Michael R.
SOMERVILLE, NJ
Responsible, Fun, Active Dog Walker
Pet care experience
I've had dogs my entire life. When a kid as young as twelve I would watch numerous people's dogs during the summer months and then for longer stretches as I got older. Currently I have a 6 year old dog named Zuko and a 1.5 year old dog named Rey. Previous to my current pets, I had three dogs growing up. Harry passed when I was 4, Ernie passed when I was 15 and Bailey passed when I was 30. Bailey had diabetes so whenever I watched him I needed to inject him with insulin after meals. So I am comfortable and able to care for older dogs as well as puppies. My current dogs and I walk 3+ miles a day and we enjoy going on hikes and going to the park. My favorite activity to do in my free time is to play disc golf with Zuko. Maybe one day Rey can join us!! I love working, walking, and playing with dogs.
Reviews
Exceeded expectations. Especially considering Apollo is a bigger dog that loves attention. Thanks Michael - I will for SURE use you again.
Mike took great care of our pets! We were able to enjoy our trip with the peace of mind knowing that our pets were in good, attentive hands. We will definitely book again with Mike in the future!
Michael was absolutely wonderful. He was really helpful and reliable, even in not the best of weather. My Shep had so much fun and was very happy to make a new friend. Michael took great care of Shep as if he were his own. 🙂
Mike is a great dog walker, very good with dogs, and knowledgeable. Levi really loved him.
About Michael R.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have a six year old dog named Zuko and a one year old dog named Rey. Each day the dogs must walk a minimum of three miles or go to the dog park that day. I like to keep them as active as possible. Walking, hikes, the park, etc. are all things we try to do as much as possible. If you live in Somerville you have most likely seen me! When caring for other people's dogs I like to have them be active as well because happy dogs are active dogs! Whether that involves walking or going park, your dog will enjoy the same things!
Information Michael R. would like to know about your pet
Beforehand I would just like to know if your dog gets along with other dogs. Also, how do they act when walking on a leash. Can they be walked with other dogs or do they need to be walked alone. I enjoy bringing dogs when watching them to local parks to run and play, so if there is anything I would need to know like does your dog jump fences or not get along with new dogs would be good to know. Finally, how does the dog act when alone and how long can they be alone for.
A typical day
My dogs walk 3+ miles a day. Zuko accompanies me when I play disc golf since he is off leash trained. Playing disc golf with Zuko is my favorite activity to do. Rey is not trained off leash yet so she does not come to disc golf. Both dogs love meeting new dogs and we can frequently be seen in Somerville at the various parks playing and having a great time. Sometimes we enjoy going on hikes or going to the dog park. With your dog they will enjoy walks, the park, etc.
Services
Michael can watch in your home
Availability
I am a middle school teacher and I do coach numerous sports during the year. I am done by 430 pm if coaching (minus games). If I am not coaching I am done by 3pm.
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About Michael R.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have a six year old dog named Zuko and a one year old dog named Rey. Each day the dogs must walk a minimum of three miles or go to the dog park that day. I like to keep them as active as possible. Walking, hikes, the park, etc. are all things we try to do as much as possible. If you live in Somerville you have most likely seen me! When caring for other people's dogs I like to have them be active as well because happy dogs are active dogs! Whether that involves walking or going park, your dog will enjoy the same things!
Information Michael R. would like to know about your pet
Beforehand I would just like to know if your dog gets along with other dogs. Also, how do they act when walking on a leash. Can they be walked with other dogs or do they need to be walked alone. I enjoy bringing dogs when watching them to local parks to run and play, so if there is anything I would need to know like does your dog jump fences or not get along with new dogs would be good to know. Finally, how does the dog act when alone and how long can they be alone for.
A typical day
My dogs walk 3+ miles a day. Zuko accompanies me when I play disc golf since he is off leash trained. Playing disc golf with Zuko is my favorite activity to do. Rey is not trained off leash yet so she does not come to disc golf. Both dogs love meeting new dogs and we can frequently be seen in Somerville at the various parks playing and having a great time. Sometimes we enjoy going on hikes or going to the dog park. With your dog they will enjoy walks, the park, etc.
Location
SOMERVILLE, NJ
Pets
Michael R.
SOMERVILLE, NJ