Melissa C.
Healdsburg, CA
Flexible hours & rates! I love dogs
Pet care experience
My name is Melissa and I am someone who absolutely loves animals with all my heart. I have owned a menagerie of pets throughout the years, incluing 2 dogs, 2 cats, 2 guinea pigs, an iguana, 2 parakeets, mice and rats. I also have background working as a Kennel Assistant at a local veterinary hospital. In addition, I have had extensive experience in watching both friend's and neighbor's dogs and cats. I am accustomed to hanging out with animals in their own homes and I very much believe that having a pet in their own comfort zone helps keep their anxiety and stress down. I also have a meet and greet policy in which I meet the pet(s) in their home with their family present. I do this for several reasons: one, so that before the actual scheduled sitting days, the pet(s) may meet me and see that their family approves of me. Two, I would like to give the owners a chance to show me the routine around the house. And finally, so that everyone involved (including the pet) can decide if it is the best fit or not. And although I do work part time at a local health club and my schedule is fairly adaptable, what I truly love doing is working with and caring for animals. My prices are determined by the number of animals, amount of tasks, or if there's a long commute, however I am very flexible and willing to work with owners and I can make availble any references as needed. I am honest, trustworthy and will treat your pet as if it were my own.
Reviews
Melissa was very responsive and easy to work with. Dogs loved her and she sent us some great photo updates from her check ins. Would recommend!
Melissa was a great sitter for our Australian Shepherd puppy! She came over a day before to meet him and go over everything she needed to know. She was super flexible on timing which we really needed for the night. Our pup was calm and comfortable when we came home, will definitely book again!
Melissa was so great about staying in touch and updating me on my dog! I never had any doubt that my pup was in great hands and definely will be re-booking with her in the future!
Melissa is the best person to take care of your furry family member. She was always our first go-to person when taking care of our dog, Kramer. He loved it when she would watch him, which would make it easier for us to leave on long trips, etc. It gave us peace knowing that he was in good hands with someone who truly loves and understands animals. As Kramer got older and had meds to take, she was very conscientious about doing it right, so we knew he was in good hands. When we had to put down our beautiful dog this past summer due to old age, she came over and said goodbye, which meant so much to all of us. Anyone who gets Melissa gets more than you could bargain for!
About Melissa C.
Communication
Skills
Information Melissa C. would like to know about your pet
I do have a meet and greet policy set up so I can find out ahead of time all about the animal I'll be caring for. I like to know how they interact with strangers, other animals and how they normally behave so I will be able to notice if something is wrong or off with them.
A typical day
I like to find out some of the dog (or cat)'s favorite things to do and then do that. For example, chasing a tennis ball, being pet while sitting on a lap, wrestling with a favorite toy or going on a walk to find the special sniff spots, etc. It is my goal to make sure your pet has a good time while you're away.
Services
Melissa can watch in your home
About Melissa C.
Communication
Skills
Information Melissa C. would like to know about your pet
I do have a meet and greet policy set up so I can find out ahead of time all about the animal I'll be caring for. I like to know how they interact with strangers, other animals and how they normally behave so I will be able to notice if something is wrong or off with them.
A typical day
I like to find out some of the dog (or cat)'s favorite things to do and then do that. For example, chasing a tennis ball, being pet while sitting on a lap, wrestling with a favorite toy or going on a walk to find the special sniff spots, etc. It is my goal to make sure your pet has a good time while you're away.
Location
Healdsburg, CA
Pets
Melissa C.
Healdsburg, CA