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Michael M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
3 repeat clients
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Michael M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
3 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $31 per night

Highlights

Enhanced background check
9 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Loves pets- experienced sitter

I've taken care of both dogs and cats for as long as I can remember, having grown up with both of them. I have such a high fondness! I have trained 4 puppies in the past few years so I am well equipped to handle the littlest of rascals. I also have senior care experience and reactive dog care experience.

Cat care experience

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Will Cuddle Your Cat

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

Qualifications

3 repeat pet parents
56% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
86% bookings with photo updates
9 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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4 ratings
Tonya B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jun 24, 2025

My dog Loki loves Michael I was so pleased that he could stay with him for all my travels. Michael truly loves animals and is reliable and sends lots of pictures and updates.

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Ken F.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Mar 12, 2025

Michael was very attentive to Olive. She is a high energy dog and needs a lot of attention. She responded very well to Michael and I felt very comfortable leaving her with him.

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Duncan A.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Oct 11, 2024

Michael house sat with our two pooches for 14 days. Our reactive, stranger-disliking dog took to Michael on first meeting. Michael responded immediately to any messages that we sent, and kept us informed with regular notes and photos of the hounds. The dogs were happy, our home was well looked after, and the houseplants are still green! Good job!

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Carley D.
Jan 26, 2023

Michael has pet sit for me multiple times. I have cats, dogs, and a bearded dragon. He is always great at giving me updates so I know my babies are safe. He also has tons of energy and would be great for any family whose pet loves to play. I highly recommend his services.

Kennady S.
Jan 19, 2023

Michael is great with pets! Tink loves spending time with him, and he's great with my cat. He's very sweet and kind, I'm very thankful to have him near when I need a sitter.

Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I am a senior at the University of Southern Maine, and have classes on primarily Tuesdays and Thursdays. Due to my light load on my last year, I am able to have high availability throughout the week especially mornings and afternoons.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 3 dogs, has cats
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I do my best to provide as happy of an experience possible for the pets. I give them lots of pets, love, food, water, and whatever else is required for their care. If they need to be crated or put in a carrier I am able to do that. I am also able to trim nails or give medicine or anything of the sorts!

Pets

A typical day

I love playing with dogs! I have three German Shepherds myself and will play ball until the sun sets. I especially emphasise the importance of outdoor time whether it's walking, chilling, playing frisbee or even just running around. As for kitties, I tend to use whatever toy is at hand to witness their ferocious little hunting activities.

Cats
Michael can host up to 1 pet per night
Let me know if there are any special instructions ahead of time like medications or certain routines that the pet requires so I can best accommodate.
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.