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Michael D.

5.0 out of 5 stars
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Michael D.

5.0 out of 5 stars

Contact for Boarding

from $40 per night

Highlights

Enhanced background check
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise
Accepts 1 client at a time

Pet care experience

If your pets are happy, I’m happy!

Hi! I’m Mike! I live in Long Beach. I work in the city 3 days a week, but I can choose which days I go in. So, I can be flexible! A little about my background: I was a volunteer dog walker at the Town of Hempstead Animal Shelter in Wantagh, NY for about 3 years. I would routinely walk strong dogs with a lot of energy and was involved in training them to walk better on leash. During the pandemic, while working from home full time, I became my neighbors dog walker for their Husky and 2 Chihuahuas because why not!! I walked them at least twice a day every day for almost 2 years. I don’t have a ton of experience taking care of cats, but I have friends and family that have cats. I’d be more than willing to help take care of your cats as well! I look forward to meeting you and your pets!

Qualifications

100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
5 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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4 ratings
Mary-Ellen F.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • jul. 16, 2025

Happily trusted Michael w my older dog. Great communication and pictures of walks and playing w Chewey. Highly recommend Michael and will gladly use again.

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Danielle E.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • jun. 30, 2025

Our senior bulldog did great staying with Mike- highly recommend!!

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Joe B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • jun. 15, 2025

Michael was great! easy to deal with and made sure to keep me updated during my time away. He communicated well and my dog seemed to enjoy her stay. Would 100% use again

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MICHAEL F D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • mar. 16, 2025

Mike D was amazing with Max and Max seemed to feel the same.

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I work in the city 3 days per week, but I can choose which days those will be. So, I can be flexible. If for whatever reason, you need to cancel, just let me know at least 1-2 days before. Thank you!

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I provide dog sitting, dog walking, dog boarding, cat sitting, and cat boarding services. Whatever you need and however much you need, I am willing to give! Looking forward to meeting you and your pet!

Pets

A typical day

I know how much dogs love long walks and taking time to explore all the smells of the neighborhood. If your dog likes a regular walk through the neighborhood, great! If they like to trot around on the beach, I can bring them on a long leash to let them run around as they please. Whatever you want!

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time
Michael can host up to 3 pets per night
Please let me know of any adverse behaviors your dog has so I can avoid those situations (resource guarding, dog reactivity, etc.). Additionally, let me know if your dog likes playing fetch or if there are any other things they like so we can do those!
Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.