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Michelle S.

Portsmouth, NH

5.0 out of 5 stars
•5 reviews
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Compassionate Pet Sitter

Pet care experience

As a cat mom, I realized the lack of sitters who specialize in cat care, cat patience and cat love. Cats are often misunderstood and labeled as "Independent". The reality is that they are slow to trust anyone but their owner and are extremely emotional. My goal is to make sure that your cat does not feel abandoned when you are away and give them the attention, love and care that they need. I lost both my boys, Taco in 2019 and Bozley in 2022 and I am the type of sitter I looked for: One with patience to administer oral meds or SubQ fluids, genuine attention and love to the pets, one who understands that cats need overnight care too and as many, detailed updates to their parent(s). I have worked as a pet sitter before and can provide care in the same manner for your dogs. I prefer older dog as the energy level of a young pup is not ideal for my back. I can do check Ins and overnights in my home or yours if we are the right fit for each other.

Reviews

Karen F.
Dog Boarding • Jul 03, 2022
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Winnie was as loved at home as with Michelle. She coaxed Winnie out of her shyness and gave her lots of attention, exercise and love. HIGHLY recommend. Will book again next time we visit my aunt and uncle.

Danielle B.
Sep 06, 2018

Michelle took care of my new 20 week old kitty named Cosmo when I went away for a long weekend for the first time when I went away for a long weekend. She exceeded my expectations of what a pet sitter can be. She communicated with me often to put my mind to ease since I felt guilty for leaving him. She was attentive, responsible, caring and punctual. I really appreciated how she sent me videos of him purring loudly while giving him affection. It was also nice to see videos of him being a hyper happy kitty so I knew he was getting playtime and stimulation. She shared with me that she takes care of pets she sits for the way she would like a pet sitter to take care of her cats. She is a very special and nurturing person!

Renata L.
Sep 06, 2018

Michelle loves animals and will take the best care of your fur-baby! She's great with my two pitbulls. She's responsible, caring and great to work with. Michelle will love your dog and care for him/her as if they're her own.

Toni G.
Sep 04, 2018

Michelle is an animal lover to the core. She has helped me numerous times with my little love bug and I can’t imagine leaving her in any one elses’s hands. Momo always loves to see her!

About Michelle S.

Communication

90% response rate
Usually responds in under 12 hours
100% bookings with photo updates

Skills

20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

I treat all pets as if they are my own. Having had dozens of sitters, I understand the need to have someone you trust, with your pet and also in your home. I am a responsible working adult and do this to help fill the void of cat sitters on the seacoast because it was always a challenge for me to find one. I was lucky enough to find 2 amazing sitters and want to provide the same care for others.

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Michelle S. would like to know about your pet

Meds, quirks, allergies, hiding spots . Overall I would like to understand what your pets needs are so that I can make them feel secure while you are away. If your profile is not complete, please include these details and pictures in your request

A typical day

Whatever your cat/ dog AND you, need is what I will provide!. My goal is to make sure your pet is cared for and feels loved and secure even when you are away and to ease any anxiety you have about leaving your pet.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
AWAY
House Sitting
in your home
AWAY
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
AWAY
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
AWAY
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
AWAY

Michelle can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time

Michelle can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

I work full time from home so there is some flexibility in times I can visit your furbaby. I am available some weekends with ample notice.

About Michelle S.

Communication

90% response rate
Usually responds in under 12 hours
100% bookings with photo updates

Skills

20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

I treat all pets as if they are my own. Having had dozens of sitters, I understand the need to have someone you trust, with your pet and also in your home. I am a responsible working adult and do this to help fill the void of cat sitters on the seacoast because it was always a challenge for me to find one. I was lucky enough to find 2 amazing sitters and want to provide the same care for others.

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Michelle S. would like to know about your pet

Meds, quirks, allergies, hiding spots . Overall I would like to understand what your pets needs are so that I can make them feel secure while you are away. If your profile is not complete, please include these details and pictures in your request

A typical day

Whatever your cat/ dog AND you, need is what I will provide!. My goal is to make sure your pet is cared for and feels loved and secure even when you are away and to ease any anxiety you have about leaving your pet.

Location

Portsmouth, NH

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Michelle S.

Portsmouth, NH

5.0 out of 5 stars
•5 reviews