Melanie D.
Melanie D.
Contact for Boarding
from $80 per night
Highlights
Pet care experience
Experienced & Reliable Pet Care
Hi, I’m Melanie! I’m a professional pet sitter and dog walker with 3 years of hands on experience caring for dogs of various breeds, sizes, temperaments, and energy levels. Pet care is my full-time profession, and I take pride in providing reliable, attentive, and personalized care. I have experience with anxious and reactive dogs, as well as dogs with a wide range of personalities and needs. I’m attentive to body language, triggers, and comfort levels, and I adjust my approach based on what works best for each dog. My experience includes daily walks, drop-ins, boarding, and overnight care. I always take the time to learn each dog’s routine and preferences so I can keep their care as familiar and consistent as possible.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
Melanie is the best!! Always reliable and very communicative. Would absolutely recommend to anyone needing a walker😊
Melanie was able to get my shy grump of a cat to be brave and friendly! I was in awe. Great to work with and I trusted her with Sam completely!
Melanie is always great. Understanding, passionate, and thorough with instructions and recommendations.
Melanie is reliable as always and our cats love her!
Mel has been walking my dog Henry for a while now! She is wonderfully communicative, and so patient with his many anxious moments. I’ve never had to have a dog walker until now, and am very thankful for my first experience being one of care and professionalism. Got lucky finding the best dog walker on Rover on the first try!
Melanie has taken great care of my cat both times I was out of town. I can tell that she really loves animals, and I appreciate the care and attention she gave to Mr Pickles while cat sitting.
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Schedule
I’m available for walks and drop-ins from 7 AM to 9 PM, Monday through Friday, with weekend availability as needed. I also offer boarding and house sitting with advance notice.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
I follow each pet’s usual routine and care instructions closely and pay close attention to their behavior, comfort, and surroundings. I’m fully insured for pet care services and provide regular photo updates during visits and stays. When caring for pets in a client’s home, I’m always respectful of their space.
A typical day
I like to keep each dog’s day close to the routine they’re used to at home. Depending on their energy level and preferences, our day may include walks, plenty of sniffing and exploring, playtime, enrichment, and of course time to relax. For dogs who enjoy longer outings, we can visit nearby parks or trails when appropriate. At home, I have toys and puzzles to keep them busy, plus plenty of cuddling if that’s their thing.