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Robert J.

Santa Cruz, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•14 reviews
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Reliable - EXCELLENT with Dogs

Pet care experience

I have loved and had dogs since I was a small boy. I was married to a veterinarian for many years. We always had several pets and often fostered wounded dogs. I am excellent with all animals particularly dogs. Even shy or aggressive dogs respond well to me. They just seem to sense a positive ' vibe' that I have. I am semi retired, in excellent physical condition, reliable, personable and honest. My own pets have lived to remarkable happy, old ages. I have cared for many dogs with chronic conditions (such as diabetes, and renal dysfunction). I have experience administering medications, oral and injectables. Over the years my friends always notice how quickly I develop a warm relationship with their dogs. I have experience taking care of friends dogs at home (when I had a large yard) and made the dogs feel welcome and happy. I have an intuitive sense in 'reading' a dog's behavior that helps me know best how to treat them. I have endless patience with animals and never get frustrated. Why I love dog sitting I got my first Beagle when I was 2 1/2. My earliest memory. I have had dogs and cats most of my life. My experience administering medication Absolutely. Quite a bit a experience with this.

Reviews

Steve D.
House Sitting • Jul 22, 2017
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Robert was great with our dogs and our house! He was very attentive towards them and took good care of our place while we were away. Loved the pictures he sent too!

Felicia T.
House Sitting • May 22, 2017
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Robert was very professional. Dogs loved him. We'd use him again.

Kristi M.
House Sitting • Jan 19, 2017
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Robert looked after our 3 dogs and 1 cat for 2 weeks while we were away on a holiday cruise. The communication, pictures, professionalism was top notch. Being out of the country, it was a great comfort knowing our 4 legged children were having a good time, getting a lot of attention, and their daily routine continued, regardless of us not being home, thanks to Robert doing an excellent job. Robert has become my 4 animals and my family's first choice to contact when traveling, we feel so fortunate to have found him.

Jon W.
House Sitting • Sep 21, 2016
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All the pets and humans were very happy with our new friend Robert. We will most definitely book him again.

About Robert J.

Communication

4 repeat pet parents
Usually responds in around an hour
50% bookings with photo updates

Skills

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

Information Robert J. would like to know about your pet

Are they outgoing or shy? Easily frightened? What makes the comfortable/happy? What are their favorite games, toys, snacks. What is their daily routine. How are they with other dogs?

A typical day

Time I'll spend with your dog Totally depends on what the owner knows about the dog's needs. My schedule is very flexible. Extra house-sitting services Of course.

Services

House Sitting
in your home
AWAY
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
AWAY

Robert can watch in your home

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

About Robert J.

Communication

4 repeat pet parents
Usually responds in around an hour
50% bookings with photo updates

Skills

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

Information Robert J. would like to know about your pet

Are they outgoing or shy? Easily frightened? What makes the comfortable/happy? What are their favorite games, toys, snacks. What is their daily routine. How are they with other dogs?

A typical day

Time I'll spend with your dog Totally depends on what the owner knows about the dog's needs. My schedule is very flexible. Extra house-sitting services Of course.

Location

Santa Cruz, CA

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Robert J.

Santa Cruz, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•14 reviews