Michelle W.
Yorktown, VA
Services
Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.
Michelle can care for
Availability
🗓️Availability Pet Sitting (Drop-in) Visits: Daily, 8 AM-7 PM Dog Walks M-F, 10AM-2 PM Overnights (Housesitting): Daily, 5-7pm est. arrival thru 9-11am est. departure + 1 midday visit) ‼️Scheduling I honor appointments during time blocks, rather than specific times, with special needs and outdoor potty breaks taking precedence, as follows: ☀️Morning: 8-10:30 AM 🌙Mid-day: 11 AM-4:30 PM 🌖Evening: 5-7 PM Dog Walks: M-F, 10 AM-2 PM Dog walks may be shortened during inclement weather/severe heat. I will spend the remainder of the visit time inside playing with your pet. 🔑KEYS Recommended options include any combo of key lock boxes, unique door entry codes, hidden keys, etc. (Please be aware that electronic locks commonly fail, and that having a backup key available via lockbox is always strongly recommended). Two available points of entry are recommended (ie garage code + lock box).
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About Michelle W.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
💁🏻♀️About Me I am a former opera singer, military band vocalist, and communication non-profit board member/media manager. To gain professional experience, I have also worked in grooming and boarding and volunteer with a cat rescue group. I have always been passionate about kindness to animals and Meowchelle’s Staycay is my professional employment. Much gratitude to all of my amazing clients and your wonderful pets! You truly are my extended family. 💕
Information Michelle W. would like to know about your pet
⛑️Medical Please let me know if your pet has any medical or behavioral issues to look out for so that I can provide the best care possible. This would include animal or people aggression, upset tummy/accidents, seizures, respiratory illnesses, food allergies, etc. Please provide veterinary and emergency contact information (someone in town with a key to your home). I do keep local emergency vet info in my phone. I always recommend *written care instructions, food/medication labels if possible, and photos of your pets in your profile. Photos are important for dispensing medication, following feeding instructions, and for use in case of escape! Please leave out your cat carriers in case of emergency. You may also wish to leave a credit card on file with your veterinarian. Upon your return, please let me know you have arrived safely and your pets are back under your care.
A typical day
Dog Walks: A Typical Day Every pet is unique and I will tailor each walk to fit the animal. Most dogs require some combination of structure and a sniff-venture. In extreme weather, walks will be shortened for the safety of your pet and walker, with the remaining time spent at your home with your pet. I will be sure to inform you of anything notable and provide message/photo updates. Drop-in Visits/Housesitting: A Typical Day I will provide food and water changes, bowl cleaning, litter scooping/potty breaks, waste disposal, and message/photo updates. I will also provide brushing, pets, and playing. However, I will follow the pet’s lead and respect their comfort level for interaction. I will notify you if anything out of the ordinary happens, such as appetite change, vomiting, potty accidents, etc., so that you can be aware of their health and mood while you are away. I will also bring in any packages and I’m happy to bring in mail if you like, water gardens, and pull garbage cans back in.
Location
Yorktown, VA
Pets
Michelle W. has Star Sitter status
The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.
🐶🐱1st Aid/CPR + insured pro
Pet care experience
Hello! I am a published industry professional with a true passion for animal care—that’s why I do this full-time. I will love and respect your animals and your home! I am extremely reliable and will send you lots of photos. 🐾 ✅Skills Eye, ear, oral medications* Insulin injections Pet First Aid certified (live course) Independently insured ✅ Experience Fur, feathers, fins, and scales! Cat shelter volunteer/foster Trap-neuter-return (TNR) feral cat volunteer Boarding facility cat care specialist Grooming salon professional dog bather Published in National Association of Professional Pet Sitters (NAPPS) Magazine, Fall 2023 *Please notify me ahead of time if your pets require special care. I’ve cared for blind, diabetic, epileptic, and otherwise ill or special needs pets (though I am not a veterinary professional). I specialize in cats as well as timid, rescue, and senior pets.* I am also highly skilled in lost pet recovery. *Please share any special needs/attributes in advance so we can plan the best care for your pet. ———- Meowchelle’s Staycay, LLC 🐱🐶🐰🐢🦜🐟 Providing you with compassionate pet sitting in Hampton, Newport News, Poquoson, York County, and Williamsburg with expertise in cats, rescues, and elderly pets. You can relax knowing your precious fur-kids are in my care. Don’t lift a leg - I’ll come to you!
Cat care experience
Michelle also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Reviews
Michelle was great. We were able to book with her on short notice and it worked out perfect. I would recommend her and will definitely use her in the future.
Michelle was amazing. We have never used an in home pet sitter and were a little anxious. Michelle responded promptly if we checked in and sent pictures letting us know that the dogs were doing well. We came home to a clean house and happy well cared for dogs.
Michelle is the absolute best!!!
Michelle is just pure AWESOMENESS!!
About Michelle W.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
💁🏻♀️About Me I am a former opera singer, military band vocalist, and communication non-profit board member/media manager. To gain professional experience, I have also worked in grooming and boarding and volunteer with a cat rescue group. I have always been passionate about kindness to animals and Meowchelle’s Staycay is my professional employment. Much gratitude to all of my amazing clients and your wonderful pets! You truly are my extended family. 💕
Information Michelle W. would like to know about your pet
⛑️Medical Please let me know if your pet has any medical or behavioral issues to look out for so that I can provide the best care possible. This would include animal or people aggression, upset tummy/accidents, seizures, respiratory illnesses, food allergies, etc. Please provide veterinary and emergency contact information (someone in town with a key to your home). I do keep local emergency vet info in my phone. I always recommend *written care instructions, food/medication labels if possible, and photos of your pets in your profile. Photos are important for dispensing medication, following feeding instructions, and for use in case of escape! Please leave out your cat carriers in case of emergency. You may also wish to leave a credit card on file with your veterinarian. Upon your return, please let me know you have arrived safely and your pets are back under your care.
A typical day
Dog Walks: A Typical Day Every pet is unique and I will tailor each walk to fit the animal. Most dogs require some combination of structure and a sniff-venture. In extreme weather, walks will be shortened for the safety of your pet and walker, with the remaining time spent at your home with your pet. I will be sure to inform you of anything notable and provide message/photo updates. Drop-in Visits/Housesitting: A Typical Day I will provide food and water changes, bowl cleaning, litter scooping/potty breaks, waste disposal, and message/photo updates. I will also provide brushing, pets, and playing. However, I will follow the pet’s lead and respect their comfort level for interaction. I will notify you if anything out of the ordinary happens, such as appetite change, vomiting, potty accidents, etc., so that you can be aware of their health and mood while you are away. I will also bring in any packages and I’m happy to bring in mail if you like, water gardens, and pull garbage cans back in.
Michelle W.
Yorktown, VA