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Michael D.

5.0 out of 5 stars
45 repeat pet owners
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Michael D.

5.0 out of 5 stars
45 repeat pet owners

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from US$25 per visit

Highlights

Michael has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
30 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Dog Lover Ready to Love Your Dogs

I've been taking care of dogs my whole life. My friends use me as their go-to pet sitter. I have my own strong, high-energy, 2-year-old black lab mix named Raven. We love to walk miles a day and explore different areas of the city. I would like to walk with your dog(s) as well. If your pets like to socialize, Raven can walk with us. If they prefer to be alone, she can stay home. I have wide open availability during the day time as I pursue a comedy career at night. I would love to work with you to meet your needs for walks and drop-in visits and other services, and sometimes I might even be fun to be around. I'm also a certified and former elementary school teacher. Kids are arguable as important as pets, so you know you can trust me. I've raised two dogs from puppies. My last dog lived a happy 14 years. Let me know if your special dog has special needs!

Cat care experience

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Cats are Cool

Michael also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Qualifications

45 repeat pet owners
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

Every single pet I ever encounter is treated with the same care I would show to my own pet. I am a single guy with a dog, so I know my dog is the family who greets me when I come home. I expect that every dog means the same to their owners, and I would respect your dog by providing the utmost care because that is a member of your family. Plus, dogs are really fun and give nothing but love when you treat them right. That's instant reward for both of us.

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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189 ratings
Moises H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Jun 21, 2026

Very reliable, thank you very much Michael.

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Paula B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Mar 29, 2026

Michael is great! Professional, communicative, and is great with my super senior cat.

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Sam R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Mar 13, 2026

He’s the bests. Your cat or dog will love him.

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Brendon B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Mar 09, 2026

Always reliable, and my cats love him :)

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Laura B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Feb 20, 2026

Michael was very helpful!

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angela l.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Feb 20, 2026

My cats love Michael! I feel like they are in good hands with him.

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I have wide availability every day before 6 p.m. on a daily basis, and special late-night visits can also be arranged. My schedule is very flexible, and my work during the day is self directed and isn't time specific.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Michael can host up to 8 drop-ins per day
Let me know about any needs your dog might have. I don't have special concerns other than needing to know if they're OK walking with another dog.
Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass an identity verification. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support and reimbursement for eligible vet care.