Mike Whiteside from Salvage Dawgs: wiki, bio, net worth, wife, kids?

Salvage Dawgs comes from an unlikely passion of Mike Whiteside and Robert Kulp to turn well-worn objects into things of beauty. The pair tour around landfill scouring for things that they can remodel and remake. In places were people see nothing but trash, the pair see cash and that’s how things have always been for the pair. Together, the pair own several architectural salvage operations including the Roanoke, and Virginia-based Black Dog Salvage. The pair adhere by the motto that nothing is too weird to salvage. The exploits of Mike and Rob are documented in the reality series Salvage Dawgs. The series which first aired on the 8th of November 2012 has wrapped up its 11th season until now.

Wiki/Bio Facts

FactDescription
Full nameMichael Whiteside
Date of birthUnknown
Place of birthUnknown
NationalityAmerican
EthnicityWhite
GenderMale
SexualityStraight
Marital statusMarried
SpouseSusie Farriss Whiteside
ChildrenTwo sons: Tay Whiteside and Alex Whiteside
MotherIrene Whiteside
EducationUnknown
OccupationReality TV star, co-owner of Black Dog Salvage and former Navy officer
Net worthEstimated at $1 million as of 2024
Zodiac signUnknown
Role at Black Dog SalvageResponsible for the management and procurement of inventory, and the design and fabrication of custom pieces
Co-star and business partnerRobert Kulp
How they started Black Dog SalvageAfter finding and selling a large vinyl sign from a building that was being demolished
Motto of Black Dog SalvageThere is nothing too big or too small to save or make money on
Website of Black Dog Salvagewww.blackdogsalvage.com
Show nameSalvage Dawgs
Show genreReality television
Show premiseDetailing the experiences of Mike Whiteside and Robert Kulp as they negotiate for bids on vintage architectural elements inside buildings that are planned to be demolished
Show networkDIY Network
Show debutNovember 8, 2012
Show finaleJanuary 30, 2020
Show seasons11
Show episodes143
Reason for show endingThe coronavirus outbreak and changes at DIY Network
Salvage Dawgs Mike Whiteside
Salvage Dawgs Mike Whiteside

Mike Whiteside Early Life

Mike’s early life is shrouded in mystery. While we do know that he was born in the United States, his exact date of birth or location is unknown. His mother Irene Whiteside made an appearance in the series in 2017 but details about his father are unknown. One to keep his cards close to his chest, Mike hasn’t revealed any details about his early life or education.

Professional Career

Even though Mike is best known as the owner of the Salvage Dawgs, that wasn’t always the case. After finishing college at 19, Mike enrolled in the navy. Serving his four years tenure at the Navy, Mike moved to Colorado in 1980. Fascinated by the ocean, Mike decided to work as a captain and held the position for 15 years. In his time, Mike had a coast guard issued a license for the post of a captain. It was only late in life that Mike decided to settle down and establish the Salvage Dawgs. 

Net Worth

Mike has enjoyed a diverse professional life. From his time as a navy man to captain and now a businessman, he has done it all. Before being picked up by the DIY network, Mike used to sell his spoils on eBay which would net him considerable sums. When the show got picked up in 2012, Mike stopped his eBay exploits. While the exact figure is not known, his net worth is estimated to be around USD 1 million.  

Married Life

It was only after Mike married Susie Farris that he decided to settle down instead of being all over the place. The pair met back in the day and quickly fell for each other. Susie who was born and raised Roanoke built custom made window cornices. The pair met in Roanoke and tied their wedding knot in the following years. In their years of marriage, the pair gave birth to two amazing children: Gracie Whiteside and Tay Whiteside.

Mike-Whiteside-wife-Susie
Mike Whiteside wife Susie Farris

Even though Mike is not the one to share details on his family, we do know that Gracie studies Arts at Virginia Commonwealth University. On the other hand, Tay appears on the TV show alongside his father. 

Physical Traits

TraitDescription
HeightAbout 6 feet or 1.8m
Weight65-75 Kg or 143-165
Eye colorBrown
Hair colorBlonde
Facial hairBeard and mustache
Skin toneFair
Body typeMuscular and fit
TattoosNone visible
PiercingsNone visible
ScarsNone visible
Clothing styleCasual and comfortable
AccessoriesSunglasses, hat, gloves, tool belt

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