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Michele V.

4.9 out of 5 stars
22 repeat clients
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Michele V.

4.9 out of 5 stars
22 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $40 per night

Highlights

Basic background check
20 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Pugmutt and Friends

I have been petsitting, house sitting, cat sitting, and farm sitting since Rover was DogVacay, but actually since I was a child caring for my neighbors pets and horses. My dog Quill is around 8 years old and gets along with almost everyone. No one is perfect. That's why I ask that you allow enough time to schedule a Meet-N-Greet so we know your dog, my dog, and I are a good fit. I do not accept dogs that are not spayed or neutered. Sorry:( I am skilled at giving pills, liquid oral medications, and subcutaneous shots. (think diabetics and thyroid disease for cats) We have taken in a family member's cat in the past year. She is the queen of the household and is not intimidated by most dogs as long as they are not aggressive toward her. I can do drop in visits for cats, reptiles, and birds as needed. I do accept reptiles and birds into my home as well. My Husband and Stepson enjoy all the animals that come and go.

Cat care experience

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Quill is cat safe for housesitting!

Michele also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Qualifications

22 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

4.9
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64 ratings
Allison K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Nov 11, 2025

Michele is always so kind and caring to Birdie. Highly recommend!

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Erica G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Mar 04, 2025

As always, my dog was treated like a queen and came home tired but happy.

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Erica G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jan 21, 2025

Always goes above and beyond to take good care of my dog.

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Erica G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 30, 2024

Always makes my dog feel at home.

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Alicia W.
1.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Jul 26, 2024

Bad communication and accusatory.

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Allison K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 10, 2024

Michele is wonderful, takes great care of Birdie, and keeps us updated with pictures. She treats Birdie like a member of her family.

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Schedule

I am working full time until June 17th, therefore I only accept dogs on the weekends until school is out. I just updated my summer schedule so there are more opportunities for walks, house sitting, and cat drop ins.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

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

Safety, trust & environment

I have a fenced patio that the dogs enjoy hanging out on. I do not have a yard, but my Condo is very large and there is plenty of room for the dogs to play and take breaks from each other. I do not take dogs off leash unless I know the dog very well and we are in a safe area such at the dog park or dog beach. I will only take your dog on excursions with your permission. My dog loves to go to the farm and the dog beach, but that's not for everyone. ;)

Pets

A typical day

I do live in a condo, but it is a very dog friendly neighborhood with plenty of sidewalk and paths for walking. I own a larger condo and have a fenced in Patio. I also live right across the street from a nice park. I don't usually take anyone to the Greenbelt Dog Park, but I do have a yearly pass to Quiet Waters which has a nice little dog beach.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Michele can host up to 2 pets per night
I need to know if your dog has any anxieties, seperation or other. Do they get along with others? Will they be alright passing other dogs in the neighborhood? I also need to know if you dog has any health conditions or restrictions, for example can't take long walks, or needs help with stairs? Several of my guest dogs have been coming to me for years and are now senior dogs, so I know how to take all precautions necessary.
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.