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Michaela P.

5.0 out of 5 stars
2 repeat clients
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Michaela P.

5.0 out of 5 stars
2 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $60 per night

Highlights

Enhanced background check
15 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Gentle, Reliable Pet Care

I’ve grown up around animals and have always been the go-to pet person for friends and family. I’ve cared for dogs of many ages and personalities, from energetic pups who benefit from structure and enrichment to older dogs who prefer slower walks and a calm, steady presence. I’m experienced with feeding routines, medications, crate training, enrichment activities, and reading body language so dogs feel safe and understood in my care. I’m especially attentive to helping dogs settle into new environments and feel comfortable when their owner isn’t present. Because I board in my personal home, I’m thoughtful about matching dogs with the right environment, which allows me to provide a more relaxed, focused, and genuinely caring experience for the dogs who stay with me.

Qualifications

2 repeat pet parents
84% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
15 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Ratings and reviews

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8 ratings
Sara A.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 28, 2026

Michaela was great with Kylo. We appreciated having a meet and greet as we had never boarded him before and were not sure how he would do. She was great with him and he was able to settle in after the first full day. She was understanding of our nervousness and kept us updated on how he was doing. Definitely recommend her and will use her again if we have the need.

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Shannon S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • May 19, 2026

Michaela was so kind and welcoming to Gus, gave him good exercise and enrichment, and kept me up to date with pictures and clear communication. Highly recommend.

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Chris M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Apr 25, 2026

Michaela took great care of my nervous dog when I went out of town. She made her feel comfortable and even sent me pictures of my dog tucked in for the night. I would recommend Michaela as a caring and responsible person to entrust your dog.

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Hanna K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Mar 23, 2026

Michaela was great with my shiba inu girl!

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anne g.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Dec 15, 2025

Michaela was very caring with my two dogs, including my new Chihuahua rescue who’s still getting used to everything?

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Alex G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Dec 10, 2025

Incredible sitter! Will absolutely work with her again! My dog was very well taken care of and had fun!

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Schedule

My partner and I work opposite schedules, so someone is almost always home with your pup. I’m able to provide consistent care throughout their time with us. I structure my routine around the dogs I’m caring for, making sure they get regular walks, attention, and downtime. My schedule works best for dogs who are comfortable with a home routine and being left alone for short periods.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

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

Safety, trust & environment

Your dog’s safety and comfort are always my top priorities. I maintain a calm, clean home environment shared with two adults, and I only host one family at a time so each dog gets individualized attention. We have a fenced in yard for your pup to run around in. I follow routines closely, double-check leashes, harnesses, and gates, and keep walks structured while avoiding unsafe situations or unfamiliar dog interactions. I’m attentive to body language and stress signals and adjust care as needed so dogs feel relaxed and secure. Because of allergies, dogs staying in my home must be fully house-trained and bathed within two weeks of their stay. I also require dogs to be comfortable with multiple adults and normal household activity. I communicate clearly and consistently with updates, photos, and notes so you always know how your dog is doing.

A typical day

A typical day includes relaxed walks, meals on your dog’s usual schedule, play or enrichment time, and plenty of downtime to rest and settle. I focus on keeping days calm, structured, and familiar so dogs feel comfortable in a home setting.

16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only
Takes only 1 client at a time
Michaela can host up to 1 pet per night
To make sure my home is a good fit, I ask that owners share information about: • House-training and any history of accidents or marking • Vocalization (barking, whining, or howling indoors) • How their dog does when the owner isn’t present • Comfort with two adults in the home • Any history of snapping, nipping, or stress-based behaviors • When their dog was last bathed I always require a meet & greet prior to booking and like to see how dogs settle when their owner is briefly not present. This helps ensure a smooth, low-stress stay for everyone. My home may not be the best fit for dogs who require diapers or belly bands, have frequent accidents or marking behavior, are very vocal indoors, or experience significant separation anxiety.
Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.