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Michelle P.

Troy, NY

5.0 out of 5 stars
•1 review
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I'll hike with your dog!

Pet care experience

I care about each dog like they are my own. I have a wide array of experience hiking with dogs, monitoring playgroups, and administering medication to all types and sizes of dogs. From experience working at a dog hotel, I can provide health checks, I have groomed all types of dogs, and I am familiar with most dog foods. I love all kinds of dogs: small, large, purebred, mixed breeds, and even ones with special needs. I'm experienced with blind dogs, cleaning poop/vomit, behavior issues, and most anything else you can think of! I know how to create good enrichment for dogs who get bored easily and bark a lot. Each dog is different. I don't believe that any dog can be defined by his/her breed. To a certain extent, absolutely: Aussies and Germans are very loyal. Frenchies tend to be silly and super friendly. However, every dog is unique ans has his/her own personality. I have a lot of patience and I'm willing to work with any type of dog, cat, bird, reptile, or fish. I was my best friend's main cat sitter for 15 years, I have been rescuing birds for 20 years, and I am comfortable with just about any animal.

Reviews

Christine C.
House Sitting • Mar 30, 2024
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Michelle did a great job taking care of my pets and the house. All was tidy when I returned even though one dog peed on the floor regularly while I was gone (separation blues). Michelle kept up w laundering the bathroom rug and floor to clean up after the dog. Communication received quick responses from Michelle. I would definitely ask her to sit again.

About Michelle P.

Communication

87% response rate
Usually responds in within a few hours

Skills

13 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

I am always careful to get the animal's consent when it comes to touch or play. I have experience administering medication to dogs, birds, and fish as well as caring for senior dogs, cats, and birds. I follow detailed instructions very well and I'm great in an emergency.

Information Michelle P. would like to know about your pet

I would like to know the dog's temperament, any likes/dislikes, medical concerns, medications, and any important history. Please be as honest as possible. I have no breed preferences. My favorite breeds are German Shepherds, Frenchies, Australian Shepherds, Belgian Turvurens, Affenpinschers, and Huskies.

A typical day

I love to go hiking, so I may take your dog on a short hike. I know many good places in the area. We can play fetch and run around.

Services

House Sitting
in your home
AWAY
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
AWAY
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
AWAY

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 currently working part-time as a substitute teacher and am available at short notice for whatever you need! I am available for potty breaks, housesitting, and even traveling a bit as needed. I can do drop in and walk visits up to 10 miles outside of Troy. I am available for housesitting up to 55 miles outside of Troy depending on my schedule and how early in advance we can book.

About Michelle P.

Communication

87% response rate
Usually responds in within a few hours

Skills

13 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

I am always careful to get the animal's consent when it comes to touch or play. I have experience administering medication to dogs, birds, and fish as well as caring for senior dogs, cats, and birds. I follow detailed instructions very well and I'm great in an emergency.

Information Michelle P. would like to know about your pet

I would like to know the dog's temperament, any likes/dislikes, medical concerns, medications, and any important history. Please be as honest as possible. I have no breed preferences. My favorite breeds are German Shepherds, Frenchies, Australian Shepherds, Belgian Turvurens, Affenpinschers, and Huskies.

A typical day

I love to go hiking, so I may take your dog on a short hike. I know many good places in the area. We can play fetch and run around.

Location

Troy, NY

Michelle P.'s Neighborhood

Pets

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Michelle P.

Troy, NY

5.0 out of 5 stars
•1 review