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Riva S.

Bloomfield, NJ

5.0 out of 5 stars
51 reviews
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Riva can host

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

Availability

I try to take my pup out once a day for a walk even though we have a fenced in backyard. My husband and I tend to be homebodies so even if we see friends or family we try to have then to our house or keep our visits short 😁 Since we have our own pups, pet care is part of our every day life. I'm available for weekend and weekday overnights!

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About Riva S.

Communication

19 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

17 years of experience
Oral medication administration

Safety, trust & environment

I have a fenced in backyard and two friendly Cavaliers to keep your furbaby company! We keep a stock of toys to help stimulate the pups brains and different treats (you can approve ahead of time) we use to build trust with your pup. We also currently have extra crates if crating is needed. Our pup will go into his crate when he is ready for a break or nap and we'll put him in there occasionally at night if one of us has a big day the next day (aka very rarely).

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Riva S. would like to know about your pet

I like to know their feeding schedule and habits, some dogs graze throughout the day unlike ours which gobbles up any crumb they can find! Any commands they know, if there are any spot they don't like to be pet, how they get along with other dogs, and how you guys sleep together at home are great things to know. We want to make sure we make it as easy of a transition as possible for them.

A typical day

We're very fortunate to have a 6ft fenced in backyard so we play fetch in the yard and the house (the house is more with little doggos), tug of war, we have a very walkable neighborhood as well so we'll be able to walk all over town. If they are comfortable in cars we go to Brookdale Park to walk around.

Location

Bloomfield, NJ

Riva S.'s Neighborhood

Pets

ALL about puppy & kitty cuddletime

Pet care experience

Growing up we always had a handful of different pets that I was solely responsible for until my younger brother (7 years younger) was old enough to help out. Originally our biggest pet was our cat until we brought home our first puppy when I was in late middle school. Taking care of a puppy made our cats seem easy, but it was so worth it. We were always the house that people reached out to for pet sitting, walking, or feeding so we always knew all of the pets on our street. In 2021 my husband and I added a puppy to our family and, although slightly biased, we think he turned out pretty well :) In 2024, we added a second puppy and are more than happy to help with whatever training steps you're on.

Reviews

Taylor B.
Boarding • Feb 15, 2026
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Another awesome stay with Riva! Zuko loves staying with her and being her sidekick while we’re away. She takes care of him like her own and communicates throughout his stay.

Jessy F.
Boarding • Oct 20, 2025
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As always Riva and Chandler took excellent care of my dogs. I never worry when leaving the girls with them.

Jamie G.
Boarding • Apr 18, 2025
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Riva & Chandler are the best! Our dog, Buddy, has been going to them multiple times a year for over 2 years. He loves playing with Hudson, and loves how much attention he gets from Riva & Chandler as well. We feel so safe leaving him with them and love the updates we get during our time away

Taylor B.
Boarding • Feb 08, 2025
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RIVA!!!! Our saving grace! She is so amazing with our dog, but even moreso she is so understanding and accommodating. My dog Zuko loves staying with her and we always feel better when we book with her

About Riva S.

Communication

19 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

17 years of experience
Oral medication administration

Safety, trust & environment

I have a fenced in backyard and two friendly Cavaliers to keep your furbaby company! We keep a stock of toys to help stimulate the pups brains and different treats (you can approve ahead of time) we use to build trust with your pup. We also currently have extra crates if crating is needed. Our pup will go into his crate when he is ready for a break or nap and we'll put him in there occasionally at night if one of us has a big day the next day (aka very rarely).

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Riva S. would like to know about your pet

I like to know their feeding schedule and habits, some dogs graze throughout the day unlike ours which gobbles up any crumb they can find! Any commands they know, if there are any spot they don't like to be pet, how they get along with other dogs, and how you guys sleep together at home are great things to know. We want to make sure we make it as easy of a transition as possible for them.

A typical day

We're very fortunate to have a 6ft fenced in backyard so we play fetch in the yard and the house (the house is more with little doggos), tug of war, we have a very walkable neighborhood as well so we'll be able to walk all over town. If they are comfortable in cars we go to Brookdale Park to walk around.

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Riva S.

Bloomfield, NJ

5.0 out of 5 stars
51 reviews