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Mel R.

5.0 out of 5 stars
18 repeat clients
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Mel R.

5.0 out of 5 stars
18 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

$49 total per night

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

Highlights

Enhanced background check
25 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication
Special needs experience

Pet care experience

Staycation for your pets.

Dogs have been part of my life since I was very young, I have always taken care of them since the age of 12.I have taken care of friends and family pets when they went out of town or just a few hours.

Qualifications

18 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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48 ratings
Jacqueline K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 17, 2026

This is the 2nd time Mel has watched our dog, he sends photos and updates and Zuma looks to be enjoying himself

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Elizabeth M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 12, 2026

Mel is a caring sitter. He took good care of Rosie and Red during their 2 night stay wity him. We appreciate the daily feedback complete with photos and videos of our dogs. Rosie and Red looked happy and content when we picked them up. Thank you, Mel!

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Julie Y.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 03, 2026

We left our doggies with Mel for 4 days and he did such a great job with them. He was able to meet their needs and change things around according to their personalities and kept us updated throughout the 4 days. We felt reassured the whole time we were away from the dogs and won’t hesitate to book our dogs with him again. Thanks for your help, Mel!

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Susan D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 15, 2026

Mel was amazing! He took wonderful care of our German Shepherd, Yzer, for a whole week and sent us daily updates and photos. We felt comfortable and confident from the moment we met him. Yzer had a great time, and we couldn't be happier with the care he received. Thank you, Mel! Highly recommended.

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JOON K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 06, 2026

Always leave my Luna with him.

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Anderson W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Apr 06, 2026

Great caretaker as always and very accommodating. My dog always has a great time as evidenced by the regular updates and pictures Mel sends! Highly recommend!

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Schedule

Being retired I have plenty of time to take care of your fur baby, I enjoy taking them out for walks both evening and morning.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I currently have a friendly boxer, she is a certified Comfort dog (Veteran certified)and gets along with other dogs, she loves to play and snuggle with people and other dogs

Pets

A typical day

I have a huge yard where we toss The ball around and dogs can play with other dogs freely and openly. There is also a huge empty lot across the street, where i can take them to play.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Mel can host up to 3 pets per night
Please let me know if your fur baby has any special needs or food and toy aggressions. When they usually eat and where they like to sleep
These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.