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Michael K.

5.0 out of 5 stars
2 repeat clients
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Michael K.

5.0 out of 5 stars
2 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $25 per visit

Highlights

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

Pet care experience

Loving Pet Sitter - Flexible Hours!

I've been lifelong friends and caretakers of animals for decades. I love cats and dogs with equal measure...they bring me as much joy as I hopefully bring to them. I want nothing more than to ensure they're content and feeling good. I do this both enthusiastically and with the utmost respect and responsibility for them and their owners.

Cat care experience

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Super Friendly Cat Caretaker

Michael also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Qualifications

2 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
50% bookings with photo updates
30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

I give you my word that your pet(s) will be in trustworthy hands with me. The safety and well-being of your pet(s) is my #1 priority.

Ratings and reviews

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3 ratings
Robert K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jul 06, 2026

Michael took great care of our pets, especially during July 4th weekend with the fireworks. He sends amazing photos of your pets as an added bonus and is very detailed in communication. Highly recommend Michael!

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JamesBoemker A.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Aug 03, 2025

Michael took amazing care of our two dogs, sending lots of photos and regular updates that put my mind at ease while we were away. He really shows love and care to two our two and we highly recommend his services !

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Timothy W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jul 21, 2025

Michael was tremendous. He took great care of our dog and also great care of our home! I recommend him at the highest level!

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Sara N.
May 23, 2025

We had a fantastic experience with Mike, who stayed in our home with our two dogs for a long weekend. Mike sent regular photos of the pups, which we loved. He really made sure the dogs got plenty of attention and affection and even gave them some playtime in the backyard. One of the dogs needed a daily pill for a temporary health issue, and that was no problem. When we got home, the dogs seemed so happy, and our house was as neat as we left it. We were very grateful for the peace of mind Mike gave us, and we wouldn’t hesitate to book him again. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a trustworthy, responsible, and caring pet sitter!

Blair K.
May 23, 2025

Mike is a loving friend to animals, and I should know, because I shared pets with him our whole childhood! He's my big brother, and growing up, we had a dog, cats, fish, a turtle, and a gerbil. Mike has rescued injured squirrels and bunnies, and he has spent a significant amount of time around dogs and cats as a family and pet photographer. If you entrust him with your pet, he will be a friendly, responsible caregiver to your most precious pals.

Joanne K.
May 22, 2025

Mike is the best pet sitter! My kitties acted like I never even left. In the past, they acted skittish and weird when I would return from a trip but they were happy and well cared for by Mike. He’s really gentle and kind, and my kitties adore him. I’ve also seen him with the neighbor’s dogs and they are absolutely at ease and always so happy to see him. Mike is a natural with animals. You can tell he genuinely loves them and they love him too. I felt really comfortable with him in my home as well. He was really great with my detailed instructions and he is a genuinely nice, trustworthy human. I highly recommend him to pet sit or walk any of your pets.

Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I have a very flexible schedule - I'm a freelance photographer by day - which is great for both short term and long term pet-sitting engagements :)

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Michael can host up to 2 drop-ins per day
Please let me know any particular preferences you have for your pets (habits, routines, what makes them most comfortable and content) and I'll do my best to accommodate so everyone is happy!
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.