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William R.

5.0 out of 5 stars
9 repeat clients
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William R.

5.0 out of 5 stars
9 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

$45 total per night

These prices are for 1 dog, including a booking fee of 11%.

Highlights

Basic background check
20 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication
Special needs experience

Pet care experience

Former Animal Care Professional

Volunteer and worked for the animal shelter for 10 plus years. My wife and I have fostered more than a thousand puppies and dogs over the years. Have taken care of many medical cases as well. Have a great understanding of dogs and their body language. Willing to sit any breed. Basic grooming can be done. Retired Navy Vet, I can devote all day to playing with the animals. Will watch senior dogs or dogs that have specials needs. The dogs will have a yard to play in. They can go in and out of the house during the day.

Qualifications

9 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

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35 ratings
Linda C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Mar 23, 2026

Thank you so m much. Am so sorry this delayed with your planned family trip. As always, Buster was reluctant to leave "The Hotel Of Pampering".

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Linda C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Nov 16, 2025

I can always count on Buster being well spoiled by William and his family. Buster always is reluctant to leave William's care (whines all the way home afterwards). I have tried other sitters and can leave on my trip with a clear mind.

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Lacey M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Mar 13, 2025

Booked with William pretty last minute. He was easy to communicate with and seemed to have a good amount of space for the dogs to run around. My dog was only there for half a day, but came back happy. Would use again.

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Linda C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Nov 12, 2024

As is true every time Buster visits, always returns happy and healthy. Wahoo for William!!

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Linda C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Sep 14, 2024

Buster has the best time every time he visits William (William's grandkids keep him happy).

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Marcia G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 05, 2024

This is Molly & Rex’s 3rd or 4th stay with William. William is our go to sitter. We have 100% confidence in him. We are able to go on vacation and know the two are in good hands and happy. I highly recommend William.

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Schedule

I am a retired Navy Vet and can devote an entire day taking care of the animals. I usually can accommodate anyone's schedule. Available seven days a week.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, 3 cats
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I have a fenced yard and two small dogs that get along well with other fur babies. They love having new dogs to play with

Pets

A typical day

I love to play with all the dogs and give special attention to those that need it. Love to socialize dogs with new experiences and other animals.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
William can host up to 4 pets per night
Any special needs such as foods or medications that your pet may need to take. Do they get along with other animals, such as cats.
Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.

These prices are for 1 dog, including a booking fee of 11%.