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Michele J.

derby, VT

9 reviews
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Animals have been my career my whole life! I was raised on a working dairy farm in Vermont, and have owned several horses, dogs and cats. I attended Nash Academy of Animal Arts for dog grooming in 1994, and opened my grooming salon at the end of that year. I operated a very busy and successful grooming salon for 23 years. The salon was AKC certified, and I am currently an AKC certified groomer. I volunteered for the local shelter, organizing adoption events, and fostered cats for 6 years. I sold my business in 2018, and currently own a Lavender farm. I live on 12 acres in a rural open area. I am excited to scale back from a busy grooming environment, to giving personal attention to a limited amount of pets a time. I'll exercise your pets, help keep fit trim and happy! I would to take your pet for long walks, and runs!! I specialize in individual attention and lots of exercise. I do own 2 friendly cats, a neutered 2 yr mastiff, and 2 boys 9 and 10 years old.

Reviews

Sarah J.
Mar 13, 2019

I have known Michele for many years now, and can without a doubt, attest to her love and knowledge of animals. We used Michele as our groomer for many years, but also know her on a personal level. She is one of the most hard working and animal savvy people that I know. She has become highly respected in the community for her grooming skills, but also for her genuine love of the pets that she groomed and cared for. Without hesitation, I can say that I would wholeheartedly trust Michele to care for any of my pets...and that says a lot, considering that I can be a hard to please dog Mama!

SUSAN J.
Mar 13, 2019

Michele has dog sat for us for many years. She is responsible, good with the dogs and very accommodating. Our dogs have been Dobermans with boundless energy. She is loving to them, but also firm so they don't ever come home with bad habits. She is experienced with caring for dogs and is willing to share great ideas for making you and your dog happy.

Shonna M.
Mar 13, 2019

I have known Michele Judd for several years. I have worked for her for four years and she became not only my boss but a role model and friend to me. She is an intelligent person who is very passionate about her work. For over 20 years she became an expert in everything dog related. I came into Michele’s business toward the end of her dog grooming career and it was amazing to watch how well she worked with the dogs. She understands how each dog is an individual with unique personalities and she adjusted herself to fit them and their needs! She has continuously gone above and beyond for clients pets (including my personal animals) tearing them like her own. I have not worked for her in years, yet she would be the first person I would call for any pet advice. She has seen almost everything and if she hasn’t she’s very good at finding a solution. She extremely observant of animals and accommodating. I would not only trust her with my furry family members but also be lucky to have her working with my animals again and have access to her wisdom.

Shelby B.
Mar 13, 2019

I would highly recommend Michele as a dog caregiver. I personally worked with Michele for 3 years at her grooming shop and she is wonderful with animals. She is very knowledgeable about animals and their behaviors and will take care of your pet as if it were her own.

About Michele J.

Communication

66% response rate
Usually responds in within a few hours

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

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has cats
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Michele J. would like to know about your pet

We are family, and do need friendly dogs only. We can not take problem pets. All pets must be housebroken, and crate trained.

A typical day

I will go for walks and runs on rural back roads, woods, fields and meadows. We can play tennis ball together, or snuggle up together!

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$45per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$25per visit
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
$35per day
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$25per walk

Michele can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only
Takes only 1 client at a time

Michele can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Michele J.

Communication

66% response rate
Usually responds in within a few hours

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

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has cats
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Michele J. would like to know about your pet

We are family, and do need friendly dogs only. We can not take problem pets. All pets must be housebroken, and crate trained.

A typical day

I will go for walks and runs on rural back roads, woods, fields and meadows. We can play tennis ball together, or snuggle up together!

Location

derby, VT

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Michele J.

derby, VT

9 reviews