Michelle F.
Michelle F.
Highlights
Pet care experience
dog carer-works @ animal rights org
I’ve been walking and caring for dogs for ages. I’ve also worked at an animal rights charity since 2015 because animals have a huge place in my heart and I care deeply for their well-being. If I see a dog at a restaurant or venue who doesn’t have a water dish, I’ll always get them one. I have so much empathy for animals it hurts. With me, your dog will get long walks, lots of attention, and be well cared for and engaged. I take them with me everywhere they can come and make sure they get their own dedicated walks and sniffing time. At home, they get as many cuddles as they want - I always read their cues and follow their lead. I make sure they always have a full water dish, are fed on time, and I can give them medicine, if needed. If dogs like being pet, scratched, or massaged, that's what they get from me until my hands fall off. My flat has a nice size shared garden in the back that gets lots of sunlight, and it’s fenced in.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
Michelle was an incredible sitter for Toffee! Sent so many photos and videos and always kept us updated. Looks like Toffee might have had a better holiday than we did! Thank you so much Michelle - will 100% book again!
Piper had a good time with Michelle and tried to eat her out of house and home.. the greedy wee spaniel! She loved the local walks and being off lead as well as a dip in the river to cool off. Michelle kept us updated with news and photos. Thanks Michelle!
Magnolia really enjoyed her stay with Michelle!! Michelle was communicative and provided amazing updates while Magnolia stayed with her. She took Magnolia on some fun outings around town and to the park. I am sure Magnolia cannot wait to stay with Michelle again 🐶
Michelle was amazing with our dog Freddie. She was keeping me updated with photos and making sure all his needs were met. Michelle took Freddie on long walks. Freddie was happy and relaxed when I picked him up. I highly recommend her services and will definitely trust her again in the future! Thank you!
Michelle was absolutely fantastic with my dog Gus! She was super accommodating as it was our first time boarding him via Rover, she even met us for a quick pre-meet to ensure the fit was right. Gus immediately felt comfortable and at ease with Michelle, she kept us super up to date with all their adventures, and Gus had a wonderful time. Michelle was really accommodating with any specific instructions, and was really thorough and caring. I would definitely use Michelle again for any boarding/ dog care needs! Thank you for taking such good care of Gus :)
Michelle was wonderful with my dog Rosalía. She took great care of her and kept me updated with messages and photos throughout the stay. I felt completely at ease knowing Rosalía was in such good hands. Highly recommended!!
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Schedule
I work from home 9 to 5 Monday to Friday so it’s flexible. I take them out 5 times a day starting at 7:30am and ending at 10pm. I have them settled for sleep by 10:30. In the evenings I go to the gym at 5:30 and am away for about 90 mins total, unless otherwise specified. I leave the music on for them, softly. Other than that I’m with the dog the whole time.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
I’m very close to lots of green spaces including St Marks park, Eyre st park, and some gorgeous trails. Aside from garden breaks, I do one to two big walks, depending if they pull or can go off lead. My flat has a fenced in garden so we visit frequently and I never have them go more than 4 hours without a potty break. I’m very happy to send you updates however frequently you like. I usually do one midday and another in the evening, but can tailor it depending on length of their stay and your preference.
A typical day
I take the dogs out the moment I wake up, around 7:30am. On a work day, I take them out again around 11:30 on a big walk (30 to 45 mins), and if they can go off lead, then to a park and play fetch. If not, I stick to trails. I take them to the garden again around 4, then another bigger walk around 7pm, and then a garden trip before bed, around 10pm. After the last trip I get them settled in the living room, either on the couch or in their dog bed. Unless they have a specific eating schedule, I typically do breakfast for them at 9am and dinner at 5pm. On the weekends, we’re walking all the time and I bring them with me everywhere they’re allowed to come ie st James centre, John Lewis, Boots, PCY, Starlight, new town pharmacy, and pubs (I don’t drink when I have a dog). I like to take them for adventures to st Andrew’s sq, Holyrood park, and Inverleith park, having big outings so when we’re at home they’re settled and chilling.