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Michael L.

Needham, MA

5.0 out of 5 stars
31 reviews
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These prices are for 1 dog, including a booking fee of 11%.

Services

Michael can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time

Michael can care for

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old

Availability

I work from home mostly and my wife works from home two days per week which allows for your dog to have several opportunities to get outside for a walk each day right beside mine. Yours can play with our dog as well as the other members of our family. Our dog is good with other dogs as well as people.and small children.

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About Michael L.

Communication

9 repeat pet parents
88% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

Your dog will be well cared for in our loving home and our love for dogs will be extended to yours. Please rest assured I aim to make it an enjoyable experience for your pet and you.

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Michael L. would like to know about your pet

Important info might be Medical /allergies. If your dog is trained or not to get up on furniture ( in which case we may decided to cover some) , Any specifics about your dogs personality likes or dislikes, favorite things to do, Medications etc

A typical day

A typical day will start with a walk then breakfast if that’s is your dogs feeding schedule. Fun activities will certainly depend on what your dog likes but certainly walks, playing with dog toys, balls and playing fetch etc There is a dog park a 1 mile away. And of course lots of love and petting -All Options

Location

Needham, MA

Michael L.'s Neighborhood

Pets

We'd love to host your pooch!!

Pet care experience

Dogs have always been a part of our family. I’ve had a dog for most of my life, and we currently have a friendly, easygoing 9-year-old Labrador who loves having visitors. Our home is a calm, loving place where dogs are treated like part of the family, not just guests. Friends and family have relied on us for years to care for their pets while they’re away, and it’s something we truly enjoy. I’ve trained all of our dogs over the years, focusing on good manners, positive reinforcement, and creating a safe, comfortable environment for every dog in our care. Caring for dogs through Rover has been a great experience for our whole family, and we take pride in providing dependable, attentive care. If you’re new to Rover, rest assured that most owners have very positive experiences. We aim to give you peace of mind while you’re away by caring for your dog as if they were our own — a cozy, loving alternative to kenneling.

Reviews

Laura F.
Boarding • Jan 28, 2026
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Hank always has a good time with Michael and his girl Stella. Michael was very communicative, and he was flexible with us when our return trip was delayed by a major snowstorm. Much appreciated!

David B.
Doggy Day Care • Jun 25, 2025
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Michael was great for Comet. He was very communicative with setting up a time to meet, and he and his family took great care of our boy. It was over 100 degrees out so they made sure to take him on more frequent but shorter walks. We will definitely be using him again in the future

Ryan M.
Boarding • Jun 16, 2025
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Micheal and his family took care of our boy for a short weekend getaway. Our dog definitely seemed to enjoy his time with the family and took to them well! Will definitely be using them again.

Ruth G.
Boarding • May 11, 2025
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MIchael was very easy to work with and Phoebe enjoyed her stay!

About Michael L.

Communication

9 repeat pet parents
88% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

Your dog will be well cared for in our loving home and our love for dogs will be extended to yours. Please rest assured I aim to make it an enjoyable experience for your pet and you.

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Michael L. would like to know about your pet

Important info might be Medical /allergies. If your dog is trained or not to get up on furniture ( in which case we may decided to cover some) , Any specifics about your dogs personality likes or dislikes, favorite things to do, Medications etc

A typical day

A typical day will start with a walk then breakfast if that’s is your dogs feeding schedule. Fun activities will certainly depend on what your dog likes but certainly walks, playing with dog toys, balls and playing fetch etc There is a dog park a 1 mile away. And of course lots of love and petting -All Options

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.
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Michael L.

Needham, MA

5.0 out of 5 stars
31 reviews