a time. Because I have such a small capacity, I do not check Rover every day for new clients. Returning clients requesting dates can expect a quicker reply.

Qualifications

19 repeat pet parents
68% response rate
Usually responds within a few hours
100% bookings with photo updates
9 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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59 ratings
Hayley J.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 28, 2026

This is the second time Richard has watched Bug and Ollie. He takes wonderful care of them and they are very happy there. One of my dogs is a nervous, older dog with a big bark and Richard is great with him and Bug adores Richard. It is so reassuring knowing they'll be in a safe, loving environment while I am out of town.

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Savannah C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 04, 2026

Carmie is always excited to pull up to Richard’s! We are so grateful to have someone that we 100% trust to care for him & give him lots of love and attention!

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Tim M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 30, 2026

Thank you for another great boarding stay. Bobby and Fish had a great time and we really appreciate the pictures and updates.

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Savannah C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 08, 2026

Carmie is always excited to pull up to their house & we always feel relieved knowing he’s with someone who takes good care of him & thinks he’s a an angel!😇

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Edma C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Mar 11, 2026

Richard was amazing. My dogs are not easy to handle and Richard was exceptionally kind and calm towards them. He provided updates and sent photos and videos to let us know that all was good. I highly recommend Richard and will be bringing my boys back. Thank you for providing a safe and comfortable home for our dogs while we were away.

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Samuel M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Mar 03, 2026

Bear had a fun-filled weekend with Richard while we were out of town and it was so comforting to get pictures and videos of Bear’s playtime during our travels.

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Calendar and availability

Schedule

I am out of the house during the week for up to 4 hours during the public school year. In the summer, breaks, and weekends I am home apart from occasional errands. I am more than happy to discuss your dog's particular needs directly.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I tend to sit for animals that appreciate a lot of companionship. My house can accommodate one family (one or more dogs) and has an enclosed back yard with a quiet residential walking neighborhood and nearby park.

A typical day

I like to start the day with a walk. In good weather, spend as much time as I can out in yard providing fresh air and vitamin D. I live in a good walking neighborhood with a large park across the street.

41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time
Richard can host up to 3 pets per night
I will probably ask about favorite forms of play (fetch, tug, keep away, &c.) and amount of walking/exercise needed daily, any medications or special needs, and any sleep rituals or needs, but obviously please share anything about your dog you think is relevant.
These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.

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.

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.