Personal pet care · Parkside & the Sunset, San Francisco
Dogs, the ocean,
and fifty years
of knowing both.
Bob walks, boards, and looks after dogs the way he surfs and photographs this coast — patiently, and with real attention. Beach runs at Ocean Beach, photo updates while you’re away, and a meet & greet before anything else.
5.0★on Rover, every single review
50years of dog experience
100%response rate — usually in minutes
The deal with Bob
Fifty years of dogs,
every size and story.
Bob — Robert W. if you’re being formal — has spent fifty years around dogs of every temperament. Tiny toy breeds and giant breeds. Reactive dogs who need someone calm. Puppies with rocket fuel in them, and seniors who want patience and a slow lap around the block. He gives oral meds and injections without drama, does baths and light grooming, and sends photo updates — good ones — so you can see the beach run instead of wondering about it.
And ask him about the midnight storm rescue — that’s his story to tell.
- Enhanced background check
- Home full time
- Fenced yard
- Can administer meds & injections
- Special-needs experience
- Photo updates on walks
Services & rates
Simple rates, booked through Rover.
Prices are for one dog and include Rover’s protections and support.
Dog Walking
Your neighborhood, the park, or a beach run at Ocean Beach — matched to your dog’s energy, from zoomies to senior strolls.
$43per walk
Doggy Day Care
A full day with Bob and the pack — walks, play, throws of whatever your dog likes to chase, and photo updates.
$70per day
Drop-In Visits
Potty break, feeding, meds if needed, and some proper attention — in your home, on your dog’s schedule.
$35per visit
House Sitting
Bob stays at your place so your dog’s routine doesn’t move an inch while you’re away.
$56per night
Boarding
Limited spots in Bob’s own home for well-behaved pups — one client at a time, always after a meet-and-greet first.
Meet & greet required · 1 client at a time · up to 2 pets
$84per night
Not sure what your dog needs? Message Bob — 100% response rate, usually within minutes.
In their words
Five stars, every single review.
Verbatim from Rover — read them all there.
“My dog absolutely adores him and gets so excited for their walks. He’s reliable, caring, and always goes above and beyond. I feel lucky to have found someone I can fully trust with my pup!”
Rachael S. · Dog Walking
“My dog took to Bob immediately. Bob is calm and kind and knows exactly how to make animals feel comfortable with him immediately.”
Chellie D. · Dog Walking
“He was so patient and understanding with our crazy energetic GSP who went bonkers on him the first time he came alone but now loves and respects him. Robert is respectful and responsive. Highly recommend!”
Andrew B. · Dog Walking
“Bob takes great care of our two energetic and strong labs. They are a lot to handle in public and need lots of exercise. We are very comfortable when they are under Bob’s care because of the frequent updates and picture of beach playtime.”
Justin M. · Drop-In Visits
Meet the pack
The reason it’s “Big Dog” Bob.
Bob’s own crew. Your pup can join their walks, or get one-on-one time.
Chewbacca
American Akita · 110 lbs
The big quiet one. Walks like he owns the block (he kind of does).
Darla Bella
St. Bernard · 110 lbs
A gentle mountain. Professional leaner, amateur drooler.
Mr Magoo
Smooth Fox Terrier · 15 lbs · 16 years old
The elder statesman. Sixteen years of opinions, all of them correct.
How it works
01
Say hi
Reach Bob on Rover. He answers fast — 100% response rate, usually within minutes.
02
Meet & greet
Bob meets every dog before care — especially for boarding. Your dog interviews him, not the other way around.
03
Happy dog
Walks, beach runs, photo updates while you’re away — and a tired, satisfied pup when you’re back.
Good questions
What kinds of dogs does Bob take?+
All sizes — tiny toy breeds to giant breeds (his own two are 110 pounds each). Puppies, seniors, reactive dogs, special-needs dogs. Boarding is limited to well-behaved, spayed/neutered pups after a meet-and-greet.
Can Bob handle medication?+
Yes — oral meds and injections, with plenty of practice making it low-stress. Senior dogs and special-needs dogs are a specialty.
Where do the walks happen?+
Your neighborhood, nearby parks, or a proper run at the beach. Dog park visits too, if you and your pup are comfortable with that.
Will I get updates?+
Yes — Bob sends photo updates from walks and stays, so you can see the beach playtime instead of imagining it.
Meet Bob at the beach.
Parkside · Sunset, San Francisco. Every dog starts with a meet & greet — your pup interviews him, not the other way around.