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Michael P.

4.7 out of 5 stars
5 repeat clients
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Michael P.

4.7 out of 5 stars
5 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $17 per visit

Highlights

Michael has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
28 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Looking for pawsome fur friends

I have been taking care of pups since I was 6 years old. I started my own dog walking business in middle school and have been working with WAG! For the last 6 years. I am experienced in giving medications including shots.

Cat care experience

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I gato find more feline friends

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

Qualifications

5 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
28 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

I always ask what owners would like/prefer when going to their homes that way their fur baby is not having to switch anything or go out of their comfort. I will always try and accommodate and make a fur baby feel like home in my home.

Ratings and reviews

4.7
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11 ratings
Juliann C.
4.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jun 17, 2026

Michael did an excellent job looking after our cats. He made sure to get a picture of at least one of them every visit. There was some issues with his schedule that came up and he did his best to communicate with us even though there was an 8 hour time difference between us. We appreciate everything that Michael did for us during such a long vacation.

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Jennifer G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • May 09, 2026

Animaoare happy and house looks good. Appreciate the extra time for clean up woth our new puppy

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Robert C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Apr 07, 2026

As usual great job, Abby was well taken care of. Would/will definitely book again if available.

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Robert C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Dec 05, 2025

As usual provided excellent care for Abby and my home. Will definitely book again in the future if available.

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Karrie B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Nov 19, 2025

Michael did an awesome job. Our four legged kiddos look great and we received photos and videos. Thank you,

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Jessica H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jul 14, 2025

Michael did such a wonderful job dropping in for visits for our dog that we had to leave for the first time this weekend. He provided wonderful updates and worked around our last minute scheduling with ease. Will definitely be booking again!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I am currently open availability due to being an Independent contractor. I am available from early morning to late nights. No specific times are blocked off and I will communicate ahead of time if unavailable.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Michael can host up to 3 drop-ins per day
If any pets are in need of special requests or have any medical concerns, aren’t a problem I just ask notice ahead of time to know what is needed.
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.