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Michael F.

5.0 out of 5 stars
2 repeat clients
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Michael F.

5.0 out of 5 stars
2 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

$56 total per night

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

Highlights

Enhanced background check
12 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Friendly, animal lover!

I’ve owned a couple of cats and shih tzus. I have personal experience caring for them in addition to Beagles, German Shepherds, Shibas, and Pit Bulls. I am not certified in Veterinary health care but have worked in the medical field for humans with a focus on emergency medicine for two decades and have received cross-training on basic care for dogs from the military; as such, I can interpret unusual symptoms and behaviors to pass on to you, the owner, in case your loved one needs further care at a Veterinary clinic.

Qualifications

2 repeat pet parents
84% response rate
Usually responds within a few hours
50% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
12 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

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Ana K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 15, 2026

Michael was very communicative during the days my dog stayed with him! It made me feel so at ease knowing my pup was well taken care of while we were traveling. I will definitely be booking with Michael again in the future!

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Alex A.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Feb 17, 2026

Michael was so great with our 2 dogs! He helped us with boarding in his home for our 30 and 35 dogs. He made sure they got great walks everyday, kept oral medication on schedule and was great with communication and pickup/dropoff. I highly recommend Michael for your dog sitting needs!

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Mary R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Feb 13, 2026

Michael was wonderful to work with! He was so sweet with my dog Bleu, did a great job communicating, and overall was great to work with. Will be booking again!

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Richard W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Dec 06, 2025

Michael took great care of our dogs and left my house in great shape. I could recommend him any more highly. I will look for him any time I need a dog sitter again and I encourage you to do the same!

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Tina H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Dec 03, 2025

Michael took great care of our dog Pixel! Pixel had a small accident before our trip and Michael was able to provide his medications and detailed daily updates, and was very prompt and communicative. Would definitely rebook again!

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Myra C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Nov 17, 2025

Michael did an amazing job with Hudson and was very communicative. He kept our place clean and followed Hudson’s daily routine. Hudson was in good hands! Thank you so much again and we’ll definitely reach out again when we need a sitter in the future.

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I typically work part-time at a major hospital in the Bay Area- I have a fairly flexible schedule to accommodate those needing extra care for their furry friends!

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Safety, trust & environment

In my home, I have a fenced backyard if your pet likes to sunbathe. A number of parks are in close proximity to my home that I can either drive to or walk to with your pet to give them a chance to exercise, potty, and socialize with other pets (if that is what you wish). I have clean, filtered water at home to provide to your pet and can tailor to your pet’s specific nutritional needs as long as you provide them to me. I have one, small dog at home who belongs to my tenant and is well-behaved. If you would like me to drop by your living arrangement to care for your pet, I can transport myself easily and accommodate your pets needs as long as you detail what you would like done for your loved one(s). If they require more frequent walks, that’s perfectly fine!

A typical day

For higher energy dogs, I can go on runs, walks, or hikes out on the beach, local parks, or one of the many nature trails in the bay area. I enjoy playing catch with them and letting them get their zoomies out! If they enjoy being snuggled, I’m more than happy to let them be big potatoes with me on my bed or couch, too! For cats, it’s always a ball using cat wands and engaging/playing with them in that fashion!

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Michael can host up to 1 pet per night
If your pet has any special needs, medications, or routines that you’d like me to be mindful of, please let me know to ensure I can accommodate them and we can make them as comfortable as possible.
These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

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.

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.