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Mike H.

5.0 out of 5 stars
37 repeat clients
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Mike H.

5.0 out of 5 stars
37 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $45 per night

Highlights

Mike has Star Sitter status!
Basic background check
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication
Special needs experience

Pet care experience

Home away from home for all pups!

I am a professional dog trainer with a passion for bringing out the best version of each dog that I work with. I strive to create a customized experience that fits the needs and personality of each dog in my care. I have experience with various breeds including high-energy and working dogs. My goal is to give each dog a safe and secure environment that will promote physical and mental health, confidence, and engagement through positive reinforcement and personalized activities unique to each dog.

Qualifications

37 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
4 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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87 ratings
Liz L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • juin 08, 2026

My puppy Reef had so much fun with Mike and his dogs! Felt so bad leaving him since he’s only 4 months old but he had the best time and will definitely be using Mike again when needed. I can tell since Reef is back home that Mike kept up with his training and really appreciate that. Mike communicated often and sent some great pictures!

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Kimberly R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • juin 07, 2026

My dogs were very well cared for. Thanks Mike!

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Shawn H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • mai 24, 2026

Mike was easy to work with and Bandit was well taken care of!

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Joseph L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • avr. 20, 2026

the dog didn't want to leave!!

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chris w.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • avr. 07, 2026

Awesome with our pups and they loved them

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Kelly F.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • avr. 01, 2026

Our pups loved being with Mike. He took great care of them with lots of exercise and long walks!

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Schedule

I currently work as a dog trainer in the Mooresville area. I am able to return home throughout the day to let out dogs as needed. I am done with work around lunch every day, so that I am able to spend all afternoon interacting with dogs in my care.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

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

Safety, trust & environment

My main concern is the safety of any pet in my care. I have extensive experience with providing a safe environment for various types of dogs. I prefer to kennel any dog that I am not actively supervising. However, I also have a puppy-proofed spare room for any dogs that are not crate trained. I am skilled at supervising dogs off-leash in a fenced-in area but I do not allow dogs to be off-leash while on walks or trips to any area that is not highly secure. My goal is to provide an environment that is healthy and very safe for any type of dog with any personality.

Pets

A typical day

I believe that my ability to offer a customized experience for any dog is what makes my services stand out from the rest. I have experience with a wide variety of dogs with particular needs and interests. I prefer to bring out the natural personality of each dog by allowing time for each dog to become familiar with me and their environment. Once I have established a relationship with the dog in my care, I like to try out various activities that are safe and stimulating for the particular dog that I am working with. Some examples may include playing tug, obedience and trick training, scent detection, fetch, and social interaction. I like to offer each dog the opportunity to express their personality through safe and healthy outlets. If a dog prefers activities that are not safe (ie. chasing cars) then I will channel that same energy and motivation into a different activity that is productive and safe.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Mike can host up to 4 pets per night
I prefer to know about any health/safety concerns and medications with every dog. I like to know about the history and general temperament of each dog as well as the daily schedule that the dog is accustomed to. This allows me to match each dog's schedule and reduce any stress that may come with a new environment. I also prefer to know about the general likes and dislikes of each dog when playing and interacting with humans or other animals.
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.