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Michael R.

Richmond, PA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•14 reviews
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I love all furry creatures

Pet care experience

Hi there, I'm Michael. I am a busy resident of Port Richmond, and I understand how difficult it can be to find quality care for your fur baby. I grew up around animals (particularly dogs) and I know how important it is to find exceptional care for your dog while you’re out of town. I am a reliable, caring, and communicative pet sitter. I love that dog sitting allows me to give back to my community and spend time with new furry friends. I'm very experienced in looking after animals. I helped my own dog birth her only litter of pups and cared for them until there were old enough to live with my sister in Florida. I know how to work with all different ages, breeds and personalities. I also take care of my best friend's cats when she's out of town — I love every opportunity I get to take care of animals. Some of my favorite activities are taking my dog on hikes, traveling (with my dog if I can), and cooking. I cook almost every day – as you can imagine, my dog loves that! My pup plays well with others, and will be excited to have a new friend. I believe you should care for your fur babies the same way you care for children. I would love to be another source of love and care for your dog, and peace of mind for you. My hours are flexible, and I offer daily updates on the status of your pet.

Reviews

Rami E.
Dog Walking • Mar 24, 2017
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I had a good experience leaving my dog with Michael over a weekend.

Maria M.
Doggy Day Care • Mar 20, 2017
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Muffy loved her afternoon with Michael, she came home and slept the rest of the day!

Lionel N.
Doggy Day Care • Feb 17, 2017
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This was our second time using Michael for daycare and he once again took great care of our terrier mix, Pippin. Pippin is a recent rescue who struggles with anxiety in many situations, and Michael has been very understanding and flexible. Pippin even gets along well with Michael's dog, Ginger, when he's often afraid of other dogs. We plan to continue using Michael a few times a week while we work on Pippin's separation anxiety, and definitely recommend him as a sitter.

Katie L.
Dog Boarding • Feb 17, 2017
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Michael was fabulous, will definitely rebook with him. I got pictures throughout my dog's stay and updates on what they were doing. They went on long walks together--obvious by how tired my dog was when she returned home. Additionally, my dog loves attention and Micheal gave it to her, earning her (and my) love for him.

About Michael R.

Communication

3 repeat pet parents
30% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

18 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Can provide daily exercise

Information Michael R. would like to know about your pet

I like to know about your dog’s history and notes on personality and behavior. It’s good to know whether a dog is nervous around new people, or has any needs I should be made aware of. I’ll find out what kind of training style works with your dog (e.g., treat or play responsive). I like to bring something to our meet and greet (like a treat or toy) to help make sure we bond. Since I am a pet parent as well, I understand that communication and daily updates really help to alleviate the anxiety that comes with being away from your pup. I love to hear feedback after every visit, so I can be sure to provide the best possible continued care.

A typical day

Your pup and I will do lots together — play fetch at the nearby dog park, cuddle on the couch watching Golden Girls, or take walks along the SchuylKill River trail (with owner permission, of course). If your pup likes urban routes, we could go explore the city of downtown Philadelphia as well.

Services

House Sitting
in your home
AWAY
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
AWAY
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
AWAY

Michael can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

About Michael R.

Communication

3 repeat pet parents
30% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

18 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Can provide daily exercise

Information Michael R. would like to know about your pet

I like to know about your dog’s history and notes on personality and behavior. It’s good to know whether a dog is nervous around new people, or has any needs I should be made aware of. I’ll find out what kind of training style works with your dog (e.g., treat or play responsive). I like to bring something to our meet and greet (like a treat or toy) to help make sure we bond. Since I am a pet parent as well, I understand that communication and daily updates really help to alleviate the anxiety that comes with being away from your pup. I love to hear feedback after every visit, so I can be sure to provide the best possible continued care.

A typical day

Your pup and I will do lots together — play fetch at the nearby dog park, cuddle on the couch watching Golden Girls, or take walks along the SchuylKill River trail (with owner permission, of course). If your pup likes urban routes, we could go explore the city of downtown Philadelphia as well.

Location

Philadelphia, PA

Michael R.'s Neighborhood

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Michael R.

Richmond, PA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•14 reviews