I’m Mike and I love dogs! I grew up helping my mom train dogs for Guiding Eyes so I have experience with pups of every age, size, breed, and personality! Once I finished grad school, I volunteered at the local rescue organization which inspired me to foster puppies. I have always been a dog lover and this is a great opportunity to give back to my community, all the while meeting new furry friends! In addition to my personal and volunteer experience with dogs, I was a professional dog walker for ‘Reactive Rover’, which was a dog walking service specializing in exercising dogs that are high maintenance, anxious, or had other reactivity issues. I would work to get the pup I was walking comfortable, break down barriers, and work on various greeting skills. This helped my furry pals in addition to broadening my own experience and skills with dogs! When your dog is under my care, my number one priority is to make you both feel completely comfortable and well taken care of. I do that by giving the absolute best customer service possible. I’ll always follow your instructions to a “T” to ensure your dog’s happiness and safety. After all, no one knows your dog better than you do! We’ll always do what makes them the most happy, and I’m happy to go the extra mile for any pooch. Likewise, I love sending daily updates with accompanying pictures so you can see just how much fun your pup and I are having together! I’m always just a phone call away and can be reached any time in case any concerns or questions arise. I live in a gated apartment complex called Grays Court Condominiums in the Graduate Hospital neighborhood in Philadelphia. It’s a very young and dog-friendly spot, perfect for furry friends to visit and explore. My apartment is spacious and cozy and I even have a small patio in my front yard and a grassy spot near the parking lot of my complex, ideal for bathroom breaks. I also live next to numerous parks, one being the Schuylkill River Park where there are two separate dog parks - one for small pups and one for large breeds. With your permission, I’d be happy to bring them there for some off-leash fun and socializing. Some of my favorite spots to hit are Rittenhouse Square, Marian Anderson Park, Chew Park, and Julian Abele Park. When I’m not pet sitting, I love playing sports, whether it be basketball at my gym or tennis outside! The beach is also a must during warmer weather. Your pup would we welcome to join me on any of these adventures! If I’m not outside being active, I am always spending time with my friends, going out to dinner, hitting the movies, or taking in a show. I also love lounging at my apartment on the couch with a good book/tv show!