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Michele B.

Winooski, VT

5.0 out of 5 stars
22 reviews
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Services

Michele can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
No females in heat

Michele can care for

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

Availability

In the spring, I work M-F from around 9a-4/5p. I travel some weekends for work. If not, I work Saturdays for ~7-8 hours and Sunday for ~2-3 hours. I have a dog walker come walk my dog a few days during the week and when I’m not traveling on Saturdays.

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About Michele B.

Communication

4 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

12 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a 1.5 year old Havanese dog who is very friendly! I do not have a fenced yard but will make sure your pet will get all of the walks/exercise they need!

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

Information Michele B. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your dog has any specific needs so I can adhere to their normal routine as closely as possible! Any quirks that are normal for them that I should know is also helpful. I have experience caring for sick dogs, as well. My first dog passed from cancer but had been sick for about 3-4 months and needed a lot of special attention so I am comfortable taking care of sick dogs.

A typical day

Anything you or your dog likes! Every dog has different needs/likes, so I don’t want to give a cookie cutter answer like “long walks, fetch, games, belly rubs” because it depends on your dog! Whatever makes them the happiest :) Having my 1 year old dog around too will help provide entertainment with playtime. I like trail walks so if it’s something you think your dog would enjoy then I’d be happy to take them there! If they are more comfortable sticking to the neighborhood, then that’s where I would go!

Location

Winooski, VT

Michele B.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Boarding + a new doggy friend!

Pet care experience

Hello! I am back on Rover after taking some time away to settle in/train my new pup. I have taken care of many dogs through Rover. I have a 1.5 year old Havanese dog named Benny. He is extremely friendly and loves to play. He has yet to meet a dog that he doesn’t like! Now that he’s a little older, we’re ready to welcome other pups for dog sitting! Having just trained a brand new puppy, more puppies are certainly welcome. In September 2023 I lost my dog of 10 years to cancer. I got him when he was a puppy and took care of him until his passing. He was very sick for the last 3-4 months of his life so I have experience with sick/fragile/older dogs. I also grew up with dogs in my family my whole life and was a dog sitter while I was in college before I got my own!

Reviews

Emma Y.
Boarding • Apr 16, 2026
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Thank you so much for taking such great care of Emily!

Erin C.
Boarding • Mar 15, 2026
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Margo had so much fun with Michele and Benny! Highly recommend, will be booking again

FayFay L.
Boarding • Mar 02, 2026
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Michele took great care of our pup. She was a great communicator and he had a great time with her and her dog Benny! We would definitely rebook again. Thank you Michele!

Jasmin B.
Boarding • Oct 03, 2024
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Michele was great with Asher! I needed someone to dogsit him last minute while I went out of town and luckily she was available. She’s very responsive and communicative and sent me updates everyday. Would deff recommend her. She is amazing. Thanks Michele! 😊

About Michele B.

Communication

4 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

12 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a 1.5 year old Havanese dog who is very friendly! I do not have a fenced yard but will make sure your pet will get all of the walks/exercise they need!

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

Information Michele B. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your dog has any specific needs so I can adhere to their normal routine as closely as possible! Any quirks that are normal for them that I should know is also helpful. I have experience caring for sick dogs, as well. My first dog passed from cancer but had been sick for about 3-4 months and needed a lot of special attention so I am comfortable taking care of sick dogs.

A typical day

Anything you or your dog likes! Every dog has different needs/likes, so I don’t want to give a cookie cutter answer like “long walks, fetch, games, belly rubs” because it depends on your dog! Whatever makes them the happiest :) Having my 1 year old dog around too will help provide entertainment with playtime. I like trail walks so if it’s something you think your dog would enjoy then I’d be happy to take them there! If they are more comfortable sticking to the neighborhood, then that’s where I would go!

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Michele B.

Winooski, VT

5.0 out of 5 stars
22 reviews