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Michelle S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
33 repeat clients
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Michelle S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
33 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

$100 total per night

These prices are for 1 dog, including a booking fee of 11%.

Highlights

Michelle has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
23 years of experience
Home full time
Can administer medication
Special needs experience

Pet care experience

I love all fur-babies!

Hi furball-loving friends! A little bit about me and my qualifications for taking care of your 🦮🐈‍⬛ child: I grew up with 2 dogs and 2 cats (as well as bunnies, hamsters and fish). Our cats growing up were more independent and not super into cuddles, but they got along with our dogs very well. One of our dogs was a Lhasa apso and the other was a beautiful, quirky and almost too friendly mix of husky, shepherd and probably quite a few other breeds. She was the love of my life and we used to joke that she would be a terrible guard dog because she simply loved everyone. She passed away from cancer over 10 years ago. With all of these animals growing up there was always something to do, so I am well-versed in walks, cleaning up after pets, cleaning litter boxes, play time, applying or giving medication orally, basic dog training and managing individual personalities and interactions between animals. Since then, I have also been a dog and cat-aunt to countless friends and roommates, and have enjoyed stepping in to care for them whenever necessary! My friends and family can attest to the fact that I am always eager to take and share cute photos of their pets. I understand how hard it is to leave them at home and would not need to be asked to share updates throughout the day. Just let me know the frequency you prefer and I am more than happy to oblige! ☺️

Cat care experience

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100's of cat photos on my phone.

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

Qualifications

33 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
23 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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125 ratings
Mariko L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Aug 27, 2026

Michelle is amazing! She's everything you'd want in someone taking care of your fur baby - attentive, responsive, thoughtful, communicative, and reliable. She took the time to really understand our dog's personality and needs, and she's fantastic about communicating the timing and details of every walk. We couldn't recommend her more highly!

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Maya T.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Aug 09, 2026

Michelle was great - detailed updates each visit, photos and videos, and really put in a lot of effort to make sure our cat was cared for every time.

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Nandita & Mark K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jul 30, 2026

Michelle was communicative and great with our girl Carrot! She made sure that Carrot finished her food, which was so appreciated.

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Darcy T.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jul 18, 2026

Such good care for our cats! Even when one cat developed an allergy and unexpectedly needed some meds while we were away, Michelle took excellent care of her. Will be happy to use again.

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Angie B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Jul 03, 2026

Michelle was absolutely amazing! While we were traveling for 10 days, our dog stayed with my elderly mom, who has difficulty walking. Michelle made sure our pup got a great walk each day, lots of love, and exceptional care the entire time. Knowing our dog was in such good hands gave us complete peace of mind while we were away. I couldn’t have imagined a better experience with Rover. Five stars isn’t enough—I’d give Michelle 50 stars if I could!

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Jimmy G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Jun 20, 2026

Michelle was exceptional. Very caring, attentive and enthusiastic. Our dog was lucky to have her!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I work from home and my schedule is very flexible. I would love the opportunity to help those individuals who have more rigid schedules ensure that their fur-babies are well taken care of during the day (and while on vacation).

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Safety, trust & environment

My boyfriend and I just adopted our own pup last October. He’s such a sweetie and loves everyone! I live in an apartment with plenty of space for a dog to roam, and as I work from home, I can provide them with company and supervision throughout the day.

Pets

A typical day

It is important to make sure first and foremost that your pet is comfortable and feels safe in their environment. Once they have a chance to acclimate to the space, making sure there is mental stimulation, and opportunities to exert themselves is necessary. I love playing with both dogs and cats and I live in a great neighborhood for taking dogs on walks - with plenty of parks and trails close by.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time
Michelle can host up to 1 pet per night
I would like to know if your pet has any past trauma or if they are reactive in specific situations. For instance, seeing or meeting other dogs on walks. Also knowing if your pet is food possessive and/or food motivated is helpful to know beforehand. If you are working on any specific aspects of training please let me know so I can make sure they have consistency and keep them on track.
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.

These prices are for 1 dog, including a booking fee of 11%.