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Michael W.

Naugatuck, CT

5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
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Services

Michael can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
Takes only 1 client at a time

Availability

I am currently home most of the 24 hour day and I have the time and bandwidth to actively care for your canine/s needs and comfort.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Michael W.

Communication

1 repeat pet parent
76% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
80% bookings with photo updates

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

My home has a fenced yard and space to run and dig and play and rest. The space is partially shaded and water is available inside and outside.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Michael W. would like to know about your pet

I would like to know: *vaccination/medical history *adoption history *ANY aggressive history *breed *training history *dates and documents of spade/neuter I have no breed preferences. I expect a dog to come to me clean and brushed. I expect housebroken unless under one years old or specified. Please send an inquiry -with details- if your pet requires special attention.

A typical day

Your Canine Best will have nearly round the clock access to the fenced-in yard and access to the front porch and inside comfort and cool.

Location

Naugatuck, CT

Michael W.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Experienced! Cocoa's Canine Club!!

Pet care experience

Hello Dog Lovers....! I am experienced in training, walking, and boarding. I have extrensive experience with all sizes and shapes and especially large and massive breed dogs from Rottweillers to Mastiffs and my own Pyrenees Mix. I have been mentored over the years by current and retired military K9 specialists, accomplished breeders, and experienced handlers. I am gentle and firm with boundaries and interactions with your beloved pet. My current accomplice on LifeJourney is Cocoa. She welcomes each member of the Cocoa Canine Club where the only serving of Cocoa will be her demand that the Newbie(or Oldie) play balllllll!!! Digging in the backyard is allowed and zooming is common fanfare and flare. I expect pets to be housebroken but if yours is still young or not please message me and we can discuss your specific canine's needs. I have a crate available depending on circumstances. For doggy daycare and any puppy under one years old I expect detailed instructions and expectations as well as current vaccinations, eating schedule, and 'relief' schedule. I cannot accept non neutered male dogs as Cocoa is not spade. Non spayed females are possible upon further conversation. I can administer any special feeding, walking, dietary, or medication requests on a schedule as needed. I will gladly send updated photos and videos throughout the time of your pet's stay. Please ask me for more information about this. Any questions please send me an inquiry and be specific about the matter and the relevant times or dates. Doggy Daycare and Boarding are limited to my home property. Walks are possible but not promised as part of the booking depending on dog needs and further conversation. Dogs have plenty of space to run and goooooooooo. Looking forward! I am a great host! Your Best Friend will be cared for, hydrated, offered treats if allowed, and have cool a/c for frequent rests and breaks. If finances are a hurdle please message me and I will do my best to work on accommodating your needs. Michael

Reviews

Joy
Boarding • jul. 29, 2025
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Michael was fantastic with communication, pictures, and video updates! He handled my high anxiety dog very well. Michael's dog Cocoa was also a love! I would highly recommend!

Esteli J.
Doggy Day Care • sep. 03, 2019
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We are so very happy we left our Doberman with Michael. We were passing through town and needed daycare to enjoy city tours, dining, etc. She had a great time with Carmel (Michael’s dog) and she even got a bath! He also picked our dog up at our Airbnb which was super convenient. We will most definitely book him again when we come back to NOLA. Thanks again!

Mary-Lynne Z.
Boarding • dic. 11, 2018
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Michael was an absolute pleasure to work with! He was incredibly knowledgeable and very patient with our anxious pup. It was our first long vacation away from Winnie and he sent photos / videos / updates daily so my mind was at ease the whole trip! He treated her like his own. We couldn’t have asked for better service. I’d highly recommend him to anyone!

Lauren M.
Boarding • jun. 23, 2018
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Thank goodness we found Michael! He was fantastic taking care of our big, rambunctious dog Beau while we were out of town. He sent plenty of photos to keep us up to date on how Beau was doing and was great at keeping in contact! Also, we greatly appreciated how flexible Michael was at not only allowing us to book last minute, but being very flexible in drop off and pick up times. Beau enjoyed playing with Carmel, running in the backyard, and lounging in the house. Was very pleased to come home to a happy, tired pup!

About Michael W.

Communication

1 repeat pet parent
76% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
80% bookings with photo updates

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

My home has a fenced yard and space to run and dig and play and rest. The space is partially shaded and water is available inside and outside.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Michael W. would like to know about your pet

I would like to know: *vaccination/medical history *adoption history *ANY aggressive history *breed *training history *dates and documents of spade/neuter I have no breed preferences. I expect a dog to come to me clean and brushed. I expect housebroken unless under one years old or specified. Please send an inquiry -with details- if your pet requires special attention.

A typical day

Your Canine Best will have nearly round the clock access to the fenced-in yard and access to the front porch and inside comfort and cool.

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Michael W.

Naugatuck, CT

5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews