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Richard P.

Meriden, CT

5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
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Here to help with your pup's needs!

Pet care experience

I've taken care of dogs since I was young. I am a veteran who worked with military dogs, as well. I recently passed my exam and am a certified dog trainer.

Reviews

Susan A.
Doggy Day Care • Nov 18, 2022
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Richard truly seems to love dogs (and vice-versa) and being a certified dog trainer, he really knows how to read their body language and know what they want and need. My dog goes to see Richard a few times a week for socialization and play-time with other dogs and she gets very excited as we approach Richard's place. I feel comfortable leaving her there and know that she's having fun while being kept safe. Unlike bigger daycare facilities, Richard limits how many dogs he has per day so that each dog gets plenty of individualized attention. Thank you, Richard!

Barbara C.
Doggy Day Care • Oct 22, 2022
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Ricky has been wonderful with my "lover not a fighter" young dog. He used his dog training skills to great effect to get my timid boy playing and romping with dogs much better than him. The regular pictures he took the time to take and send to me are so thoughtful and help me to relax about his care!

Kate D.
Doggy Day Care • Aug 22, 2022
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Ricky is absolutely amazing! I was honestly so nervous leaving my pup with someone I didn’t know and he made her and I feel very comfortable. She gets anxious when she’s not around me and she was fine the whole time! He sent pictures to keep me in the loop about her day and he followed all the instructions I gave him. Lola and I will definitely be using him again!

Hilary O.
Doggy Day Care • Jul 09, 2022
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Ricky and his wonderful trio of doggies were great! Lincoln played and bonded with his friendly dogs! We were grateful Ricky agreed to take Lincoln on short notice. He is a dog trainer and obviously loves doggies!! I highly recommend leaving your pup in his care!

About Richard P.

Communication

1 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under 12 hours
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

15 years of experience
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I like to do a lot of training and utilize puzzle toys to keep my dogs mentally and physically stimulated. I have plenty of space in my yard for my dogs to smell, wander, and play. I have a large fenced in yard with a doggy pool on those hot days.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 3 dogs
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Richard P. would like to know about your pet

If there are any special needs your dog has, please let me know ahead of time. I will help as best as I can and work around, if we have to.

A typical day

Your dog(s) will feel loved in my care! We'll go over fun tricks, play fetch and other games, or just relax if that's what your dog wants! You tell me.

Services

Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
AWAY

Richard can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs
No females in heat

Availability

I am currently working part-time with UPS and am available all day after 10 in the morning. I spend most of my days at home training my dogs while trying to pursue a career in dog training.

About Richard P.

Communication

1 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under 12 hours
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

15 years of experience
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I like to do a lot of training and utilize puzzle toys to keep my dogs mentally and physically stimulated. I have plenty of space in my yard for my dogs to smell, wander, and play. I have a large fenced in yard with a doggy pool on those hot days.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 3 dogs
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Richard P. would like to know about your pet

If there are any special needs your dog has, please let me know ahead of time. I will help as best as I can and work around, if we have to.

A typical day

Your dog(s) will feel loved in my care! We'll go over fun tricks, play fetch and other games, or just relax if that's what your dog wants! You tell me.

Location

Meriden, CT

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Richard P.

Meriden, CT

5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews