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Michael H.

Punta Gorda, FL

5.0 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
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Services

Michael can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time

Michael can care for

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

Availability

I am currently retired and have one medium size dog in house (Salty). We have hosted friends dogs and have plenty of time to devote to walks and basic training.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Michael H.

Communication

1 repeat pet parent
96% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

60 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I will walk your dog as needed and will feed on schedule always keep fresh water in bowl. My dogs have always had a full bowl of food and fresh water with ice cubes. Food will be Limited to daily suggested cups of food per day per dogs size, NO table food, but I will feed at any owners suggestion.

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Michael H. would like to know about your pet

How social is your dog? Do they have any anxiety, such as separation, leash anxiety or fear anxiety? Are they good with other dogs, big or small? Do they shy away from human contact or exhume confidence when around people? Do they know basic commands, like sit, down, stay, come, heel, off and no?

A typical day

I love walking and staying fit. Your dog will walk as much as they are physically able. Mornings are best, because Florida afternoons can be way to hot and exhausting. Visits to Hounds of Henry as per your request, because we all know, some dogs do better with socializing than others. Basic training will be rewarded with treats, positive praise or both, whichever you prefer.

Location

Punta Gorda, FL

Michael H.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Retired and physically active.

Pet care experience

My wife and I have found the greatest pleasure in raising and giving basic training to many of my own dogs as well as our friends dogs.

Reviews

Mike A.
Dog Walking • Feb 13, 2026
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Michael did great with Lucy!

Mark N.
Dog Walking • Dec 05, 2025
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our dog warmed up to Mike right away, and remained happy whenever he was with him. Mike looked out for the well-being of our dog, by adjusting the time of day for Walking him (to be a little cooler), and also assured that timely water breaks were available. Great knowledge of dogs!

Donna Z.
Boarding • Apr 06, 2025
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Mike was so, so helpful and great with Jill! It’s obvious that he loves animals and he kept us informed on how she was doing throughout her stay. We will definitely be asking him to keep her again.

Geoffrey B.
Drop-In Visits • Mar 19, 2025
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Mike is awesome! He's great with the dogs and is an excellent communicator. Will definitely continue to use him for taking care of our pups!!!

About Michael H.

Communication

1 repeat pet parent
96% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

60 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I will walk your dog as needed and will feed on schedule always keep fresh water in bowl. My dogs have always had a full bowl of food and fresh water with ice cubes. Food will be Limited to daily suggested cups of food per day per dogs size, NO table food, but I will feed at any owners suggestion.

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Michael H. would like to know about your pet

How social is your dog? Do they have any anxiety, such as separation, leash anxiety or fear anxiety? Are they good with other dogs, big or small? Do they shy away from human contact or exhume confidence when around people? Do they know basic commands, like sit, down, stay, come, heel, off and no?

A typical day

I love walking and staying fit. Your dog will walk as much as they are physically able. Mornings are best, because Florida afternoons can be way to hot and exhausting. Visits to Hounds of Henry as per your request, because we all know, some dogs do better with socializing than others. Basic training will be rewarded with treats, positive praise or both, whichever you prefer.

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Michael H.

Punta Gorda, FL

5.0 out of 5 stars
16 reviews