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Melani Z.

5.0 out of 5 stars
38 repeat clients
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Melani Z.

5.0 out of 5 stars
38 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $38 per night

Highlights

Enhanced background check
7 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Love lovin on pups!

Loving on and looking after animals has always been a big passion of mine. I have cared for dogs, cats, goats, and even a bearded dragon before. I currently care for animals full time. I have experience with some farm animals, attending to their feedings and very simple medications. I am no stranger to senior pets. I worked as a dog daycare attendant and kennel technician for about a year and half. I have a medium size fenced in yard space at my home to give dogs nice and safe outdoor time. I live on a private road which is nice for dog walking. As well as, my town has many local hiking trails and parks. My cat Cole has separation anxiety, so I am very big on making a pet feel comfortable when away from family. I know how important it is to know your furbaby is in safe hands.

Cat care experience

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A crazy cat lady for sure!

Melani also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Qualifications

38 repeat pet parents
72% response rate
Usually responds within a few days
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
3 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Ratings and reviews

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247 ratings
Donovan A.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Apr 02, 2026

Melani was great! We had no worries while we were gone. She kept us updated every day with text messages and pictures. Will definately use again

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Brandi C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jan 26, 2026

I can’t say enough good things. We got stuck in the ice storm while traveling. She stayed with our dogs with no electricity, got a fire going, and did a lot of extra on top of that. We can’t recommend enough

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Amy K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Nov 30, 2025

Melani is a kind and compassionate pet-sitter who has provided drop-in visits for our two cats on multiple occasions. She has done an excellent job for them as well as helping me navigate the Rover website. She is flexible, thorough and we can highly recommend her as a pet-sitter!

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Max C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Nov 28, 2025

Best sitter. Always crushes taking care of our cats and communicating with us. Zero worries when booking Melani.

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trace w.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Oct 06, 2025

The best!

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Drop-In Visits • Sep 09, 2025

Melani Z. cancelled a booking 3 days before it was scheduled to begin.

Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I watch and care for animals full time currently! Every day I’m taking care of someone’s furbaby whether it’s walking, boarding, house sitting, taking them to your wedding, or just checking in.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

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

Safety, trust & environment

I always walk with a dog repellent spray on me just in case. When house sitting in your home I’m comfortable with cameras if that is something you would prefer.

Pets

A typical day

I enjoy classic activities such as walking, fetch, splash pad play, tug of war, and find the treat games or puzzles. I also loveeee some good cuddles! If your pet has a favorite activity I would love to be able to do that with them! A special place I would enjoy taking dogs is up to the top of my neighborhood, which is a ridge, where there is a scenic view of the city.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time
Melani can host up to 1 pet per night
I would like to know if pets show aggression to other dogs, to people, with food, or with toys. If pets are on any medications. And any other quirks such as chewing up shoes or things like that.
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.