Mark M.
Newaygo, MI
Dynamic Duo - National Dog Expert!
Pet care experience
My daughter and I are dog sitting for two reasons -- we flat out love dogs and my daughter is saving for college. While supporting my daughter's entrepreneurial spirit your dog will get a vacation of a lifetime. Without getting too deep into my resume, here are some highlights: -Handled five police dogs. 1000's of deployments. -Master Trainer for the International Police Work Dog Association. -Developed and taught a unique dog safety program. Have presented the hands on program from everyone to 1000's of second graders to regional UPS drivers. -Recognized expert witness in court on dog tracking, aggression, training, and deployment. -Over 75 nationally published articles on dog obedience, housing, behavior, training, etc. -Tested, certified, and trained working dogs from nearly all 50 states and several countries. (This year I've had dog teams travel to my home from Montana, Florida, Iowa, etc for assistance). I do all this because I simply love interacting with dogs. The love has spread to my 13 year old daughter. I currently have a very fun, young, and goofy dog -- a Vizsla named "Ranger." He clearly isn't a working dog and isn't a picture of obedience perfection. (I only mention this to let you know that despite my resume your dog doesn't have to be perfect and is coming into a very fun and loving household!) We've truly been a dog centered household for 20 years. My wife is a literal Saint! My private dog training rates, and I've turned down much more work than I've accepted, runs 10x the Rover.com rate we are charging. This is truly a venture that partners up youth business and the love of dogs. Long live Capitalism, dogs, and the USA!
Reviews
Mark always does a great job!!
Mark is outstanding. Not only did he take great care of my 3 dogs and 2 cats, but he was an excellent communicator. He sent a full written report each day and sent so many pictures. We came home to a clean house and happy pets. He was very helpful when we almost missed our connecting flight and reassured me that he would be there for us if we did miss it. We travel a lot and I will never use another pet sitter if I can help it. Mark took care of my pets like I take care of them and that’s saying a lot bc I’m a bit crazy for my furbabies. Highly recommend!
Awesome highly recommend. Great communication. Such a piece of mind, knowing my fur child was well cared for.
So amazing and accommodating! We love Mark and more importantly, our puppies do!!
About Mark M.
Communication
Skills
Information Mark M. would like to know about your pet
While I can solve most of your problems, that isn't my goal. Please: -No dog or food aggressive guests -No dogs that are not house trained I am not looking to hire out my private training to fix major problems. This is intended to be a fun dog experience...
A typical day
-We walk 30-60 minutes daily in an old growth pine forest, rain or shine. The forest is just down the street from our home and chances are you make a take a loop through the woods on our meet and greet. -I live on a lake and in the summer my water loving dog (and perhaps yours) takes full advantage of a refreshing game of fetch. -We often teach our in home guests. Everything from basics to a friendly game of hide and seek.
Services
Mark can watch in your home
About Mark M.
Communication
Skills
Information Mark M. would like to know about your pet
While I can solve most of your problems, that isn't my goal. Please: -No dog or food aggressive guests -No dogs that are not house trained I am not looking to hire out my private training to fix major problems. This is intended to be a fun dog experience...
A typical day
-We walk 30-60 minutes daily in an old growth pine forest, rain or shine. The forest is just down the street from our home and chances are you make a take a loop through the woods on our meet and greet. -I live on a lake and in the summer my water loving dog (and perhaps yours) takes full advantage of a refreshing game of fetch. -We often teach our in home guests. Everything from basics to a friendly game of hide and seek.
Location
Newaygo, MI
Pets
Mark M.
Newaygo, MI