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Robert B.

Star Sitter

Powellhurst, Portland, OR

5.0 out of 5 stars
17 reviews
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Services

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.

Robert can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Unspayed females accepted, neutered males only

Robert can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

My work is part-time, and I'm typically a home body. I'm generally open to distraction, the sort that I expect to encounter with pets, and the break from work routine is very welcome to me.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Robert B.

Communication

2 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates

Dog skills

40 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Cat skills

Oral medication administration
Injectable medication administration

Safety, trust & environment

I'm able and willing to let your pet wander my home and fenced back yard. As they like, I enjoy providing affection and head, back, belly rubs and scruffs. I'm happy to tune my hours to meet a unique feeding or meds schedule. If its suggested and allowed I'm also good to offer reasonably timed treats, and of course daily walks in my quiet neighborhood - a dog-friendly area adjacent to a green trail.

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 0-2 hours

Information Robert B. would like to know about your pet

I'm pleased to provide for your pet's special needs. Clear written instructions will always be the best route for that - info that you can provide or I can transcribe when we meet. If it calls for very specific details, I'm good to follow them to the gram. I can also intepret any described doses of bits, bunches, smidges, handfuls by reading your pet's age, size, demeanor, and response.

A typical day

Walks and ball/toy tossing, scratching/scruffing/petting is usually on the menu. Depending upon your pet's age, attitude, I'm fine to engage in physical play, all according to your approval for such activity.

Location

Portland, OR

Robert B.'s Neighborhood

Robert B. has Star Sitter status

The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.

Call Rob, your baby's new pal!

Pet care experience

I enjoyed decades of loving and caring for my own dogs and cats, though their long, healthy lives. Through that I became familiar with medicating, training and creating happy lives for those lovable souls. My work on Rover hosting and house-sitting has been rewarding for the pet families I've supported, and for myself. I've hosted my neighbor's small older dog Marty for a week or long weekends and often assist my friend (a Star Sitter!) with walks and general attention/care when visiting them. My son's cats and hedgehog are happy to stay with me when they travel.

Cat care experience

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Cat-loving sitter, longtime parent.

Robert also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Reviews

Stephanie L.
Boarding • Jun 05, 2026
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Robert was very communicative he took care of our dogs with care and respect. He sent pictures of them napping playing and on walks. Would book again. He was also very friendly and understanding

Duncan M.
Boarding • Jun 03, 2026
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Robert was a kind and gentle caretaker to my furious torbie. He was even able to medicate her without losing his face to her. I recommend him 1000% to anyone, even if your pet doesn't eat faces. He took wonderful pictures of her and was extremely great at communication. Robert is worth every 5 star he's received.

Monica L.
Boarding • May 24, 2026
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Rob is great! He was so sweet to my girl Reba and took great care of her

Audrey M.
Boarding • May 17, 2026
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Robert is caring, patient and kind. He took Jackson out regularly, and provided updates over the time I was away.

About Robert B.

Communication

2 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates

Dog skills

40 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Cat skills

Oral medication administration
Injectable medication administration

Safety, trust & environment

I'm able and willing to let your pet wander my home and fenced back yard. As they like, I enjoy providing affection and head, back, belly rubs and scruffs. I'm happy to tune my hours to meet a unique feeding or meds schedule. If its suggested and allowed I'm also good to offer reasonably timed treats, and of course daily walks in my quiet neighborhood - a dog-friendly area adjacent to a green trail.

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 0-2 hours

Information Robert B. would like to know about your pet

I'm pleased to provide for your pet's special needs. Clear written instructions will always be the best route for that - info that you can provide or I can transcribe when we meet. If it calls for very specific details, I'm good to follow them to the gram. I can also intepret any described doses of bits, bunches, smidges, handfuls by reading your pet's age, size, demeanor, and response.

A typical day

Walks and ball/toy tossing, scratching/scruffing/petting is usually on the menu. Depending upon your pet's age, attitude, I'm fine to engage in physical play, all according to your approval for such activity.

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.
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Robert B.

Star Sitter

Powellhurst, Portland, OR

5.0 out of 5 stars
17 reviews