Michelle B.
Michelle B.
Contact for Boarding
from $35 per night
Highlights
Pet care experience
Safe calm home Experienced Dog Care
Hi! I’m a dedicated and experienced animal lover with over 15 years of hands-on experience caring for dogs of all ages, sizes, and temperaments. I’ve worked extensively with pets through fostering (from young puppies to senior dogs), volunteering with rescue organizations, and hands-on shelter experience at BARCS in Baltimore. I also have a background in basic obedience training and successfully earned the Canine Good Citizen certification, and a certified therapy dog through Pets on Wheels with my own dog, Guinness who we lost this past February at 14yrs.. In addition to general care, I have experience administering medications and supporting pets with special needs, so you can feel confident if your pet requires extra attention or care. I work from home, which allows me to provide consistent supervision, companionship, and a calm, structured environment. I live on the water with a yard, offering a peaceful setting for pets to relax and enjoy their stay. I’m also a mom to a gentle and animal-loving 10-year-old, and together we create a warm, safe, and loving environment for every pet in our care. Your pet will be treated like family, and I’ll keep you updated with regular messages and photos so you always feel connected and reassured. I’d love to meet you and your pet!
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
Our 10 month old puppy adjusted well to being in a new environment because Michelle and her family were very welcoming and loving towards her. Would highly recommend.
This was our first time using Rover and Michelle and her family were amazing with our dog! They sent pictures and updates and made the whole process easy, comfortable, and stress free. Our dog seemed so happy and relaxed in the photos and has been great since we've been home. They treated our dog like their own and we will be back for sure. Thank you again 🩵
Michelle was absolutely wonderful! She took such great care of our dogs, and it was clear they had the best time with her. We felt completely at ease knowing they were in good hands. She was reliable, attentive, and went above and beyond. We will definitely be using her again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a caring and trustworthy sitter! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Schedule
Pet care fits very naturally into my daily routine. I work part-time from home, which allows me to be present, attentive, and flexible throughout the day for walks, feeding, playtime, and supervision. Because I stay local to the Apollo Beach area when running errands, I’m never far and can easily accommodate drop-in visits, walks, or check-ins as needed. At home, pets are part of the daily rhythm, receiving plenty of attention, structure, and a calm, safe environment. Overall, pet care is something I intentionally build into my routine, not something I try to fit in last-minute.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
In my home, I provide a calm, safe, and structured environment where pets are treated like part of the family. I maintain their regular feeding, walking, and sleep schedules as closely as possible to help them feel comfortable and secure. With my flexible, work-from-home schedule, pets receive consistent supervision, plenty of attention, and regular outdoor time in a safe setting. I also have experience with basic training and can reinforce good behaviors during their stay. When caring for pets in a client’s home, I focus on keeping their routine consistent and minimizing stress by maintaining the environment they are used to. I follow all care instructions closely, including feeding, exercise, medications, and any special needs. I’m respectful of each home and always prioritize clear communication, providing updates and photos so owners feel confident and connected.