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Michelle W.

Star Sitter

Newport News, VA

5 out of 5.0 stars
324 reviews
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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.

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Pet care experience

Hello! Please be advised that a Rover glitch has caused my review count to reset. Please note I have around 350 5-star reviews (still visible). ⭐️ I am a published industry professional with a true passion for animal care—that’s why I do it every single day. It’s not a side hustle, it is what drives me. I will love and respect your animals and your home! 🐾 ✅Skills Eye, ear, oral medications* Subcutaneous injections (includes insulin)* Pet First Aid certified Fully insured through Pet Sitters Associates ✅ 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, 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, and York County 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

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

Reviews

Megan S.
Drop-In Visits • Jul 08, 2025
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Always super reliable!

Tony H.
Drop-In Visits • Jul 07, 2025
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Great job as always!

Kendall M.
Drop-In Visits • Jul 06, 2025
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Thank you again Michelle!

Brad G.
Drop-In Visits • Jun 23, 2025
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Michelle is always a delight and then some. She is a whisperer and photographer. When I go on vacation she is the first one I message to watch my kitties, she is super communicative and friendly! As long as I am in the area I recommend her 100%!

About Michelle W.

Communication

57 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

27 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

💁🏻‍♀️About Me I am a former opera singer, military band vocalist, and communication non-profit board member/media manager. 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 and pull garbage cans back in.

Services

House Sitting
in your home
$99per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$25per visit
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$25per walk

Michelle can watch in your home

Cats

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 (midday visits additional) ‼️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

57 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

27 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

💁🏻‍♀️About Me I am a former opera singer, military band vocalist, and communication non-profit board member/media manager. 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 and pull garbage cans back in.

Location

Newport News, VA

Michelle W.'s Neighborhood

Pets

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Michelle W.

Star Sitter

Newport News, VA

5 out of 5.0 stars
324 reviews