Rodney R.
Hurst, TX
Flexible, mature, reliable
Pet care experience
I have made a career of my passion for dogs, sorry cat lovers but due to allergies, dogs are the bomb for me. Speaking of "bombs", I am a former K9 police officer with three years experience in narcotics detection as well as five years explosives detection as an overseas contractor. Pets are our family and I will provide the best care for your pet(s) as if they were my own family and I will do my best to make your pet(s) feel secure, loved, in control and taken care of while you are away. Although I have been blessed with several working dogs throughout my career, it is just the nature of my business to have to one day pass those partners along to another handler. As tough as it is to give them up, I know service animals love nothing more than doing their job. I currently have one amazingly sweet dog named Biscuit. Biscuit is a rescue dog I sent home from Iraq. She was a stray who had been hit by a car and I knew she wouldn't receive the care she needed so I sent her home to enjoy the vast privileges of living in the good ole USA.
Reviews
It is hard to differentiate when every sitter has 5 stars on this site, so I read many reviews of many sitters before we selected Rodney. His professional background with dog training experience is what caught my attention, and ultimately lead our choice to use him. He was patient with all our questions and took exemplary care of all 5 of our dogs and communicated throughout our month long trip. When we got back they were happy to see us, but loved Rodney so much they wanted to stay!
My dog, Charlie, is very picky and likes "his" routine (yes he is spoiled). He does not take to strangers and have had bad experiences with even high ranked dog sitters partly due to my dogs nature and partly due to most sitters not having any professional training. My expectations are high, and Rodney exceeded far and above!!
All I can say is GREAT! My dog came home happy and well taken care of by Rodney. He is experienced, professional and such a higher quality of sitter than the others we have used. We will be happy to recommend him HIGHLY!!
Only dog sitter I will use!! Attention to detail, kept our family updated throughout our vacation as requested, even sent pictures of our babies having a great time. Our two Corgis don't warm up quickly to outsiders, but they immediately loved Rodney.
About Rodney R.
Skills
Information Rodney R. would like to know about your pet
A questionnaire will be sent after booking or completed in person during our meet and greet. Information I would like to know so I may provide the quality of care you should expect: 1. Are they off the leash trained? 2. What is their eating schedule? Amount and times? Treats? Are they territorial with food? 3. How do they sleep at night? Crate, dog bed, in the bed? 4. Any special instructions? 5. Medications? 6. Dog/animal friendly? 7. Favorite game or toy? 8. Any behavioral issues you would like me to work on?
A typical day
We will enjoy walks around neighborhood / to and from park. Personal routines, i.e. meds, feeding, or sleep schedules will be maintained just as you would yourself. Plenty of fun photos and updates sent to you as regularly as you wish. I will provide a level of care and devotion to your loved fur baby exceeding expectation.
Services
Rodney can watch in your home
About Rodney R.
Skills
Information Rodney R. would like to know about your pet
A questionnaire will be sent after booking or completed in person during our meet and greet. Information I would like to know so I may provide the quality of care you should expect: 1. Are they off the leash trained? 2. What is their eating schedule? Amount and times? Treats? Are they territorial with food? 3. How do they sleep at night? Crate, dog bed, in the bed? 4. Any special instructions? 5. Medications? 6. Dog/animal friendly? 7. Favorite game or toy? 8. Any behavioral issues you would like me to work on?
A typical day
We will enjoy walks around neighborhood / to and from park. Personal routines, i.e. meds, feeding, or sleep schedules will be maintained just as you would yourself. Plenty of fun photos and updates sent to you as regularly as you wish. I will provide a level of care and devotion to your loved fur baby exceeding expectation.
Location
Hurst, TX
Pets
Rodney R.
Hurst, TX