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Rick W.

5.0 out of 5 stars
3 repeat clients
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Rick W.

5.0 out of 5 stars
3 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $80 per night

Highlights

Enhanced background check
10 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication
Special needs experience

Pet care experience

Dog companion/animal empathizer

I have worked in board and train schools, foster homes and I have been a pet documentarian for several years as well. It is within my nature to connect with animals on their level which seems to enable me to work, even with the most timid of dogs.

Qualifications

3 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
10 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

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Berni H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Apr 09, 2026

Rick was absolutely wonderful with my two pups kept me informed daily and sent me pictures so I felt very comfortable and didn’t worry about them at all. I will totally utilize Rick again when I go out on vacation if he’s unavailable, I highly recommend him.

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Kira A.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Oct 12, 2025

Rick was amazing watching my dog! They whould go in walks and he whould take the best pictures of my dog! He is such a great person and loves our dog!!

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Jordan C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 11, 2025

10/10! Rick was awesome with our high-energy dog for a whole week-long boarding. He was super communicative, easy going, and would very much recommend him.

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Megan O. C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 13, 2025

Rick did such a fantastic job with our pup! Woody came home happy and tired, always a sign of a great stay :). Rick is so great with dogs - we will definitely be booking with him again!

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Wendy H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Jun 26, 2025

Rick is absolutely amazing and takes such good care of our dog. He treats her like family instead of a job.

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Esmeralda A.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 10, 2025

Rick did such an amazing job with our two babies! We loved all the photos he took and kept us apart of their little stay!

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Schedule

I am a writer, so naturally my work time flexes with each assignment. I have an active lifestyle. Dog walking in particular is one of my favorite pass-times to clear my mind between work.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

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 2-4 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I live on a spacious lot in northwest Boise with an enclosed back yard and nearby trails that I frequently walk or hike. With the nature of my work, I am primarily home or nearby at all times.

A typical day

I love running or walking dogs, morning and evening, playing fetch, and whatever else your pet is accustomed to. I am attentive and provide a level of companionship that I pride myself on.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
No females in heat
Rick can host up to 2 pets per night
If your dog has behavioral quirks, a bite history or particular sensitivities, It will do a lot of good to discuss these ahead of time so I can be sure to imprint right the first time. Is your dog a runner? I would love to exercise your dog too as long as your vet says your pet is healthy enough for it.
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.