Mel W.
Mel W.
Contact for Drop-In Visits
from $25 per visit
Highlights
Pet care experience
Mel's Maine Pet Care
I’ve loved dogs for as long as I can remember and have cared for pets my entire life. We share our home with our playful black Lab, Caymus—he’s friendly, active, and loves making new fur friends. My husband and I are both ultrarunners, so Caymus joins us on trail runs and hikes regularly—he keeps up better than we do, even at 8 years old! I specialize in providing safe, attentive care that follows your pet’s normal routine—whether it’s a walk, a drop-in visit, or just keeping them company while you’re away. We live on 2 peaceful acres at the end of a dead-end road, offering a calm, quiet setting for dogs who stay with us. While we don’t have a fenced yard, we use an invisible fence for our own dog and closely supervise all outside time. Visiting dogs are always supervised outdoors, and I’m happy to follow your individual instructions—whether that means leash walks, yard time, or a combination that fits your pet’s needs. Please note: all dogs must be up to date on vaccinations for boarding. We don’t host cats in our home, but I’m happy to provide drop-in visits for cats at your home.
Qualifications
Pets
Safety, trust & environment
I care for every pet as if they were my own—with patience, love, and attention to their unique needs. I follow your instructions carefully and respect your pet’s routine to make sure they feel comfortable and secure. Whether in my home or yours, I create a calm, safe, and loving environment where your pet gets plenty of care, affection, and companionship.
Ratings and reviews
Mel was an answer to our concerns of introducing our dogs to a stranger who would be taking care of them. She arrived prepared for the meet and greet and listened to our needs for their care. She arrived both days on time and provided the gentle caring our dogs needed. She sent pictures and videos and let us know how the visit went. Our dogs were happy and well cared for. Would recommend Mel and plan to book with Mel in the future!
Mel was absolutely wonderful with my two Maine Coon cats. She went above and beyond to make sure they were safe, comfortable, and well cared for. She communicated beautifully throughout the visits, quickly formed a bond with both cats, and even voluntarily returned a third time when I was concerned that one of them had gotten into an unsafe spot. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a caring, responsible, and genuinely dedicated pet sitter!
Mel is the best! She took such great care of my dog, Pearl, during walks. Pearl loved Mel as evidenced by her wagging tail and excitement every time Mel came to pick her up.
Mel was great with our dog. Tucker is very wary of strangers, but Mel was able to charm him and make him feel comfortable.
Mel is wonderful with Millie ! Millie is so excited to get her belly rubs and go for walks with Mel ! Her communication is excellent. So glad we found Mel on Rover 😊
Rusty loves Mel and so do we! :)
Calendar and availability
| S | M | T | W | T | F | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 |
13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 |
20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 |
27 | 28 | 29 | 30 |
| S | M | T | W | T | F | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 |
13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 |
20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 |
27 | 28 | 29 | 30 |
| S | M | T | W | T | F | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | 2 | 3 | ||||
4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 |
11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 |
18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 |
25 | 26 | 27 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 31 |
Schedule
I work remotely just a few hours each week, which gives me plenty of flexibility for pet care throughout the weekdays and some weekends. Whether it’s walks, drop-ins, or boarding, I’m available to provide reliable, loving care that fits your pet’s needs. Pet care blends perfectly into my routine—it’s something I truly enjoy and look forward to each day.
- Cats0 to 15 lbs16 to 40 lbs41 to 100 lbsover 101 lbsMel can host up to 6 drop-ins per day
- It’s helpful to know anything that will make your pet feel more comfortable—like their daily routine, favorite toys or treats, and any quirks or fears they might have. Please let me know about any medical needs, allergies, behavior around other animals, or leash preferences. The more I know, the better I can provide safe, loving, and personalized care for your pet.