Skyler R.
Thunder Bay, ON
I love walking more than your dog!
Pet care experience
I've taken care of dogs in 6 different cities/areas in 4 countries. I have done most dogsitting/walking off of Rover so my reviews are a fraction of the amount of that I've actually done. In 2019 I spent a few months in Mongolia riding horses and volunteering at a dog project that's working to bring back the Mongolian Bankhar (look up pictures, they're beautiful dogs)! There were around 25 dogs that I helped take care of while there feeding, watering, and most importantly playing! I have had dogs since I was young, an English cocker spaniel named Max and then later a landseer Newfoundland dog named Jenna. I don't currently have a dog, which is why I like Rover so much since I miss having a dog of my own. I really love big dogs, but I think small dogs are great too! After a few years travelling I've decided to go to university at Lakehead, I'm studying to be a teacher. I'm finishing my fourth year of university, then I go into teacher's college. I only dogsit within the city limits of Thunder Bay, primarily within PA, but I can do some parts of FW. In addition to dogs & cats, I have also taken care of rabbits and chickens. I've dogsat in almost every neighbourhood of Thunder Bay at this point.
Reviews
Skyler has been great to work with! We are leaving on a trip and in preparation for his upcoming dog sitting stay, we’ve been hiring Skyler to dog walk to help our dogs get used to him. Skyler has been asking lots of questions about our dogs to get to know them. We’ve appreciated his flexibility in meeting with us and our dogs multiple times to help ease the transition and our mind leave them. Our dogs are our babies and we wouldn’t just settle for anyone! I feel like Skyler is a natural with dogs and I think our dogs will be in great hands! Thank you Skyler! 🙂
Skyler was so great with the dogs! Great communication and I knew they were in good hands. I would highly recommend him and we'll definitely be having him back!
Skyler was wonderful and made everything seamless for us spending the weekend away. He took our dog Olive for lots of long walks, and sent us lots of cute doggie pictures! He also kept the house neat and tidy. We definitely recommend him!! Olive is looking forward to their next hangout!
Skyler was amazing! He was a great communicator and a true professional. My pup had a wonderful time with him and we will definitely use him again in the future. Highly recommended!
About Skyler R.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I only care for dogs in their own home and walk them in their own neighbourhood because I believe it gives them a sense of comfort. Especially for the first few times I think it's hard on your dog to not only put them with a new person, but also a new location. Give me as much information about their needs as possible, don't feel like it's too much! Having that information written down is great, but I'll also go over it with you in person during a Meet & Greet.
Information Skyler R. would like to know about your pet
I need to know the maximum number of treats I can give! If you have an adorable dog, it can be hard to resist not giving them a bunch. Also anything that might frighten your dog. The first few times are always about building trust and a relationship with a dog, anything that can help that along is good to know. I almost always do a Meet & Greet, so I'll get important information from you then, but it never hurts to know ahead of time!
A typical day
When walking dogs, I usually just go straight for the nearest park or green space. I don't let dogs off leash to play except at their house (assuming there's a fenced in backyard). I really enjoy playing fetch with a dog and sometimes I just like to run around with them to tire them out (and get a little exercise for myself). When I'm dogsitting I always do provide an hour of exercise a day, usually that's in the form of 2 30 minute walks, or sometimes a walk and fetch, it depends on what your dog likes. If you have a high energy dog that needs more exercise than that we can discuss rates based on their needs. I've done dog walking and sitting in most neighbourhoods in Thunder Bay so I know most of the parks in the city and love discovering new paths to walk!
Services
Skyler can watch in your home
Availability
I'm a university student so aside from the hours I'm in class, I have a lot of flexibility to move schoolwork around. Also with some of my courses being online I have additional flexibility.
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About Skyler R.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I only care for dogs in their own home and walk them in their own neighbourhood because I believe it gives them a sense of comfort. Especially for the first few times I think it's hard on your dog to not only put them with a new person, but also a new location. Give me as much information about their needs as possible, don't feel like it's too much! Having that information written down is great, but I'll also go over it with you in person during a Meet & Greet.
Information Skyler R. would like to know about your pet
I need to know the maximum number of treats I can give! If you have an adorable dog, it can be hard to resist not giving them a bunch. Also anything that might frighten your dog. The first few times are always about building trust and a relationship with a dog, anything that can help that along is good to know. I almost always do a Meet & Greet, so I'll get important information from you then, but it never hurts to know ahead of time!
A typical day
When walking dogs, I usually just go straight for the nearest park or green space. I don't let dogs off leash to play except at their house (assuming there's a fenced in backyard). I really enjoy playing fetch with a dog and sometimes I just like to run around with them to tire them out (and get a little exercise for myself). When I'm dogsitting I always do provide an hour of exercise a day, usually that's in the form of 2 30 minute walks, or sometimes a walk and fetch, it depends on what your dog likes. If you have a high energy dog that needs more exercise than that we can discuss rates based on their needs. I've done dog walking and sitting in most neighbourhoods in Thunder Bay so I know most of the parks in the city and love discovering new paths to walk!
Location
Thunder Bay, ON
Skyler R.
Thunder Bay, ON