Rico Mike A.
Rico Mike A.
Contact for Drop-In Visits
from $20 per visit
Highlights
Pet care experience
Ultimate On-Demand Dog Concierge
*** MULTI-DOG DISCOUNTS ALWAYS 🦮🦮🤑*** ***ADDITIONAL DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE FOR THE FIRST 3-5 REVIEWS 🙏*** ***VETERAN PRICING and/or WEEKLY/MONTHLY LONG-TERM DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE ⚓🪖*** ***PICTURES & UPDATES PROVIDED DURING CARE 🦮📸🐕📷*** I provide a full spectrum of dog care services, encompassing everything from basic needs like walking and waste removal to specialized training. I excel in leash work, addressing reactivity issues, and implementing positive reinforcement techniques. My approach is tailored to each dog's unique personality and needs, ensuring a positive and enriching experience. I'm committed to fostering a strong bond with your dog, while providing you with peace of mind!
Qualifications
Pets
Safety, trust & environment
* For House Sitting in Client's Home: When caring for pets in their own homes, I respect their familiar surroundings, following all provided instructions meticulously. I maintain their established routines for feeding, walks, and playtime, ensuring minimal disruption. I prioritize security and safety, both for the pet and the home, and provide regular updates to the owner. I strive to create a calm and reassuring presence, minimizing stress for the animal in their owner's absence. *For Dog Walking and Training Services (Combined): During walks, I prioritize safety and positive reinforcement techniques. Leash manners are consistently reinforced, and any reactivity issues are addressed with patience and expertise. Training sessions are tailored to the dog's individual needs, using positive reinforcement to encourage desired behaviors. I communicate clearly with owners, providing updates on their dog's progress and any relevant observations. I am dedicated to creating a positive and enriching experience during every interaction.
Ratings and reviews
If you’re looking for a top-tier dog sitter, hire Rico! He set up a meet-and-greet beforehand so everyone felt comfortable, sent daily updates with a cool report card, and left our house completely spotless. He didn't just watch our dogs, he gave them the full babysitter treatment, taking them out and having fun with them the whole time. They had a blast, and we felt 100% confident with them in his care. Highly recommended!
What an amazing dog sitter!! Rico was fantastic. He sent daily photos with a log of activities and medication administration. We have an older dog with some special needs and he had no problem taking care of her. He also worked some kind of magic because both of our dogs seemed better trained since he stayed with them! Our flights home on his last day cancelled and Rico kindly extended an extra night so that we had peace of mind that our dogs were taken care of. It was such a relief to know he was there. Once we returned home, everything was so clean we couldn’t even tell he had stayed. This was our first time using RICO and we were so impressed with his services. Highly recommend and we will definite him again!
Rico is always so flexible with me & communicative! Highly recommend him for any of your pet needs. My dog loves when he comes & it always helps us out when we’re in a pinch!
I can’t even begin to explain how amazing Rico was during our 2 weeks away from our beloved pup. I’ve read reviews saying “my dog might like Rico more than me” and I agree😂 Our dog definitely built a strong bond with Rico. He would send updates, report cards, and pics/videos DAILY! He didn’t just dog sit but he spent time training, nurturing and caring for our boy. He was very thorough and even asked questions that I didn’t think of! Very trustworthy, reliable and professional. 100/10 recommend (but beware your dog may not want you to come back😂) !! Signing up for training sessions ASAP. He’s awesome!
All the other reviews were spot on. My boy Kiwi was in great hands while I was off on a stressful trip. Will definitely be using him again.
Rico is extremely professional! We did a meet & greet before & we were able to create a schedule for dog walking! He showed distance, helped work on some leash training with her & sent pictures. Thank you so much for this!
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Schedule
Mon-Fri 6am-8pm Weekends & overnights available upon request I frequently visit dog parks and beaches 3+ times per week and always up for new and unique activities for dogs.
- Cats0 to 15 lbs16 to 40 lbs41 to 100 lbsover 101 lbsRico Mike can host up to 6 drop-ins per day
- To provide the best care, it's crucial to gather detailed information about potential clients' pets beforehand. Here are some key areas: * Basic Information: * Breed, age, and size. * Health conditions, allergies, and medications. * Vaccination records. * Microchip information. * Behavioral Information: * Temperament (friendly, shy, anxious, etc.). * Socialization with other animals and people. * Any history of aggression or fear-based behaviors. * Specific training commands or routines. * Reactivity triggers, such as other dogs, cars, or noises. * Routine and Preferences: * Feeding schedule and dietary restrictions. * Walking schedule and preferred routes. * Potty habits and any specific needs. * Play preferences and favorite toys. * Sleeping arrangements and any comfort items. * Any fears, like storms, or specific noises. * Emergency Information: * Veterinarian contact information. * Emergency contact person. * Any specific instructions in case of an emergency. * Home Specifics (If in their home): * Where the pet supplies are located. * Any areas of the house that are off limits. * Security system or alarm information. * Where the first aid kit is located.