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Michael F.

5.0 out of 5 stars
7 repeat clients
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Michael F.

5.0 out of 5 stars
7 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $40 per visit

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.

Highlights

Enhanced background check
20 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Pets are family!

I’ve had pets my entire life and for the past 20 years. I’ve cared for others in addition to my own. Our family has two rescue dogs, and one of them is a special needs dog. Pets are family to me, and I know how stressful it can be to leave on vacation thinking how much our pups will miss us, and whether they are safe and happy while we are away. I’m a substitute teacher who shifted careers after working as a Chef for 25 years. I have a passion for animals and I am good at gaining their trust and confidence. I have a flexible approach as I believe each pet is different. I can do drop ins, overnight stays, and also walking.

Qualifications

7 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

Having had pets my entire life, I know how important a set routing is for our pets. I like to know as much as possible of the routing YOU have established with your pups, so they can feel safe and adjust well to your absence.

Ratings and reviews

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19 ratings
Erin P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Oct 12, 2025

Ive always been very nervous about trying Rover, but our new dog is too shy and sensitive for boarding, so we had to try sometime new. NO REGRETS! Michael watched our 2 dogs in our home, one very shy, and our very elderly shy cat for 10 days. Michael is great with animals and their individual needs, he even managed to befriend our shy guy Henry. As someone who has bad separation anxiety when it comes to her pets, I did much better than I usually do too compared to using boarding in the past, lol. We came home to 3 happy healthy pets and would definitely hire Michael again in the future.

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Erin P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Sep 30, 2025

Another great visit from Michael!

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Erin P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Sep 28, 2025

Michael will be watching our pups soon for an upcoming vacation so I had him stop by to spend some time with them as one of my dogs is VERY shy. He spent the entire time working with Henry and by the time he left had made significant progress. I feel confident leaving my pups in his care and can tell he really cares about them!

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Kelli B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Oct 16, 2024

Michael took great care of our anxious rescue dog for two weeks and did a fantastic job. I would not hesitate to rebook with him.

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Teri B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jun 13, 2024

Michael was great with our two large dogs! One is a rescue with anxiety and she responded well to Michael. He stayed at our home and walked the dogs daily in addition to keeping them fed and happy! He reached out if he had any questions and sent pics daily! We highly recommend Michael!

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Karen H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • May 01, 2024

Michael did a great job taking care of our fur-babies. Goose and Corona were well taken care of and happy being with Michael. They had a long walk and plenty of cuddle time, which is exactly what they need when they are separated from their people. I would rebook Michael anytime we are away.

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I have flexibility with my time as I did early retirement in order to pursue substitute teaching. I am able to take care of your pets during weekdays and weekends. I can also stay at your home overnight.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Michael can host up to 3 drop-ins per day
Please provide detailed information on your pet's daily routine as well as any specific instruction regarding medicine, food, and any other information you consider relevant. I also need to know who your pet's vet is, with the address and contact information. I would like to have additional contact numbers, besides yours, in case of any emergency.
These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.

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 may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.