Michelle L.
Greenfield, MA
Services
Prices include all fees.
Michelle can care for
Availability
I am available for evening visits and all day on my days off. I currently am working as a baker at big y 5 days a week but I miss working with animals and want to be able to enjoy both the security of my current job and to do pet care which I also love!
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About Michelle L.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I am renting so can only offer services at your home but have an incredibly dog friendly dog of my own if a play date is something you would be interested in. I will respect any instructions you have about entering your home and will keep it safe and secure. I am adaptable and can do whatever you prefer that makes your pets day the best day ever! This can be playtime inside or outside or walks.
Information Michelle L. would like to know about your pet
I would love to know what makes your pet happy and what makes them uncomfortable. If your pet is apprehensive with strangers I find that meeting them with you present is the best way to gain their trust. I need to know any allergies or dietary restrictions. For cats I would like to know how they like to be interacted with and any no touch spots and any preferred toys. For dogs I would love to know where they like to walk and what their preferred toys and treats are. If you use specific words for training I have found that using the same words is very helpful as well.
A typical day
I would love to provide walks through the neighborhood or I can bring dogs to a trail nearby and bring them on a walk in the woods. I can also do backyard playtime and feedings. For cats I can do whatever the cat would prefer me to do, whether that is playtime or affection or just to feed them and get out of their space. I feel comfortable administering medications and can also work with special needs pets.
Location
Greenfield, MA
Pets
Looking for new clients!
Pet care experience
Hello! Thank you for considering me as a new best friend for your fur baby! I will provide excellent care with my experience and understanding of animal behavior. I have been pet sitting since I was 12 years old. I worked for a dog walking and pet sitting company for 7 years and I also worked for 2 dog daycares and a mobile vaccine clinic for dogs and cats. I also have a degree in animal science. I am available in the evenings for dog walking or cats that only need one visit a day or any pet sitting in the evening if your morning person is unavailable for an evening visit and throughout the whole day on my days off. I work in the mornings as a baker and am home by 2:30 everyday.
Cat care experience
Michelle also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Reviews
The dogs had a great time with Michelle! She was very flexible in taking a last minute appointment.
Michelle came to walk our dogs and is kind, responsive, and very caring for her clients. They were always very happy to see her for walks and she was very flexible and communicative when it came to scheduling. I would definitely recommend Michelle if you are considering a dog walker in the area.
I highly recommend Michelle! She is friendly, reliable and LOVES animals. We call on Michelle to take care of our chickens, goats, and cat when we are away. She always responds to us and sends us updates on the animals so we can see how everyone is doing. We always feel at ease when we leave knowing that our animals are in great hands!
Michelle has looked after my dog and cat for many years. It has been very reassuring for me to have Michelle as I trust her entirely with their care. She texts me photos and a little note about how they’re doing. Especially as they age I appreciate her thoughtfulness.
About Michelle L.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I am renting so can only offer services at your home but have an incredibly dog friendly dog of my own if a play date is something you would be interested in. I will respect any instructions you have about entering your home and will keep it safe and secure. I am adaptable and can do whatever you prefer that makes your pets day the best day ever! This can be playtime inside or outside or walks.
Information Michelle L. would like to know about your pet
I would love to know what makes your pet happy and what makes them uncomfortable. If your pet is apprehensive with strangers I find that meeting them with you present is the best way to gain their trust. I need to know any allergies or dietary restrictions. For cats I would like to know how they like to be interacted with and any no touch spots and any preferred toys. For dogs I would love to know where they like to walk and what their preferred toys and treats are. If you use specific words for training I have found that using the same words is very helpful as well.
A typical day
I would love to provide walks through the neighborhood or I can bring dogs to a trail nearby and bring them on a walk in the woods. I can also do backyard playtime and feedings. For cats I can do whatever the cat would prefer me to do, whether that is playtime or affection or just to feed them and get out of their space. I feel comfortable administering medications and can also work with special needs pets.
Michelle L.
Greenfield, MA