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Richard T.

Star Sitter

Paradise Valley, Phoenix, AZ

4.9 out of 5 stars
373 reviews
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Services

Richard can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat

Richard can care for

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old

Availability

I am retired so I have plenty of time to spend with your dog. I love to go on walks and play with dogs that I care for.

Available
Not available
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About Richard T.

Communication

148 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

A safe environment is very important so I have doggy gates in my house to keep your dog in the safest areas of my house and I have a 7 foot cement wall in my backyard.

Home

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 0-2 hours

Information Richard T. would like to know about your pet

I need to know that your dog is friendly with other dogs. I will have other doggy guest occasionally so its important that everyone is friendly.

A typical day

Here's where we'll take our walks We will go on long walks around my neighborhood. There are several nice parks in my neighborhood. Your dog's sleeping arrangement Your dog is welcome to sleep wherever he or she feels most comfortable. However, I do not allow dogs to sleep in bed with me. Please feel free to bring your dog's favorite pillow, blanket, or dog bed from home. Time I'll spend with your dog Since I am home FULL TIME. Your dog will have my undivided attention, given the love and affection he deserves day and night. While you are gone you can be sure to rest easy knowing that your canine pal is being very well taken care of.

Location

Phoenix, AZ

Richard T.'s Neighborhood

Richard T. has Star Sitter status

The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.

Home Full time Pet Lover

Pet care experience

*Daily text message and photo updates *24/7 supervision. I'm home full time *Long walks and trips to the dog park Hi! My name is Rich and I live at 40th St and Bell. I'm retired so your dog will have full time supervision. I am also one of the Rover Premier pet sitters who has undergone advanced screening that culminated in a face-to-face in-home interview with a home inspection. . My home is very pet friendly and has a doggy door to the backyard for the dogs convenience. The backyard has a lot of room for your dog to play and has a seven foot high concrete fence. My house is located near some great dog walking areas. I have been a full time pet sitter for over 10 years and have experience with giving dogs their medications including diabetic shots. As a Rover Premier sitter, I will give your dog the love and personal attention that he or she is used to and deserves. I look forwarding to meeting my new guests and their owners. Why I love dog sitting I am an animal lover, especially dogs. You can be sure I will take great care of dogs that I have stay with me as guests. I truly believe that dogs give us so much and ask so little in return. It is my great privilege to interact with these incredible companions. My experience administering medication: Yes, I have no problem administering medication when given a proper demonstration.

Reviews

Samantha C.
Boarding • Jun 15, 2026
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Richard was great, communicative, and took great care of Kelvin! Kelvin had a wonderful time 😊.

Suzy H.
Boarding • Jun 14, 2026
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Thank you, Richard, for taking such good care of Chloe.

Kevin C.
Boarding • Jun 09, 2026
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Great stay, highly recommended and very accommodating. Magic has had multiple stays and always has a great time.

Vicky L.
Boarding • Jun 03, 2026
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Highly recommended! Great sitter! Thanks for the friendly service!

About Richard T.

Communication

148 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

A safe environment is very important so I have doggy gates in my house to keep your dog in the safest areas of my house and I have a 7 foot cement wall in my backyard.

Home

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 0-2 hours

Information Richard T. would like to know about your pet

I need to know that your dog is friendly with other dogs. I will have other doggy guest occasionally so its important that everyone is friendly.

A typical day

Here's where we'll take our walks We will go on long walks around my neighborhood. There are several nice parks in my neighborhood. Your dog's sleeping arrangement Your dog is welcome to sleep wherever he or she feels most comfortable. However, I do not allow dogs to sleep in bed with me. Please feel free to bring your dog's favorite pillow, blanket, or dog bed from home. Time I'll spend with your dog Since I am home FULL TIME. Your dog will have my undivided attention, given the love and affection he deserves day and night. While you are gone you can be sure to rest easy knowing that your canine pal is being very well taken care of.

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Richard T.

Star Sitter

Paradise Valley, Phoenix, AZ

4.9 out of 5 stars
373 reviews