Robert S.
Chattanooga, TN
Experienced Zoo Keeper & Dog Carer
Pet care experience
Hi! I am an experienced dog carer with an extensive knowledge of how to care for and love dogs. I've sat for many neighbors with both small (Chihuahua) and large dogs (Old English Sheepdog) successfully over the years. I have also completed dog training courses and successfully taught my dog how to obey and listen. I understand how a dog's mind works. I walk my dogs daily and have the stamina to wear your pups out on long walks, if needed. I am not afraid of big dogs and am able to control them with my strength and presence. I have experience giving oral meds to dogs and caring for dogs with medical conditions, such as arthritis and blindness. As a bonus, I am a Zoo Atlanta keeper with experience caring for exotic animals!
Reviews
Robert did a wonderful job with my 3 dogs. He came by my house the night before for a meet and greet. At first, we were concern with leaving our cabin open to a total stranger but with the communication we had with him and meeting him we took the risk and everything was perfect. He even text me pictures to let me know how my puppies were doing and I knew exactly what time my puppies were taken outside. He was very dependable and shows up as promised. Will definitely recommend and use him again. 5 stars!
Robert came on time and kept us updated with pictures of our girls during his visit. The only downside was, compared to other dog walkers, we felt his fee was a little high for about a 15 minute visit to walk our two dogs around our home.
Robert is the best dog sitter I've ever had! He doesn't just do "drop-ins" on my dogs, he takes them on adventures!!! I was kind-of skeptical about having someone let me dogs outside and leave (no one is there to know how long the sitter stays) but... Robert quickly put those worries to rest when he sent pictures of their adventures together! They've gone hiking, mountain climbing, swimming, on long walks next to the river...Why take your dogs to a kennel, when you could have Robert?! So impressed with his sitter skills and I know my dogs are super thankful for him. (I am too) :-)
Robert is personable and can be counted on to go beyond what is expected. He has an affinity for animals and got along with our cat Emmie immediately. I would definitely recommend him to my friends.
About Robert S.
Skills
Information Robert S. would like to know about your pet
Mainly I need to know if the dog is good with strangers, if the dog is trained to walk on a leash properly (loose leash, at my side, not stopping to bark/smell/growl at anything, always following me), if the dog is aggressive to other dogs, and if the dog has any bite history.
A typical day
I can do nature trails in the area, around the block, or a park. Please tell me where you usually walk your dogs and I'll do it. I am not afraid of hard walks, I take my two 50+ lb dogs on red trails for 2+ hours, often. I can play fetch and love a dog that'll go after a ball. I am also not adverse to play wrestling with dogs, which my boxer mix loves to do.
Services
Robert can watch in your home
About Robert S.
Skills
Information Robert S. would like to know about your pet
Mainly I need to know if the dog is good with strangers, if the dog is trained to walk on a leash properly (loose leash, at my side, not stopping to bark/smell/growl at anything, always following me), if the dog is aggressive to other dogs, and if the dog has any bite history.
A typical day
I can do nature trails in the area, around the block, or a park. Please tell me where you usually walk your dogs and I'll do it. I am not afraid of hard walks, I take my two 50+ lb dogs on red trails for 2+ hours, often. I can play fetch and love a dog that'll go after a ball. I am also not adverse to play wrestling with dogs, which my boxer mix loves to do.
Location
Chattanooga, TN
Pets
Robert S.
Chattanooga, TN