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Russ S.

Santa Maria, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•24 reviews
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Retired Firefighter/Search Dogs

Pet care experience

BEST ON ROVER!! CERTIFIED PET CPR FIRST AID INSTRUCTOR.....PET TRAINER...AIR FORCE DAD... USE CODE RUSSS73046 AT CHECKOUT to save money. I love animals of all kinds. Mom always said I had a special ability with them. As a fire department search dog handler, I trained and handled dogs that went to the world trade center collapse. I have extensive training in the care and handling of dogs. I hold a K9 trauma certificate earned with the Ventura police dog vet service and K9 First aid and CPR Instructor Certifications. Your family is safe with me and my family. Your dog will get to play with our service dog Bindi while staying with us. I am happy to support any commands you want him/her to learn. ABSOLUTELY NO DOGS PRONE TO ATTACKING OTHER DOGS, I WILL NOT ACCEPT THEM. Get the best. Request me and you'll be glad you did. PRIVATE DOG PARK for your pets safety.

Reviews

Lisa L.
Dog Boarding • Feb 02, 2019
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Really friendly and had a great stay. Russ kept us super informed and our dog had a great stay. Would definitely choose again.

Ben D.
Dog Boarding • Dec 02, 2018
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Amazing sitter. Your dog wont want to leave!

Ben D.
Dog Boarding • Nov 05, 2018
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Amazing care! Kept me updated during my dogs entire stay and she had so much fun she didnt want to leave!

Cindy E.
Doggy Day Care • Oct 21, 2018
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Frankie had the Best time on his first day of doggie day care with Russ!! I couldn't be more pleased with the care he received there. So glad I was able to find the perfect place for my puppy. A huge shout out of THANKS to Russ and his family for their love and dedication to the animals they take care of and their humans!!!

About Russ S.

Communication

10 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs, 2 cats
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Russ S. would like to know about your pet

Dogs must have ALL shots and Bordetella (Kennel Cough) vacine before arrival. I can administer if needed. No biters please. Pit bulls must have good history and a meet and greet is REQUIRED. I need to know what scares your dog. Cars, loud bangs, children, men, what have you noticed? Bring shot records with you. Puppies pre shots or unfinished vaccines are okay.

A typical day

Safe dog parks are on the list to visit. I'll bring the toys or you can send one with me. My son will often come along with another dog. All dogs play in a large fenced area with trees, grass and dirt. Perfect for all k9 activety.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
AWAY
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
AWAY

Russ can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs
No females in heat

About Russ S.

Communication

10 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs, 2 cats
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Russ S. would like to know about your pet

Dogs must have ALL shots and Bordetella (Kennel Cough) vacine before arrival. I can administer if needed. No biters please. Pit bulls must have good history and a meet and greet is REQUIRED. I need to know what scares your dog. Cars, loud bangs, children, men, what have you noticed? Bring shot records with you. Puppies pre shots or unfinished vaccines are okay.

A typical day

Safe dog parks are on the list to visit. I'll bring the toys or you can send one with me. My son will often come along with another dog. All dogs play in a large fenced area with trees, grass and dirt. Perfect for all k9 activety.

Location

Santa Maria, CA

Russ S.'s Neighborhood

Pets

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Russ S.

Santa Maria, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•24 reviews