We have been using Michael for years to walk and dog sit our Golden Retriever, Bernese Mountain Dog, and our mini Bernadoodle. Our pets have always been so happy to see him each time he comes over. He's a great companion. He's very receptive to their needs and moods. He learns there capabilities very quickly, for example, how far each of them like to walk, which one likes to go into the streams, and which ones are sensitive to weather conditions. He has stayed at our home also and watched them while we have gone on short vacations. He's wonderful with them and we are so glad that he loves our pets as much as we do.