Michael A.
Michael A.
Highlights
Pet care experience
Family hosting in York
Michael grew up with dogs (spaniels, retrievers and even a labrador that was in training to be an assistance dog) whilst his partner, Joanne, grew up with cats. We've had several dogs stay with us over the last 10 years whilst our 2 sons, 11 & 9, have grown up which has given us the flexibility to have them to stay when its suited us. We do have a cat but she lives upstairs when we have dogs to stay so doesn't come in contact with them.
Cat care experience
Michael also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
Michael A. cancelled a booking 4 days before it was scheduled to begin.
Theo had a wonderful time with Michael and his family. I was sent regular photos and updates and on the last day, Theo was driven home to me. I couldn’t have asked for more
Absolutely brilliant and will use again. My dog was just treated like one of the family which is all you can ask for. She had the best holiday, which meant we had a the best time knowing she was being looked after and having a great time. The whole process was easy and relaxed, I couldn’t recommend more.
Michael and his family took great care of Rosie. We had photos and updates so knew she was happy. We'll gladly leave her again knowing she'll be content.
We really appreciate Michael helping us out after an emergency meant we needed somebody urgently. He was brilliant with our nervous lab, knew when to encourage him and when to give him some space and we couldn't be more grateful.
Michael and his family were amazing with our dog Molly .Molly is older and quite nervous but she settled really well and we got photos and updates whilst away . We would highly recommend.
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Schedule
There is a 3 mile loop round some fields near our house which allows the dgos to be off the lead (providing they come back!), and also a longer walk down by the river for the dogs that like a swim. We do like to take the dogs with us when we are out and about (see photos) so it's good if they can slot in with our plans.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
Our garden is fenced off and allows plenty of space for a ball to be thrown. The dogs will have the run of the entire downstairs and will be walked twice a day at a minimum (unless they need less!).
Pets
A typical day
Usually the dog(s) get walked first thing in a morning for around 40 mins, with a longer walk down the near the river in the evenings - they can be let off the lead in the fields if they have good recall and go for a swim in the river if they are keen!