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Melanie F.

5.0 out of 5 stars
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Melanie F.

5.0 out of 5 stars

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $26 per visit

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.

Highlights

Enhanced background check
30 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Here to help! Reliable and flexible

I’ve had dogs part of my life since I was young. I’ve rescued, fostered, house/dog sat for friends and family for years. They rescue us too.

Cat care experience

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Purrfectky cared for

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

Qualifications

100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
70% bookings with photo updates
30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

When caring for your pets, their safety and well-being are my top priorities. I strive to create a trustworthy, secure environment where they feel comfortable and relaxed. I respect their space and routine, ensuring that they are always safe, whether it’s keeping hazards out of reach, maintaining a calm atmosphere, or sticking to familiar routines.

Ratings and reviews

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Kelly M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • May 24, 2026

Melanie went the extra mile to make sure Cain was well cared for and spoiled him! We got lots of pictures and updates. It made leaving Cain feel a little less stressful knowing he was in good hands :)

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Tia K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Mar 19, 2026

This was our first time having a "stranger" come take care of our adult (50lb) and puppy (70lb) pitbulls that are our "children." Melanie was kind enough to come for a meet-and-greet, and we were so pleasantly surprised by how quickly she scooped them both into her arms and embraced them with all their endless kisses - this is when we knew! She truly cared for them just as well, if not better than we do! Melanie did all these small but very special things we didn't expect, and we were grateful to return to happy furbabies and the cutest pictures of them, and I am quite sure a cleaner home than what I left it (thank you!!). This was a short notice booking, about 2 weeks' notice, and I'm just so happy it worked out - we feel very lucky! If we get a chance to go on a vacation again in the future, we will be reaching out to Melanie again :)

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Brittany E.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Feb 24, 2026

We used Melanie for 4 days when we went to Mexico. She stayed and watched our 4 dogs, I’d leave her infinity stars if I could. Truly was nervous leaving our dogs, but from the meet and greet I felt we could trust her. She did such a good job!!!! I’m so so happy. We will definitely use her again if she’d have us.

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Rayna B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jan 16, 2025

Melanie was great with my two dogs and cat! She gave them all the attention they needed!! lots of love, time, attention and play! They were her top priority for the whole week! She also sent pics and updates.

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House Sitting • Aug 16, 2024

Melanie F. cancelled a booking 1 day before it was scheduled to begin.

Taryn P.
Aug 14, 2024

Melanie has been a loving caregiver to our Golden Doodle, Murphy, and our late German Shorthair English Pointer mix, Dixie. It's comforting to know that our dog is home and well cared for by her. Melanie's love and advocacy for animals is evident in her volunteer work at animal shelters, where she has helped care for dogs and find loving homes.

Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I work full-time from home, which gives me the flexibility to care for your pup(s) for a day or multiple days, whether they are large, medium, or small. My priority is ensuring your dog feels comfortable in their own home while maintaining their routine—feeding, walks, medications, and all the little things that keep them happy and healthy.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Melanie can host up to 2 drop-ins per day
Understanding what the animals love or fear is key to building trust with them. Whether it’s their favorite words, tricks, the things that make their tail wag, or what helps calm their nerves, every detail is important to creating a positive bond.
These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.

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.

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.