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Melanie B.

Victoria, BC

5.0 out of 5 stars
33 reviews
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For the love of life ❤️

Pet care experience

Hello :) So I’m that person who’s day is made, vacation put right, and healing to begin when I’m around animals and creatures. When people ask me what was my favourite part about living and working in NZ, I have to say my animal friends...horses, cows, birds, cats and dogs. I support them and myself with real light, lots of chat and sharing of my heart and soul. I am a musical person, registered massage therapist who’s goal in life is to own a horse, and a small family of various animals. I’ve owned both cats and dogs over the years and unfortunately am unable to have one of my own, but I will...life is so amazing with the treasures of clarity, realness and honesty looking back at you. We are truly lucky to have these mirrors to our soul. Please think of me when your looking, I would love to come. I’m great with anything - walks, quiet connection, talking, enthusiasm, play and sharing. I’m also available on the weekend for morning, evening and overnight duties. Thanks 🙏 💚 Unfortunately not able to offer in home visits at the moment, but I am a grateful person to share your space and feel the sense of family and home that each individual or family bring.

Reviews

Stacey C.
House Sitting • Dec 31, 2022
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Melanie stayed with my dogs at my house and I couldn’t recommend her more. My dogs liked her immediately and my home was immaculate when I returned. She is fun, caring and kept me up to date continuously. Will definitely hire her again.

Mark C.
House Sitting • Jul 21, 2022
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Melanie was very professional and thorough. My puppy is quite young so I was nervous about leaving him but she put my mind at ease and did a great job house sitting with him .

Jo E.
House Sitting • Jun 14, 2022
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Melanie stayed at our home at took care of our two extremely spoiled indoor cats. She did a great job. The cats seemed totally chill upon our return home, the house was well-tended, and Melanie's communication and photos during our trip were great. Highly recommended!

Jessica W.
Dog Walking • Jun 09, 2022
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Our dog Stevie has the best time on her walks with Melanie! She comes back happy and well exercised. Melanie is reliable and very good with dogs, would highly recommend her for pet sitting or dog walking.

About Melanie B.

Communication

13 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

35 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

Unfortunately cannot take pets into my own home, but I love fitting into your home and find it easy to enjoy myself as if it were my own. Home feels like home and so it puts me at great ease. I stay full time, drop in, and do everything with your dog that you would with a special touch of my own. Animals love me and I love them.

Information Melanie B. would like to know about your pet

I honestly love working with all dogs. Especially ones who may be afraid at first, and require listening and intuition to help build a bridge with. If a dog has any fears, behaviours around other dogs, etc

A typical day

Typical day... warm morning connect. Lazy moments, turning into belly or head rubs, eye contact, lots of eye contact, chat, and outside!!! To the park, bringing the fetch it ball, running together, playing tug, joining in with other dogs, walking around our favorite side streets, hitting the beach, singing, sniffing, bending down to connect at their level, agility? Splashing, sometimes the ocean. Cuddling, massage, deep breathing, tuning into the spot's and building more and more love and trust. Being grateful and loving the present moment, the fresh air and the best job ever.

Services

House Sitting
in your home
CA$85per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
CA$25per visit
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
CA$25per walk

Melanie can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

I work as a massage therapist Mon - Thursday but am available also for walks and stop ins. Totally 100% free Friday, Saturday and Sunday. With enough advance I can be available for overnight during weekdays as well. Thanks.

Available
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About Melanie B.

Communication

13 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

35 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

Unfortunately cannot take pets into my own home, but I love fitting into your home and find it easy to enjoy myself as if it were my own. Home feels like home and so it puts me at great ease. I stay full time, drop in, and do everything with your dog that you would with a special touch of my own. Animals love me and I love them.

Information Melanie B. would like to know about your pet

I honestly love working with all dogs. Especially ones who may be afraid at first, and require listening and intuition to help build a bridge with. If a dog has any fears, behaviours around other dogs, etc

A typical day

Typical day... warm morning connect. Lazy moments, turning into belly or head rubs, eye contact, lots of eye contact, chat, and outside!!! To the park, bringing the fetch it ball, running together, playing tug, joining in with other dogs, walking around our favorite side streets, hitting the beach, singing, sniffing, bending down to connect at their level, agility? Splashing, sometimes the ocean. Cuddling, massage, deep breathing, tuning into the spot's and building more and more love and trust. Being grateful and loving the present moment, the fresh air and the best job ever.

Location

Victoria, BC

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Melanie B.

Victoria, BC

5.0 out of 5 stars
33 reviews