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Melanie F.

Lincoln Park, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
19 reviews
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Active walks and playful visits!

Pet care experience

Hello, I grew up with: dogs, cats, lovebirds, parrots, ducks, chickens, horses, cows and other farm animals from when I used to live in Puerto Rico. I enjoy: feeding, walking, running, washing, grooming, feeding meds, taking pictures of pets, and last but not least playing with our family pets and would love to help you with your loved ones too! No matter what size, age, ability or type of animal you need help looking after. I’ll be more than happy to follow your instructions including but not limited to: training, food restrictions, grooming needs and much more! My promise to you is to take care of your pet(s) as if they were mine because I know they feel our love and care each day as a reliable sitter! I own a conure bird named Chacho but am missing a furry friend! Let’s meet and coordinate what works best for you and your pets needs!

Reviews

Christine M.
House Sitting • Jul 10, 2023
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Melanie did a great job caring for our two dogs and house sitting for a week+. She communicated frequently, took a lot of pictures, and was very trustworthy. The dogs looked happy and we owe that to her care.

Jeremy & Paula D.
House Sitting • Apr 03, 2023
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Melanie was great with Kramer and gave us great updates!

Michael T.
House Sitting • Dec 03, 2022
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Melanie was great with Maggie. Took her for lots of walks. Would definitely recommend and will use her again

Kristine M.
House Sitting • Sep 26, 2021
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I’ve booked Melanie twice now and from the start she is amazing. Flexible, communicative, stopped by prior to see the place and meet Raj and even jotted down notes. During the stay she sent pictures and let me know what was going on and spent quality time with him. I have a sociable cat, but he took to her right away. I can’t say enough good things about her and will regularly look to book her.

About Melanie F.

Communication

7 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

9 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I care for all pets as if they were my own by providing positive words of love, kindness, affection as each pet has feelings and is ultimately missing their owner(s). Please let me know if there’s a particular playlist you would like me to play for your pet, if they require special care and I will do everything within my power to make sure they are comfortable while you are on vacation or work trip.

Information Melanie F. would like to know about your pet

I would like to know if your pet has dietary restrictions for certain treats/foods, any tricks that you would like me to work on with them during my visits, any concerns you might have when taking your dog outside or playing with other dogs. I’m very flexible based on your pets needs and prefer to know if they require anything before accepting new clients.

A typical day

I love going on long walks to the park, by the lake, swimming/ splashing by the shore, playing catch, practicing tricks, biking and running with your pet(s)!

Services

House Sitting
in your home
$65per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$25per visit
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$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

For each pet sitting request, I will tailor my services by the owner’s specific request for their pet(s). I like to accommodate as best as possible in order to make the best out of the experience.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Calendar last updated 14 days ago
House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Melanie F.

Communication

7 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

9 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I care for all pets as if they were my own by providing positive words of love, kindness, affection as each pet has feelings and is ultimately missing their owner(s). Please let me know if there’s a particular playlist you would like me to play for your pet, if they require special care and I will do everything within my power to make sure they are comfortable while you are on vacation or work trip.

Information Melanie F. would like to know about your pet

I would like to know if your pet has dietary restrictions for certain treats/foods, any tricks that you would like me to work on with them during my visits, any concerns you might have when taking your dog outside or playing with other dogs. I’m very flexible based on your pets needs and prefer to know if they require anything before accepting new clients.

A typical day

I love going on long walks to the park, by the lake, swimming/ splashing by the shore, playing catch, practicing tricks, biking and running with your pet(s)!

Location

Chicago, IL

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Melanie F.

Lincoln Park, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
19 reviews