Michael R.
Michael R.
Highlights
Pet care experience
Love your dogs as you are blessed!
I've raised & trained 4 dogs and have taken care of neighbors pets along with my adult children's dogs. You have to live it and experience it in order to receive the rewards, handle the challenges & overall personalities of different breeds to be a successful care giver. My young adult children call me the Dog Whisperer. I'm retired in great shape and constantly do 2-3 mile hikes with dogs and they receive my undivided attention. Looking to bring some happiness and comfort to dogs, while allowing their owners the freedom & peace of mind knowing they have the best care possible. I've rescued several dogs in distress that weren't in my care, but came upon situations where the dog was in trouble and the owner didn't know how to respond.
Qualifications
Safety, trust & environment
Prefer to take care of pets at owners home, but can make an occasional exception. I spend a lot of time at different parks like Hopkinton State, Veterans Freedom in Westboro, and other natural conservation sites.
Ratings and reviews
Michael is truly a dog whisperer! He was great with Blue and even helped him work off leash comfortably. Can't wait to rebook with him!
Mike was great! He stayed with my Henrietta for almost an hour while i was unable to get home to let her out to take care of her business!…I would not hesitate to book with him again!
I am pleased to recommend Mike for his exceptional pet walking services. Mike is diligent, caring, and takes immense pride in caring for the dogs he walks. His dedication to ensuring each pet's well-being is truly commendable. Mike's attention to detail and genuine love for animals make him an outstanding choice for anyone seeking reliable and compassionate pet care. He consistently goes above and beyond to ensure that the dogs are happy, healthy, and safe during their walks. I highly recommend Mike for his pet walking services. His commitment and passion for animal care are evident in every interaction he has with the pets. You can trust Mike to provide the best care for your furry friends.
Mike has taken care of my dog more times than I can count and has always done a great job. He has access to local parks so my dog can get plenty of exercise, and always has healthy treats!
Mike has had dogs since he was a kid. He loves them and is kind, compassionate and friendly. Any pets will have fun with him!
Mike is fantastic with my dog, I cannot say enough great things about him. My dog is always so excited to see Mike, I have never seen her so excited to see one person! He is always constantly playing with her and making sure she is well taken care of. There is no one I would trust more than Mike to take care of my dog and it is so nice to not have to worry about her when I can’t be around. I would HIGHLY recommend Mike if you are looking for someone to help out with your pet, you will definitely not have to worry about your dog when he is around!
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Schedule
I'm retired and don't travel often. My wife is an RN in the local school district and we really only do occasional trips through out New England. She also works the school summer programs, so I have a lot of free time and open to all hours of the day and night.
- 0 to 15 lbs16 to 40 lbs41 to 100 lbsMichael can host up to 5 drop-ins per day
- Does the dog like other dogs? Does the dog like people? What are the dogs dietary needs? I only provide 1-3 ingredient dog treats as many can be toxic. Does the dog enjoy certain activities over other ventures. Does the dog like to be brushed? Have you had problems with ticks and other parasites? Does the dog need certain meds and why? Dogs get bored, so its my responsibility to give them an environment that brings them joy and fun.