Steven R.
Steven R.
Contact for House Sitting
from $40 per night
Highlights
Pet care experience
Experienced & Caring Dog Pro
With over five years as a kennel technician in both a doggy daycare and a hunting dog training facility, I have hands-on experience with dogs of all sizes, temperaments, and energy levels. I specialize in providing fun yet calm care, reinforcing training, and administering medications as needed. I'm especially experienced with senior dogs and anxious pups, ensuring they feel safe and comfortable. Whether your dog needs playtime, structure, or just a reliable sitter who understands their needs, I’m here to help!
Qualifications
Safety, trust & environment
I prioritize both a pet’s comfort and safety while house sitting. I can stick to a set schedule or adjust based on the pet’s needs, ensuring they get the right balance of activity, attention, and rest. I always double-check doors and gates, monitor pets for stress signals, and keep their environment safe by removing hazards and ensuring they have fresh water. I also follow all listed house rules and treat every home with care and respect.
Ratings and reviews
My dog loved Steven immediately, not even one bark and he is a fresh rescue and has been a bit skidish at first around others. Everything went great he was here one time, kept in touch with me and I let him know when we were on our way home so that he could go ahead and leave. great visit for al of us.
We were nervous for someone we didn’t know to pet and housesit. Steven did two visits with us and our pets to make sure we all felt comfortable. Upon returning home from vacation, our pets were happy to see us but they didn’t seem overly excited or stressed. This was a good sign that our pets were relaxed with Steven while we were away. We will be asking Steven to sit for us again in the future. Very happy with his care of our pets and home.
Again, Steven kept my old dog healthy and happy while I was away. Will definitely book again.
Steven has done both pet and house sitting for me for many years. My dogs love having him come and stay with them in our home. I like knowing that he is there and keeping them company and attending to their needs. I can always count on him to take them on walks and and play with them. He will also give them medications when needed.
Steven has been an absolute lifesaver for me and my pets! He has stayed at my house multiple times, taking care of my dogs and cat, and I couldn’t be happier with his care. He’s reliable, communicative, and clearly loves animals. My dogs adore him—they get plenty of playtime, walks, and attention, and I always come home to happy, well-cared for pups. It gives me so much peace of mind knowing my pets are in such great hands. I highly recommend Steven to anyone looking for a trustworthy and caring pet sitter. Let me know if you’d like to personalize it further!
Steven has been helping me care for my special needs dog, Bo for the past 5 years. Bo is a senior dog with several medical issues and separation anxiety, so he needs someone calm and consistent to keep track of his medication schedule and patient enough to build a trusting relationship. Steven has always cared for my boy like he's his own and I can tell Bo is relaxed and confident around him. Steven is sensitive to all of Bo's special needs and helps keep him active and healthy while I'm away.
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Schedule
Right now, my schedule is wide open, so I have plenty of time to dedicate to pet care! I’m available for walks, drop-ins, and extended stays. Since I’m currently job hunting, my availability may change in the future, but I’ll always do my best to accommodate your pet’s needs.