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Melanie K.

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Melanie K.

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Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $13 per visit

Highlights

Enhanced background check
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Reliable Dog Care

I’m currently home full-time, which means I have a very flexible schedule and can give your dog lots of companionship, attention, playtime, and potty breaks throughout the day. Dogs have also been a big part of my life for as long as I can remember, and I now have an English Cream Golden Retriever named Bear. I’ve raised Bear since he was 6 months old, so I have firsthand experience with puppy training, potty training, leash walking, giving medications, and caring for a dog through health issues. I know every dog has their own personality and routine, and I’m happy to follow whatever makes your pup feel most comfortable. Bear and I regularly go on hour-long walks around our neighborhood, and I’m happy to walk your dog rain or shine. If your dog prefers one-on-one attention or doesn’t do well walking with other dogs, I’m more than happy to take them out solo. My schedule is also wide open for drop-in visits, so I can be flexible with timing throughout the day. My house is very dog friendly. Dogs are welcome on the furniture, we have a fully fenced backyard for playing fetch, and we also have a dog door that leads outside, so dogs that are already comfortable using one can go outside whenever they’d like for a potty break or to enjoy some fresh air. I’ll send plenty of photo updates and keep you in the loop so you always know how your pup is doing. I know how stressful it can be to trust someone else with your dog, and I want you to feel completely comfortable knowing they’re getting lots of attention and care while you’re away.

Qualifications

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

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

I always try to keep pets as close to their normal routine as possible so they feel comfortable and secure. In my home, dogs are welcome on the furniture and have access to a fully fenced backyard for playtime and potty breaks. We also have a dog door for dogs who are already comfortable using one. I’m happy to follow any feeding schedules, medication instructions, crate routines, or other preferences you have. I also make sure introductions with my dog, Bear, are done carefully and can keep dogs separated when needed for meals, rest, or personal space. For walks and drop-in visits, I follow your instructions closely and make sure your pet is safely leashed, doors and gates are secured, and your home is left exactly as I found it. I’ll also send regular photo updates so you always know how your pet is doing.

Ratings and reviews

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Monica W.
Aug 14, 2026

Melanie was wonderful with my dachshund, Martin! She did both drop-in visits and walks for him, and I always felt completely comfortable knowing he was in good hands. She was reliable, attentive, and took the time to make sure Martin got plenty of attention and exercise. I also really appreciated the updates while I was away. I would absolutely trust her with Martin again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for someone caring and dependable.

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Schedule

I’m currently transitioning between jobs and have several months off, so my schedule is extremely flexible and I’m able to be home full-time. This gives me plenty of time for walks, drop-in visits, playtime, potty breaks, and lots of one-on-one attention throughout the day. I’m available during weekdays, weekends, and throughout the day, and I’m happy to work around your pet’s normal routine.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Melanie can host up to 3 drop-ins per day
Please let me know about any quirks, routines, or special needs that will help me give your pet the best care possible. I’d especially like to know about any medical needs, medications, food sensitivities, fears, escape tendencies, or leash reactivity. Since I have a dog of my own, please also let me know how your dog typically does around other dogs. The more I know about your pet ahead of time, the better I can make sure they’re comfortable and safe!
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