Michelle

Michelle H.

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Experienced, reliable, trustworthy providing professional gold standard care.

4 repeat guests
43 reviews
Accepts Repeat Weekly Bookings for:
Dog Walking, House Visiting, Pet Day Care
Response rate: 99%
Last seen 1 day ago
About Michelle
Some people call me a "dog whisperer" and I do talk dog (and cat but on their terms of course). Animals are my people. (I have also trained horses in the past and owned rabbits, turtles, birds and cats.) Although I love many different animals, dogs are usually drawn to me, including out and about on the streets.

I have over 10 years experience as a professional house sitter and pet sitter in Melbourne and Sunshine Coast, so plenty of references available.

As a lifelong animal lover, I was the kid at school that knew the local RSPCA's phone number by heart and arranged the class school trips from a young age. As an adult I voluntarily trained RSPCA dogs who were up for adoption to increase their chances of finding a home.

I'm an experienced dog trainer in competitive circles in both dog obedience and agility, and have competed (and placed) at national level in New Zealand.

I have also assisted in training classes of 20 people and 20 dogs for local canine training clubs in New Zealand and was at the club 5 days a week and competed around the country every weekend. I also sat on the committee of the Otago Canine Training Club, although most of my dog training jobs currently are more domestic and behavioural in nature.

A few things to note:

PLEASE ADD WALKS TO THE BOOKING (IF YOU HAVE A DOG) AND REVIEW THE PRICE BEFORE MAKING CONTACT.

PLEASE NOTE THAT PRICES INCREASE DURING PEAK HOLIDAY PERIODS, AS WITH MOST SITTERS.
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Owns pets
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Pets Accepted
Small Dog
Medium Dog
Large Dog
Giant Dog
Puppy
Cat
Bird
Rabbit /
Guinea Pig
Michelle's Home
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Fenced backyard
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Household
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Pets sleep indoors
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Pets sleep outdoors
Policy
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Cancellation: Moderate
A full refund will be offered to Pet Owners if they cancel up until 7 days before the booking at 12 noon. After which Pet Owners will be charged 50% of the total booking value.
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Accepts last-minute bookings
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Accepts long-term bookings
Reviews & Testimonials
43 reviews
Helga S.
Pet Sitting - Jan 1, 2024
Thanks for taking care of Mungo! We returned home to a happy cat! Michelle left the house neat and tidy, and sent us photos while we were away. Our first time using mad paws and we’re happy!
Jennifer E.
Pet Day Care - Jun 23, 2023
Michelle was a wonderful person inside and out. She did a great job of taking care of Mila. She sent daily photos - Mila looked happy and well cared for. Would highly recommend Michelle .
tanya G.
Pet Sitting - Apr 29, 2023
Thanks for looking after the girls again Michelle
Maija S.
Pet Sitting - Apr 13, 2023
Michelle is incredible. I would highly recommend trusting her with your buddy!
Service & Rates
Overnight Pet Services
Pet Hosting
At Sitter's Home
not offered
Pet Sitting
At Pet's Home
$ 68 / night
Daytime Pet Services
Pet Day Care
$ 140 / day
House Visiting
$ 90 / visit
Dog Walking
$ 84 / walk
Dog Grooming
not offered
Dog Training
$ 168 / session
Transport
Pick Up - Drop Off
$ 35 / journey
Emergency
Transport
Available