I have known Michael for many years who is very courteous and is welcoming to all dogs. Our relationship goes back to high school, and most of our friends that we meet had pets of their own of various sizes and demure. Mike was always willing to meet and play with our many of our shared friend’s pets. Mike has a dog of his own which he has sat for various times, while his parents were away on business and vacation. He knows how to organize time to care for other animals. I have seen him personally prioritize establishing a welcoming presence with animals first so that they are comfortable with his presence in their home. Mike is also very flexible and will take into account the pets needs and makes sure to let the owners know that he is keeping up with visits. Overall, Mike is passionate about caring for other animals and he does not fall short on his commitments.