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Michael S.

Austin, TX

5.0 out of 5 stars
•41 reviews
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My pet care is the cat's meow!

Pet care experience

Hello! I am the loving caretaker of a Black Mouth Cur, BlueTick CoonHound, Chihuahua, and a beautiful golden farm cat. Daisy, Remy, Bitsy, and Bobby respectively are far from my first pets. I have been honing my pet care and training skills since I was young child gaining experience with breeds like Chihuahua, Great Pyrenees, and an eclectic assortment of everything in between. I've recently been taking care of a friend's senior dog with a skin condition and mobility issues but have taken on the unique challenges enthusiastically day after day.

Reviews

Daniel C.
House Sitting • May 19, 2024
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This was our first time using Rover, and Michael was very helpful and understanding with us. He visited a few weeks before our booking to meet the dogs to go over expectations as it was our first time. He was also house sitting and upon our return we barely knew anyone was here. He sent us multiple pictures throughout the day. He also called us after the stay and gave us an update on the overall stay. Would definitely book with Michael again and recommend him to others.

Cassie B.
House Sitting • Apr 30, 2024
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Mike is a very thorough and thoughtful pet sitter. He knew one of our dogs was struggling with an ear infection at the end of his last visit with us, and very thoughtfully called me a few days later to check in on her progress.

Jaron W.
House Sitting • Apr 30, 2024
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Use him every week. He’s great

Jaron W.
House Sitting • Apr 22, 2024
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Great Rover!

About Michael S.

Communication

7 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I enjoy adapting to every animal's personality! I love trail runs with your dog as well as park visits and fetch. Every owner and animal is a unique chance to curate a caretaking experience! :)

Information Michael S. would like to know about your pet

I have no breed or temperament preferences. I am ready and willing to account for any specific needs of your fur baby. Please feel free to be as specific as you would like about your expectations for pet care service.

A typical day

I'd love to entertain your four legged friend with their favorite activities. If they love a rope for tug-o-war or a frisbee to display their show dog moves I am happy to oblige them! If they're a big socialite a trip to BarK is a top choice, or for the less outgoing I have many favorite parks which would offer a more mellow vibe.

Services

House Sitting
in your home
$49per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$25per visit
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$29per walk

Michael can watch in your home

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

Availability

I am a full time virtual student which allows me to fit my schedule around your pet care! I travel occasionally as an event coordinator but I'll spend most of my time in ATX.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Calendar last updated a day ago
House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Michael S.

Communication

7 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I enjoy adapting to every animal's personality! I love trail runs with your dog as well as park visits and fetch. Every owner and animal is a unique chance to curate a caretaking experience! :)

Information Michael S. would like to know about your pet

I have no breed or temperament preferences. I am ready and willing to account for any specific needs of your fur baby. Please feel free to be as specific as you would like about your expectations for pet care service.

A typical day

I'd love to entertain your four legged friend with their favorite activities. If they love a rope for tug-o-war or a frisbee to display their show dog moves I am happy to oblige them! If they're a big socialite a trip to BarK is a top choice, or for the less outgoing I have many favorite parks which would offer a more mellow vibe.

Location

Austin, TX

Michael S.'s Neighborhood

Pets

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Michael S.

Austin, TX

5.0 out of 5 stars
•41 reviews