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Rick R.

OYSTER BAY, NY

5.0 out of 5 stars
•27 reviews
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Personal care for only YOUR pet(s)

Pet care experience

Loving and caring lifelong dog owner that will spoil your pet with lots of TLC. Fenced in yard and a nice walk-able neighborhood with nearby beach & parks. Your pet is free to roam the house and is only crated at your request or as needed. I recently experienced the loss of my dogs due to illness and miss the company of having the dogs around the house. I have had a lifetime of experience with dogs and can't imagine life without one! Your dog(s) will be cared for as if it were my own, with lots of love and attention. They'll have access to a fenced in backyard, where they can run and play, safe and sound. I have experience with administering insulin to dogs with diabetes if necessary. Your dogs will be pampered and spoiled. I look forward to helping you with any of your pets needs! Please note, I am very flexible with pick up and drop off times. Pick ups that occur more than 4 hours after the 24 hour drop off time will be subject to the Doggy Day Care rate. Please add this to the booking request if it is known in advance. Thank you.

Reviews

Barbara T.
Dog Boarding • Mar 05, 2024
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I left Ruby with Rick for 2 1/2 weeks- the longest I'd been away. It was great to find Rick right in my neighborhood. Ruby took to the house and yard quickly. She seemed to be at home there. Rick asked for and kept all details as to her usual schedule and sent me updates. I'd recommend Rick to anyone who needed boarding.

Voula C.
Dog Boarding • Dec 18, 2023
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Highly recommend Rick for your pet sitting needs!

Amy M.
Dog Boarding • Dec 10, 2023
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Rick and his wife were wonderful! We are very apprehensive about leaving our dog with a stranger, to the point where we haven’t really gone anywhere without our dog since we moved away from our last pet sitter/friend. They seem to be very responsible and kind people, who were willing to follow any care instructions we provided, and provide a comfortable environment for our dog to hang out while we were away. Communication was great, and we would use them again if they were available.

Betty H.
Drop-In Visits • Apr 22, 2023
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Rick cared for my cat with daily visits while I was on vacation for 11 days. He was easy to reach quickly and reliable, followed directions, and sent daily updates with pictures every single day! It was reassuring to know that my cat was well taken care of. My husband and I both noticed that the cat seemed calmer upon our return home than he has been in the past after we've traveled. Rick also went above and beyond to keep an eye on things - he brought in some mail and some heavy items that were delivered while we were away. I would definitely hire him again. Thank you so much, Rick!!!

About Rick R.

Communication

12 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
90% bookings with photo updates

Skills

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

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 4-8 hours

Information Rick R. would like to know about your pet

I am fine with all breeds and prefer well tempered and playful pets. I have owned a miniature Schnauzer, Miniature Poodle and a Chihuahua. I would like to know about your dogs personality, If they are playful and social with people and other dogs. What are their eating habits? Do they get treats? Do they have any medical issues or food allergies? Please provide emergency contact information and the contact info of the family vet for confirmed bookings.

A typical day

I live in a nice neighborhood with lighted sidewalks and a nearby beach for taking walks. Bring along their favorite toys as I like to keep them happy and active! They are welcome to snuggle on the couch or bring their favorite blanket and bed as I wind down for the day in the den watching some TV.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$75per night
House Sitting
in your home
$100per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$40per visit
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
$65per day
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$40per walk

Rick can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Non-neutered males accepted, spayed females only
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time

Rick can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Calendar last updated 17 days ago
Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About Rick R.

Communication

12 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
90% bookings with photo updates

Skills

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

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 4-8 hours

Information Rick R. would like to know about your pet

I am fine with all breeds and prefer well tempered and playful pets. I have owned a miniature Schnauzer, Miniature Poodle and a Chihuahua. I would like to know about your dogs personality, If they are playful and social with people and other dogs. What are their eating habits? Do they get treats? Do they have any medical issues or food allergies? Please provide emergency contact information and the contact info of the family vet for confirmed bookings.

A typical day

I live in a nice neighborhood with lighted sidewalks and a nearby beach for taking walks. Bring along their favorite toys as I like to keep them happy and active! They are welcome to snuggle on the couch or bring their favorite blanket and bed as I wind down for the day in the den watching some TV.

Location

OYSTER BAY, NY

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Rick R.

OYSTER BAY, NY

5.0 out of 5 stars
•27 reviews