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    Hillside Walks and Home Boarding Services

    Matthew

    Super Sitter
    Hillside Bermingham Road, Tuam
    11 Repeat guests
    57 Bookings
    24 Reviews
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    Last seen at
    3 days ago
    Response time
    18 minutes
    Response rate
    90%

    About Matthew

    My name is Matthew and I've lived in Galway all my life. Animals are my life, especially dogs and I have always been around them and through that have a great knowledge base on dogs behaviour and needs both physical and mental. From separation anxiety to nervous bladders, over abundance of energy to couch potatoes I can cater to all types of doggo! Even the cranky ones 😂🙈I also have a love for the outdoors, so I'm always out exploring with my own pack Pixie, Willow, Loki and Nero. I walk/sit dogs because let’s face who doesn’t like hanging out with dogs all day 😂 It’s the worlds best job. I’m fairly experienced in handling dogs of all sizes and temperaments, and have quite a bit of walled in land for a bit of run time that all my doggos seem to enjoy after a good walk! I offer a home boarding service where your dog becomes part of the family and receives one on one attention and care around the clock or if it suits better house calls can be arranged! I live on an old farm with over 90 acres of secure woodland, meadows and even a river for the doggos to enjoy and in the evenings they’d be enjoying Netflix’s finest chilling on the couch.I have 4 dogs of my own but to keep it safe I don’t usually mix them with guest dogs in order to ensure both sides are always happy! Plenty of space to do so so it isn’t an issue at all. I also can cater towards your doggos feline, reptilian or small furry siblings if needs be! Looking forward to meeting your furry friends 🐶 ✌️

    Matthew's dogs

    Willow avatar
    Willow
    Mixed·Size M·6 Years, 8 Months
    Loki  avatar
    Loki
    Mixed·Size S·5 Years, 3 Months
    Pixie avatar
    Pixie
    Mixed·Size S·14 Years, 7 Months
    Nero avatar
    Nero
    German Shorthaired Pointer·Size L·4 Years

    Matthew's home

    Garden

    More details

    I have previous experience of walking dogs
    I have previous experience of boarding dogs
    I can provide references upon request
    I can administer oral medication
    I can administer injected medication
    I have volunteered in animal shelters

    Services and fees

    Veterinary coverage & 24/7 phone support included

    Dog boarding

    Overnight in the dog sitter's home
    €35
    Public holiday rate
    €40
    Puppy rate
    €45
    Extra dog rate
    €35
    I accept dogs of all sizes
    Including puppies

    Dog walking

    Around your neighbourhood for 1h
    €20
    Public holiday rate
    €23
    Puppy rate
    €25
    Extra dog rate
    €20
    I accept dogs of all sizes
    Including puppies

    Dog day care

    During the day in the dog sitter's home
    €30
    Pick-up / drop-off
    Maximum distance: 0 km
    +€0
    Public holiday rate
    €34
    Puppy rate
    €40
    Extra dog rate
    €30
    I accept dogs of all sizes
    Including puppies

    Availability

    August 2025

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    Availability updated 20 days ago

    Location

    24 reviews

    Matthew was wonderful with Rolo, he has a great understanding of dogs and breeds. He recognised that Rolo loves woods and rivers and he tailored his walks perfectly..he was super happy there.

    Matthew was absolutely great with Hazel. He sent lots of pictures throughout and when I picked her up, you could really see how much Hazel enjoyed being with Matthew.

    Juno our 6 year old is a retriever and very attached to us. Matthew took exceptionally good care of Juno at his house. He kept Juno separate from his other dogs; took him for walks, sent us pictures regularly and most importantly, respected Juno as an intelligent living being with his need for space and time. Absolutely brilliant experience for all of us in the family.

    Matthew

    Hillside Bermingham Road, Tuam

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