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Michael F.

San Rafael, CA

4.3 out of 5 stars
13 reviews
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Services

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

Michael can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old

Michael can care for

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

There’s no better feeling than waking up in the morning with a full day of walking groups of dogs, caring for pups while their owners out of town, and meeting new people ahead of me. Once my day is started I make my rounds gathering up dogs from their homes and taking them for a group walk, or “pack walk”, in the beautiful hills of Marin.

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About Michael F.

Communication

3 repeat pet parents
88% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I make each pet feel at home while staying with me. I like to spend time with each dog individually, giving them one on one attention. I love to walk all the dogs together to get some exercise and fresh air a few times a day.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
Children 0-5 years old
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Michael F. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your dog has any special needs or behaviors that you would like me to know about so that I can ensure the best care for your pets.

A typical day

I like to take dogs walking around new places, I strive to let the dogs explore as much new terrain as possible. Taking dogs on such great hikes in the area has been a blast lately. As we end our walk, your pups will surely be tired out and ready to relax for the rest of the day!

Location

San Rafael, CA

Michael F.'s Neighborhood

Come run with my pack!

Pet care experience

I warmly invite all breeds and sizes of dogs into my home for fun, safe boarding. I am available for dog walking in your neighborhood, or with a group of dogs at various places around Marin.

Reviews

Katie S.
Boarding • May 02, 2025
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This was our first time using Rover and we were very happy having Michael watch our fur baby. Michael was very patient and flexible with drop off/ pickup times. We would use him again if needed.

Kyle M.
Boarding • Apr 23, 2025
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Michael seems like a nice guy, but his apartment was so unsanitary I felt bad leaving my dog there for three days. Also, when I arrived to pick my dog up, his crate was out in the front "yard" and was covered in poop and fur. I just hope he didn't make my dog stay in the crate with the poop :( Sadly, would not recommend or use again.

Rebecca N.
Boarding • Apr 10, 2025
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Michael was awesome. He helped me out on short notice and was really realaccommodating. He took great care of my pup and I will absolutely be using Michael again in the future.

Camryn R.
Dog Walking • Apr 09, 2025
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I will never hire this person again, and I urge so much caution to others. Incredibly unprofessional, I’m not convinced that he cares one iota about people’s animals. He brought his kids to my house without asking or giving me any sort of heads up. He encouraged me to book with him outside of Rover, which was a huge mistake on my part. He is not capable of following VERY basic instructions for pet care and walks. Promised 20-30 min and she got less than 10. My dog’s name tag was missing and her AirTag was tampered with. I tried to share feedback in person and he was not interested in having a calm conversation about ways to improve. Save yourself the trouble. Completely unreal experience.

About Michael F.

Communication

3 repeat pet parents
88% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I make each pet feel at home while staying with me. I like to spend time with each dog individually, giving them one on one attention. I love to walk all the dogs together to get some exercise and fresh air a few times a day.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
Children 0-5 years old
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Michael F. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your dog has any special needs or behaviors that you would like me to know about so that I can ensure the best care for your pets.

A typical day

I like to take dogs walking around new places, I strive to let the dogs explore as much new terrain as possible. Taking dogs on such great hikes in the area has been a blast lately. As we end our walk, your pups will surely be tired out and ready to relax for the rest of the day!

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.
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Michael F.

San Rafael, CA

4.3 out of 5 stars
13 reviews