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Mikey H.

5.0 out of 5 stars
17 repeat clients
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Mikey H.

5.0 out of 5 stars
17 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $40 per night

Highlights

Mikey has Star Sitter status!
Basic background check
30 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Accepts 1 client at a time

Pet care experience

It's very simple I LOVE DOGS!

I absolutely adore dogs, and my buddy Ripley can vouch for that! I've always had a furry friend by my side, and living in a dog-friendly neighborhood makes it even better. With the lakefront and park just a stone's throw away, there are endless opportunities for fun and exploration. People often call me a dog whisperer because I have a knack for making dogs feel comfortable. Ripley is super excited to meet you, and I promise you'll have a great time playing around the house with him, sharing the couch, and if he really takes a liking to you, he might even show you some dance moves. Here, it's all about the dogs!

Qualifications

17 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
80% bookings with photo updates
30 years of experience

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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51 ratings
Anthony N.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 12, 2026

Mikey is so responsive and my Ube really felt safe with him especially as I needed a sitter on short notice. Definitely will leave my dog with him the next time.

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Rebecca F.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • May 18, 2026

Mikey is, as far as we’re concerned, the reigning king of Rover. We cannot thank him enough for his flexibility, generosity and great care 🙏

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Rebecca F.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Apr 20, 2026

Mikey is our greatest discovery we’ve made on this app, and he will forever be our first choice for boarding our dear Daisy. Wishing him a Happy Birthday! 🥳

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Rebecca F.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Mar 30, 2026

Mikey is the kindest, most reliable sitter we’ve had the pleasure of finding on Rover. As long as he’s in Chicago, he will forever be our dog’s #1 pick.

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D K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Feb 23, 2026

Mikey always does a great job watching Bailey…thanks!

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Boarding • Feb 03, 2026

Mikey H. cancelled a booking 2 days before it was scheduled to begin.

Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I work from home and I am a musician. So, my schedule is usually flexible. I can generally work around changes in drop off and pickup changes easily.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I have a fenced in yard, with 7 foot wrought iron and wooden fences all around. It is an excellent and safe space for your dog to explore and romp around

Pets

A typical day

I have a fenced in yard, with 7 foot wrought iron and wooden fences all around. It is an excellent and safe space for your dog to explore and romp around. Plus, I am literally short minutes away from the park and lakefront.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only
Takes only 1 client at a time
Mikey can host up to 1 pet per night
I do not generally host dogs who are on medication schedules, have behavioral issues, and are not housebroken, or cannot be left at least for a four hour period.
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.