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Michelle H.

5.0 out of 5 stars
15 repeat clients
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Michelle H.

5.0 out of 5 stars
15 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $35 per visit

Highlights

Basic background check
30 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Experienced, loving, personal care

I'm an experienced animal caregiver who has worked with many dogs, cats, and other pets over the years in a home setting and a veterinary setting before moving to Seattle. My experience, personal attention to detail, calm personality and love for animals creates a balanced combination of skills when it comes to caring for your four legged family members. Working at home also allows for quality care time for your pets. During my life I've had a petsitting service for 16 years caring for dogs, cats, and other pets of many different breeds, personalities, ages and size. I've also worked in canine training and understand animal behavior. There's value in the years of experience I have caring for animals. Each pet has their own personality and preferences, like we do. Keeping their life as normal as possible, providing comfortable surroundings, personal attention, and sincere, tender, loving care are all important and always my first priority!

Cat care experience

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Cats know their value!

Michelle also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Qualifications

15 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds within a few hours
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Safety, trust & environment

Your home is your pets' sanctuary. It is their place of comfort and safety. I understand how important security and maintaining a safe, calm environment is to their and your sense of well being. I am safety conscious and think ahead when caring for animals. Keeping their personalities in mind when moving throughout the house and handling them allows me to adjust to serve their needs and help them feel secure.

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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19 ratings
Julie B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jan 01, 2020

As always, we can go away knowing that Max is in good hands. Michelle has been a godsend to us and we can’t thank her enough for the loving care that she provides for our dog Max.

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Julie B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Sep 25, 2019

As always Max was in good hands with Michelle. We love the feedback and pics she sends and know he is very well cared for!

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Julie B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Aug 24, 2019

Michelle has been awesome with our dog Max! We are so very lucky to have found her. When we go away and require Michelle’s services, our minds are at ease because we know Max is in good hands!

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Julie B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Aug 04, 2019

What a great experience with Michelle! She was in continual contact with us and took very good care of our “Max.”

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Suzanne G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jul 07, 2019

Michelle was amazing....again! Our timid senior dog was happy and relaxed when we returned. We appreciated daily pictures and updates. Michelle left the house spotless and our plants were watered and healthy. We highly recommend Michelle.

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Michael K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Aug 07, 2018

Easy and excellent person to work with. No problems at all. I wish she was also a carpenter and an HVAC technician.

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I schedule my time conscientiously so that I am available to spend time playing and properly caring for your pets. That is the whole point to in-home care. Keeping an animal's life as close to their usual daily routine as possible is important and my goal.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Michelle can host up to 2 drop-ins per day
It's essential to hear the details about your pets' health and personalities in order to provide them with the best experience and comfort. Knowing their preferences like favorite toys, games, walking areas, food routines and treats is part of making them feel cared for and safe. Many pets are creatures of habit, like us. Keeping things routine for them is important to helping them feel comfortable. Understanding their medical information is another important part of care.
Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.