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Mel D.

Roxborough, Philadelphia, PA

5.0 out of 5 stars
42 reviews
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Services

Mel can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat

Availability

I only board pets on days when I work from home, which allows me to make sure your pet has constant company, love, and supervision. They will always be my first priority.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Mel D.

Communication

13 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates

Skills

20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I live in an apartment building that has a fenced-in dog park outside, which is perfect for safe playtime and fresh air. I also have a porch that pups love to sniff and relax on. Your pet would stay with me in my apartment and I’d take them to the park at regular intervals to use the bathroom and play.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Mel D. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your pet has any allergies and/or special needs (separation anxiety, etc). Ideally, pups should be potty trained (including in new environments) and/or trained to use a pee pad, and they need to be friendly with other dogs, since I have one myself. Please let me know if any of these don’t apply to your pup and I’ll see what I can do! Please also let me know if you’d rather not receive updates unless there’s an issue. Typically, I send a few updates a day, but I’m happy to provide as many or as few as desired.

A typical day

I have a bunch of dog toys and a fenced-in park by my building where the dogs can play and have fun in the fresh air. They’ll also be able to snuggle on the couch or bed in the apartment.

Location

Philadelphia, PA

Mel D.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Pets > humans 🩵

Pet care experience

I’ve had two dogs, three cats, and two birds of my own, and I've cared for dozens of my friends’ pets as well. I’ve never met a dog or cat that I didn’t love. I currently have one small mixed breed pup and as a dog owner myself, I know how important it is that you feel your pet is as loved and safe with me as they would be with you. That is always my goal!

Reviews

Jewell H.
Boarding • Nov 17, 2025
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It is ALWAYS A PLEASURE!! This Queen is AWESOME! Cooper love her! She takes AWESOME PICTURES TIO!! 😍😍😍😍😍❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

N R.
Boarding • Nov 07, 2025
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Mel took good care of our doggie - within minutes he was happily walking into her building and she sent a picture of him cuddled up under her desk. He didn't seem stressed or anxious when we picked him up so I feel confident that Mel gave him lots of TLC. She was great at communicating while we traveled as well. Thank you Mel!

John W.
Boarding • Sep 16, 2025
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Always so good with Mr Winston and can’t recommend her enough!

Michael R.
Boarding • Aug 31, 2025
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Will be back again and again! Mel is simply the best and would recommend her to anyone. Her place is Cannoli's home away from home.

About Mel D.

Communication

13 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates

Skills

20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I live in an apartment building that has a fenced-in dog park outside, which is perfect for safe playtime and fresh air. I also have a porch that pups love to sniff and relax on. Your pet would stay with me in my apartment and I’d take them to the park at regular intervals to use the bathroom and play.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Mel D. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your pet has any allergies and/or special needs (separation anxiety, etc). Ideally, pups should be potty trained (including in new environments) and/or trained to use a pee pad, and they need to be friendly with other dogs, since I have one myself. Please let me know if any of these don’t apply to your pup and I’ll see what I can do! Please also let me know if you’d rather not receive updates unless there’s an issue. Typically, I send a few updates a day, but I’m happy to provide as many or as few as desired.

A typical day

I have a bunch of dog toys and a fenced-in park by my building where the dogs can play and have fun in the fresh air. They’ll also be able to snuggle on the couch or bed in the apartment.

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Mel D.

Roxborough, Philadelphia, PA

5.0 out of 5 stars
42 reviews