Michelle D.
Michelle D.
Highlights
Pet care experience
Animal Rescuer with 11yr experience
I‘ve rescued, fostered and placed animals from different species in homes since 11 years ago. It all started with my soul dog who made me get into dog training and ethology. More animals came into my life and continued to taught me how to properly take care for disabled and senior animals who had terminal cancer, seizures, and mobility issues. As well as different species of animals that urgently needed veterinary care and new homes like bearded dragons, turtles, rats, chickens, cows and fish. I‘m surrounded by a community of animal rescuers who have taught me a lot on how to help more animals and educate the public about their needs and challenges. It‘s very important for pet parents to leave their animals at the hands of people who understand that these pets are family members and each of them is unique and deserves to be given the best care and life possible.
Cat care experience
Michelle also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
Michelle is very warm and playful with our dog, Chata. She currently takes him on adventures with a couple other dogs once a week and he is happy and tired afterwards! She has been walking him since the end of June and Chata had no problems acclimating to Michelle.
Michelle is sooo wonderful with our dog! Michelle has a very kind presence and our dog, Rory, loved her immediately. She has watched Rory several times including for a 9-day stay while we were on vacation. Rory is a 1-year-old Husky mix so she's very high-energy and can be a handful, but she's also a super sweet pup. We love that Michelle sees and appreciates her sweetness, and meets her needs by taking her out for tons of exercise and play time to burn off some of that Husky energy. Michelle sends us lots of pictures during Rory's stays with her and we can see that Rory is happy and loved when she's with her. Thank you, Michelle!!
Michelle did a great job with our new puppy, highly recommend!
Michelle has taken my dog, Ruffi a few times for walks and adventures and my dog simply loves her. I highly recommend Michele to other pet owners!
Michelle is an incredibly reliable Dogsitter and human! Michelle has watched my dogs while I’ve been out of town. She’s communicative, kind, and helpful. When I leave my dogs with her I don’t worry at all and I highly recommend her! She’s also an advocate for animals as she volunteers for animal shelters and etc. happy to know and recommend her!!
I've trusted Michelle to watch my dog Greg on multiple occasions, and every time, I've been impressed by her professionalism and reliability. What really stands out is how much Greg loves seeing her, his excitement says it all. You can tell he feels safe and cared for when he's with her. If you're looking for someone who treats your pet like their own, Michelle is exceptional. Highly recommend!
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Schedule
I‘m currently available most days of the week, and trying to get consistent pups that I can take on adventures with others at least twice a week. I‘m also available for boarding and house sitting. I train tuesdays-fridays at night for an hour. I like to do multiple walks and exercise at selected parks around berkeley and oakland.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
I live in a 1b-1ba apartment with a big cemented balcony in an apartment building. All my windows and balcony door have a screen. My door goes to a carpeted hallway with other apartments so there‘s no possibility of escaping accidents. I also have a 360 camera at my apartment which I use for monitoring.