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Michelle D.

Muskegon, MI

5.0 out of 5 stars
•54 reviews
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20 yr experience with large animals

Pet care experience

I grew up with dogs and found a passion with horses that lead me to obtain a career in animal care and training. I started my career at a local zoo where I learned about basic health care and the well-being of animals. From there I was inspired to learn more and found myself partaking in marine mammal internships around the country. Through this journey I have worked with a variety or animals such as cats, dogs, birds, sharks, snakes, sea turtles, sea lions, and dolphins. These opportunities have allowed me to better understand and assist with veterinary care such as blood draws and administering injections for insulin in a positive low stress manner. I absolutely love spending time with animals of all shapes and sizes!

Reviews

Autumn H.
Drop-In Visits • Dec 10, 2023
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Michelle did such a great job with my very active lab puppy! She sent pictures and videos as well as followed all care instructions. Was great at communicating with me , would highly recommend and will use again !

Lindsey B.
House Sitting • Dec 09, 2023
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The BEST! Keeps you informed and I know my pup is in the best hands!! Absolutely recommend!

Rhonda H.
Dec 14, 2021

Michelle sat for our dog, Henry in our home. He is going, high energy and quite frankly a lot of work, lol! She also cared for our 3 cats and an aged beta as well as my horses outside. I trust her implicitly. When Michelle is at our house and caring for my animals I can relax and enjoy our rare times away as I know they are in the best of hands. She checks in often with updates and pictures (which I love!) and genuinely cares for animals and it shows on how happy everyone was when I got home. I won’t use anyone else :)

Jacque E.
House Sitting • Sep 27, 2021
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WOW! Michelle was did an outstanding job taking care of dog Carla. She sent me videos and photos all weekend while I was out of town. Carla is a blue heeler and can be a handful, but not with Michelle. She sure made it easy to relax knowing she was taking good care of my dog! I'm totally using her services AGAIN!

About Michelle D.

Communication

12 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

The pups are ALWAYS supervised in a fenced yard and if taken on walks, leashes and harnesses are triple checked! I like to enter through the garage since it is a way to make sure there is extra security while entering the home.

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, 1 cat
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Michelle D. would like to know about your pet

I like to get to know the dogs routine to make sure they are the most comfortable. Understanding any medications or health issues is also a priority!

A typical day

The beach is one of my favorite places because I see so many dogs enjoying the moment. Trail walks are another good spot to get their energy out.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$90per night
House Sitting
in your home
$90per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$30per visit
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
$50per day
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$30per walk

Michelle can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs
No females in heat

Michelle can watch in your home

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

Availability

I am working on starting a full time pet care and dog walking business so all of my focus is on clients and their pets!

Available
Not available
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Calendar last updated 4 days ago
Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About Michelle D.

Communication

12 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

The pups are ALWAYS supervised in a fenced yard and if taken on walks, leashes and harnesses are triple checked! I like to enter through the garage since it is a way to make sure there is extra security while entering the home.

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, 1 cat
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Michelle D. would like to know about your pet

I like to get to know the dogs routine to make sure they are the most comfortable. Understanding any medications or health issues is also a priority!

A typical day

The beach is one of my favorite places because I see so many dogs enjoying the moment. Trail walks are another good spot to get their energy out.

Location

Muskegon, MI

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Pets

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Michelle D.

Muskegon, MI

5.0 out of 5 stars
•54 reviews