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Rick M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
29 repeat clients
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Rick M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
29 repeat clients
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Carbondale, IL

Highlights

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

Pet care experience

My Best Friends Keeper!

I have loved and cared for animals my entire life. I have done PT with special need dogs & I have always had a special bond with them. I also have experience in administrating insulin shots and oral medicine daily. All my friends are dogs.

Qualifications

29 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
40 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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114 ratings
Kim T.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 17, 2026

Rick is phenomenal. We had a last minute trip pop up and being relatively new didn’t know anyone to call. Rick did a same day meet and greet and then took in our fur baby a couple days later for 5 whole days. Lucky loves Rick. He has a dynamic personality, seems quite patient and snuggled with Lucky just like he was his own. We got frequent updates and pictures. We will definitely be calling on Rick again. Thank you so much for saving us the worry and being able to enjoy ourselves while Lucky enjoyed his time with you. Dave, Lucky and I highly recommend him. - Kim

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Susan W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 11, 2026

So appreciate the care and love Rick gives my dog!

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Susan W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Aug 11, 2026

Thanks so much for caring for the elusive Watson!

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Ellen R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 09, 2026

Rick always takes fabulous care of Meatloaf and he came home calm and happy. I highly recommend Rick!

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Jackie F.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 05, 2026

He was very proactive in helping her deal with her fireworks fears.

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Susan W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 17, 2026

Rick is a fantastic dog sitter. His love of the animals is very apparent!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I am currently working from home and would enjoy taking care of those in need. I have 4 small dogs and they are all socialized & love company. At “My Best Friend’s Keeper” I look forward to meeting and caring for your best friend!

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I can crate your dog, if needed but all dogs are welcome to sleep in my California King bed with me. I take my dogs out on a leash and put them on an outside lead. I have 2 rescues that were runners, so, I am habitual with the leashes. Your dog will remain on their leash and with me. My home has always been open to the dogs owned by family and friends, so my dogs, are extremely socialized.

Pets

A typical day

We have plenty of toys and space to play. I also live next to a park where we can walk and exercise frequently, if needed. My dogs love playmates and enjoy 4 legged house guests.

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
Rick can host up to 6 pets per night
Let me know if your dog has special needs or habits I should be aware of. Your dog will always be treated like 1 of the family.
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.