Zach M.
Zach M.
Highlights
Pet care experience
Active dog dad to two Mini Aussies
I grew up in Burlington, Vermont surrounded by dogs and have had them nearly my entire life. Today I have two Mini Australian Shepherds, Rosie and Chili, who keep me on my toes with their high energy, intelligence, and need for constant engagement. Because of them, I’m very comfortable caring for active breeds that require structured exercise, mental stimulation, and consistent routines. Our days include long walks, outdoor adventures, puzzle toys, tug-of-war, training reinforcement, and plenty of playtime balanced with calm downtime. A fun piece of my background — my mom bred Mini Aussies for six years, and I actually helped deliver and care for many of the litters. From puppies to senior dogs, I understand behavior, body language, and how to make pets feel safe, comfortable, and loved while their owners are away. I treat every dog like they’re part of my own pack.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
Zach was great. Helped us out last minute. So glad his Aussie shepherds bonded with our golden retriever. Clearly, Zach has some skills. Will definitely seek out his help again!
Zach is an incredibly attentive and caring dog owner. He has two mini Australian Shepherds that he regularly takes on long walks and plays frisbee with, so he truly understands the energy, attention, and engagement dogs need to be happy. He’s responsible and genuinely loves spending time with animals. You can tell his dogs are well cared for, active, and loved, which says everything about the kind of care he’d provide to others’ pets.
Zach was amazing! He was super responsive and even brought his pups along with him to give my dog added company. His communication was great along the way and always gave a daily update. Will def be hiring him again!
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Schedule
Pet care fits naturally into my daily routine because my lifestyle already revolves around my own dogs. Working from home helps a lot with this. I’m active, reliable, and organized, which allows me to provide dependable care whether that means drop-ins, walks, or extended stays.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
I take time to learn each dog’s personality, routines, triggers, and comfort level before care begins. In a client’s home, I respect established routines to keep pets feeling secure and stress-free. I closely supervise play, use secure leashing practices, and maintain awareness of surroundings during walks. With experience raising high-energy working breeds, I understand the importance of both physical exercise and mental stimulation to prevent anxiety or destructive behavior. I work in sales and constantly have my phone on me. I usually respond immediately unless I am in a meeting.
Pets
- 0 to 15 lbs16 to 40 lbs41 to 100 lbsDogs over 1 year oldNon-neutered males accepted, spayed females onlyNo females in heatZach can host up to 2 pets per night