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Rick K.

Newington, CT

5.0 out of 5 stars
•2 reviews
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Dogs Love Me! Calm & Patient

Pet care experience

There have been dogs in my life almost constantly since I was 6 years old, and continuing into my retirement. In fact I now have two grand dogs that I am very proud of! I believe I have a calming presence, which a dog can clearly sense, deescalating what could turn into a stressful situation. However I can be firm and use my voice to show my displeasure when a dog misbehaves (which I'm sure my 2 grand dogs will attest to!) I am currently not working at all, so I have plenty of time to play and walk your dog. Although I have a lot of free time, prearranged appointments would work best for me. My wife & I are very active (biking, golfing, kayaking, hiking) so last minute notifications would be very iffy for me. I do not plan to provide any home services in my own home at this time. So this section would not currently apply to me.

Reviews

Rosemary L.
Dog Walking • Nov 05, 2020
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I had a busy day at work and knew I wouldn't be able to give Baxter a good walk that day. Rick was great, on time, and great with Baxter. You can tell he is good with animals and I will defiantly use him again.

Alex M.
Jun 30, 2020

Rick is the go-to sitter for my two dogs. Both of my pups are still young and high energy, but Rick is always ready to bring them away to a nearby park or field to run around, or take them on long walks around the neighborhood. He's always spoiling them!

About Rick K.

Communication

1 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes

Skills

45 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Information Rick K. would like to know about your pet

How often has your pet been left with a sitter? What length of time is your pet comfortable being left alone? being left with a sitter? What are the Do's and Don'ts? Tips for giving your dog the best experience.

A typical day

Dog walks will be fun, whether it's around the block or at the local dog park, chasing a tennis ball or Frisbee, we'll have a good time. Tug of war, you say? bring it, I am tough to beat! Belly rubs and play wrestle, whatever your dog enjoys is fine with me.

Services

Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
AWAY
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
AWAY

Rick can watch in your home

16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old

About Rick K.

Communication

1 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes

Skills

45 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Information Rick K. would like to know about your pet

How often has your pet been left with a sitter? What length of time is your pet comfortable being left alone? being left with a sitter? What are the Do's and Don'ts? Tips for giving your dog the best experience.

A typical day

Dog walks will be fun, whether it's around the block or at the local dog park, chasing a tennis ball or Frisbee, we'll have a good time. Tug of war, you say? bring it, I am tough to beat! Belly rubs and play wrestle, whatever your dog enjoys is fine with me.

Location

Newington, CT

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Rick K.

Newington, CT

5.0 out of 5 stars
•2 reviews