Michelle Z.
Michelle Z.
Contact for Boarding
from $55 per night
Highlights
Pet care experience
Pawsitively the best walk in town!
I work from home most days, which means your pup gets steady attention, potty breaks, and plenty of play instead of being left alone. I have been the go to pet sitter and walker for friends and family for years, so I am comfortable with all kinds of dogs and their routines. I treat every dog in my care exactly like my own, and I am happy to send photo and text updates so you always know your baby is happy and safe. Feel free to reach out with any questions or to set up a meet and greet!
Cat care experience
Michelle also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
★★★★★ Michelle was amazing! She went above and beyond, kept me updated with pictures, and took such great care of Louie. I felt completely comfortable knowing he was in good hands. I would highly recommend Michelle and would absolutely have her watch Louie again!
Michelle has been so amazing with my dog, and I genuinely feel really comfortable leaving him in her care. She always keeps me updated with pictures, which I really appreciate, and my dog comes back happy every single time❤️ I’ve used her multiple times now because she’s reliable, easy to communicate with, and always willing to work around my schedule. You can tell she really cares about the dogs she looks after, and I’d definitely trust her again and recommend her to anyone looking for a great walker or sitter!
Michelle has helped dog-sit my dog multiple times while I’ve been out of town, and I couldn’t recommend her more! She is incredibly reliable, caring, and attentive, and I always feel completely at ease knowing my dog is in her care. She goes above and beyond to make sure he is happy, comfortable, and well taken care of. I’m so grateful to have someone I trust with my dog.
Michelle has done a fantastic job watching over my cats, Luna and Snow. They’re typically very hesitant towards new people around the house, but she was super patient and made it easy for them to warm up to her. Thank you for all the help over the years!
Michelle was amazing when I left her in the care of my two dogs! She was very attentive to their needs and kept me updated throughout the week since I was out of town. She even sent pictures and videos! I highly recommend her.
We were so nervous about leaving our new puppy for full days while we worked, but Michelle made the whole thing effortless. She works from home, so our little guy was never alone for long. She kept him on his feeding and potty schedule, wore him out with play breaks, and even helped reinforce some of his early training. Throughout the day she sent the sweetest photos and updates, from zoomies in the living room to puppy naps in the sun. He came home happy, tired, and clearly well loved. Michelle treated him like her own from day one.
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Schedule
Since I work from home most days, pet care fits naturally into my routine with walks, potty breaks, and play throughout the day. I live in Long Island City with a dog park just one or two blocks away, so evening walks and playtime are part of my everyday plan. I can offer daytime doggy care on my work from home days and am always open to scheduling a meet and greet first🐾❤️
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
Your pet's safety is my top priority, whether I am caring for them in my home or yours. I live in a spacious, secure building in Long Island City with a dog park just a block or two away, so there is plenty of room to play and easy access to outdoor time. I keep a clean, hazard free space and stay attentive during walks, always keeping dogs leashed and away from traffic. Since I work from home most days, your pet is rarely left alone and always has someone watching over them. I am happy to follow any routines, house rules, or special instructions you provide.
A typical day
A typical day is all about keeping your pup happy and engaged. Since I work from home, we take breaks throughout the day for walks, play, and plenty of belly rubs. We head to the dog park just a block or two away to burn off energy and sniff out all the new smells, and I mix in games and gentle training to keep their mind busy too. Between adventures, there is always time for a good nap and a cuddle. By evening, your dog is happy, worn out, and well loved.
- 0 to 15 lbs16 to 40 lbsSpayed and neutered dogs onlyNo females in heatMichelle can host up to 1 pet per night
- Every dog is different, so before we start I love to learn about your pup's personality, energy level, and routine. Please let me know about any special needs, medications, allergies, feeding schedules, or behaviors I should be aware of, along with any commands they know or things that make them nervous. The more you share, the better I can keep them comfortable, safe, and happy. I am happy to follow any house rules or specific instructions you have, and a meet and greet beforehand is a great way to make sure your dog feels at ease with me.