Michelle B.
Dayton, OH
Experienced, confident, caring
Pet care experience
I have experience with dogs ranging from Chihuahuas to Great Danes. I have extensive experience with behavioral issues with dogs, including but not limited to fearful behavior, possessive aggression, and other challenging issues. I have experience with cats with varying health and behavioral concerns as well. I also am experienced with reptiles, large and small birds, rabbits, and small mammals!
Reviews
Michelle is so nice, friendly and caring toward all dogs!! Spacious backyard, too!!
Michelle shows up consistently each week within her scheduled window, and communicates effectively. She gets a 10/10 from me, week after week
Michelle is always so dependable and communicative! Such a relief to have Michelle's help.
Michelle has been a life saver for my sanity of leaving my pets for 3 weeks. From the very first time we met her it was so organic with meeting our dogs because she knew exactly how to approach them and getting them comfortable while meeting her. She was so accommodating to us in arranging a few times before our vacation to come over so our dogs were familiar with her before our vacation. Before we went on the vacation (which will be in a few days) our dogs already recognize her and are totally comfortable with her. I will totally recommend her! She’s amazing!!!
About Michelle B.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have a 6 foot fenced in privacy fenced in yard, monitored regularly for digging around the edges. 2 open bedrooms available for boarding pets who need to be separated from my dogs. I can walk dogs up to 120lbs comfortably. All dogs should be up to date on vaccinations prior to their stay with us. Upon drop off for dogs staying in our home, my dogs request we initially meet out in front of the house for a quick sniff and introduction. Once everyone has had a chance to meet we all walk back into the house together. My pups like it to be “their idea” and it sets the stay up for success 🙂 If there are any reactivity issues upon meeting my dogs, I will keep dogs separated for a period of time for a cooldown/reset and reintroduce one at a time after visiting dogs have had a chance to get used to the sounds and smells of the house. This process has worked very well here when needed!
Home
Information Michelle B. would like to know about your pet
Any medical issues, behavioral concerns, things that are important to your pet and to you while you are gone! What are their favorite things to do? Do they have favorite treats? Separation anxiety? Dog reactive on leash? Need to be crated at night? How does your dog play with other dogs? These things help me to plan your pets’ most comfortable stay! In my home I have 2 dogs who love to play with other dogs, knowing your dogs’ personality and how they play with other dogs is important to know as well. Please let me know the status of their vaccinations ahead of the stay as well for all dogs safety.
A typical day
I take time to play with all pets and provide an outlet for energy and stimulation. I love to hike, and am happy to take any dogs with me during their stay! There is plenty of space outside for fetch, or for free play with my dogs if they are interested.
Services
Michelle can host
Michelle can watch in your home
Availability
I work a flexible schedule at my job Monday-Friday. My husband Josh works from home. For drop in services and dog walking I am available mornings/evenings. When we are away from the home pets stay separated for safety. I can pet sit in my home, I currently have 2 empty bedrooms that can be used if needed while I am away from the home or to keep pets separated as needed.
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About Michelle B.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have a 6 foot fenced in privacy fenced in yard, monitored regularly for digging around the edges. 2 open bedrooms available for boarding pets who need to be separated from my dogs. I can walk dogs up to 120lbs comfortably. All dogs should be up to date on vaccinations prior to their stay with us. Upon drop off for dogs staying in our home, my dogs request we initially meet out in front of the house for a quick sniff and introduction. Once everyone has had a chance to meet we all walk back into the house together. My pups like it to be “their idea” and it sets the stay up for success 🙂 If there are any reactivity issues upon meeting my dogs, I will keep dogs separated for a period of time for a cooldown/reset and reintroduce one at a time after visiting dogs have had a chance to get used to the sounds and smells of the house. This process has worked very well here when needed!
Home
Information Michelle B. would like to know about your pet
Any medical issues, behavioral concerns, things that are important to your pet and to you while you are gone! What are their favorite things to do? Do they have favorite treats? Separation anxiety? Dog reactive on leash? Need to be crated at night? How does your dog play with other dogs? These things help me to plan your pets’ most comfortable stay! In my home I have 2 dogs who love to play with other dogs, knowing your dogs’ personality and how they play with other dogs is important to know as well. Please let me know the status of their vaccinations ahead of the stay as well for all dogs safety.
A typical day
I take time to play with all pets and provide an outlet for energy and stimulation. I love to hike, and am happy to take any dogs with me during their stay! There is plenty of space outside for fetch, or for free play with my dogs if they are interested.
Location
Dayton, OH
Pets
Michelle B.
Dayton, OH