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Melanie & Joshua P.

West Seattle, Seattle, WA

4.9 out of 5 stars
123 reviews
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Services

Melanie & Joshua can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only
Takes only 1 client at a time

Melanie & Joshua can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old

Availability

My passion, focus & credibility is in pet care. Currently attending school for animal massage and acupressure. I am always around & flexible for furry friends.

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About Melanie & Joshua P.

Communication

52 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

12 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 them as if they were my own family member: patience, love, respect, positive reinforcement of set expectations and boundaries, and reflecting on communication

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Melanie & Joshua P. would like to know about your pet

What is an emergency contact & vet clinic info? Does your Rover have separation anxiety? Does your furbaby need more training? Has your pet experienced any previous trauma? Is your Rover neutered? Has your pet stayed elsewhere alone? Is this your first time w Rover? Are there any behaviors your pet struggles with? What triggers your pet’s negative behavior? What is the eating/potty /social habits? Does your dog bark excessively for any reason? Has your dog peed in the house? Ever bitten or nipped anyone? What is your dog’s favorite thing(s)? What does your dog dislike? How long and far can your dog walk? Does your dog need help on stairs? Medical history or current status of anything you think is significant that might help me get to know your furbaby…

A typical day

walks, talks & photographs swims? ball tosses? cuddles? baths? parks some light reinforcing of training anxiety release adventures at local pet stores Play dates w trusted furry friends

Location

Seattle, WA

Melanie & Joshua P.'s Neighborhood

I love your Rover already.

Pet care experience

I have a credible history & passion for loving furry & feathered friends that began with my Irish Setter, Maggie. •2003-Fostered & adopted my first rescue dog- German Sherpard/Rot mix. •2009- Trained briefly at Banfield Animal Hospital, Fl as a veterinary asst. •2010-Worked with RI & Fl shelters/rescue groups to care, foster, advocate, fundraise & photograph animals/events, which includes the honor of meeting some of the "Victory" bully breed dogs. (I photographed “Hope,” pictured.) •2010-House sat, fostered & assisted rehabilitated bully breeds & "at risk" "problem " dogs. (Lucy & Duke, photographed &pictured.) •2011-Rescued, adopted a Nanday Conure. •2011-Rescued, adopted Siamese cat •2012-Lived on an animal farm in RI. •2013-Traveled the states with MsKitty. •2014–Began servicing animals in Wa, starting with a beautiful senior beagle (pictured) •2016-Became an independent private & Rover contractor. •2018-Contracted privately •2018-Contracted with an additional company. •2020-CATCH student for certified pet trainer •2020-Tallgrass Acupressure student for pets (Both programs are steps to working in pet therapy.) I am a professional with a sense of humor, frequently posting photos of your furbabies on my Insta. (Ask me.) I honor the opportunity to care for your furry family member & take the responsibility very seriously. I value my time, yours, & your pets. I value a reciprocated level of care & communication that I put into every booking. I am pandemic conscious. Our pets are necessary for the spirit; I feel they bring so much more joy to hoomans than we could ever return. (Organizations mentioned include: PetSmart , Manatee County Animal Services, Providence Animal Rescue League, East Greenwich Animal Protection League, all provided testimonials.)

Reviews

Liza W.
Boarding • Sep 24, 2025
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Melanie is the best. She takes exceptional care of my dog.

Emily A.
Drop-In Visits • Sep 14, 2025
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Exceptional! Highly recommend to anyone. Great communication daily and photos of my cat, Luca. Mel really went above and beyond to make sure my kitty was well taken care of at my home - played, cuddled, fed him. He was in great spirits when I returned! Couldn’t thank you enough.

Blake R.
House Sitting • Jul 27, 2025
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Melanie and Josh are the best!

Bianca D.
Drop-In Visits • Jul 07, 2025
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Melanie is always so attentive and caring with our cat. She’s kind and thorough. Definitely worth booking and rebooking!

About Melanie & Joshua P.

Communication

52 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

12 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 them as if they were my own family member: patience, love, respect, positive reinforcement of set expectations and boundaries, and reflecting on communication

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Melanie & Joshua P. would like to know about your pet

What is an emergency contact & vet clinic info? Does your Rover have separation anxiety? Does your furbaby need more training? Has your pet experienced any previous trauma? Is your Rover neutered? Has your pet stayed elsewhere alone? Is this your first time w Rover? Are there any behaviors your pet struggles with? What triggers your pet’s negative behavior? What is the eating/potty /social habits? Does your dog bark excessively for any reason? Has your dog peed in the house? Ever bitten or nipped anyone? What is your dog’s favorite thing(s)? What does your dog dislike? How long and far can your dog walk? Does your dog need help on stairs? Medical history or current status of anything you think is significant that might help me get to know your furbaby…

A typical day

walks, talks & photographs swims? ball tosses? cuddles? baths? parks some light reinforcing of training anxiety release adventures at local pet stores Play dates w trusted furry friends

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.
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Melanie & Joshua P.

West Seattle, Seattle, WA

4.9 out of 5 stars
123 reviews