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Melanie M.

Catholic University-Brookland, Washington, DC

4.2 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
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Services

Melanie can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs

Melanie can care for

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs

Availability

I work from home currently and work predominantly on my own schedule. I home throughout the day. Somehow updating this requires more words. Call me if you want to know more.

About Melanie M.

Communication

4 repeat pet parents
88% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

My home is clean and I take care of dogs. I need 15 more words to complete this. I love dogs, is there more to know?

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Melanie M. would like to know about your pet

As I’ve mentioned if the dog has special needs I would like to know in advance and would like to know their contact information. Thanks

A typical day

There are lots of beautiful areas nearby me for walks, a courtyard for playing fetch/games, and enjoy snuggling and quiet time as well. Your pet will definitely be entertained, safe, and loved :) I love to send owners photo updates!

Location

Washington, DC

Melanie M.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Doggie sleepover & walks! Cats too

Pet care experience

Humans shouldn't be the only ones getting a vacay! Your pup deserves one too! After all, he does a lot of...laying around?playing with toys? snoring? It's a ruff life. Give your little furry friend a change of pace and come stay a while! I live in the Brookland neighborhood in NE DC with access for the best walks such as the Franciscan monastery gardens and Fort Bunker Hill woods. I have a 1 bdrm clean apt that is comfortable and relaxing for your dog. For a tiny background about me: I work in healthcare and I have a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel that is with me a few days of the week and he’s very sweet and gets along very well with other dogs. I currently am home for the majority of the day. I request in advance information on if the dog has any medical conditions, as well as the contact information of their veterinarian. (This is primarily for older dogs). There is also an animal hospital very close (5 min walk) to me. If your dog needs the opportunity to run around and is high energy I have a fenced courtyard, although I wouldn’t recommend it during tick season. But we can always do checks anyway. The photos are of my Cavalier, Ares, and a family dog.

Reviews

Henrietta K.
Doggy Day Care • May 05, 2026
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Melanie was amazing with Blue, who has a little separation anxiety! So kind and considerate

Rebecca M.
Doggy Day Care • Mar 27, 2026
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Melanie did an amazing job caring for my dog, Milly, for daycare! Milly has severe separation anxiety, but she seemed very comfortable with Melanie. Melanie took Milly on multiple walks throughout the day and sent great photos of her. very grateful for Melanie's help.

Doggy Day Care • Mar 17, 2026

Melanie M. cancelled a booking within a day of the start date.

Rachel M.
Dog Walking • Oct 06, 2025
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Melanie stayed at my house for 2 and a half hours after walking the dog without asking. She left the front door unlocked and then didn't properly secure my dog or cats. After trying to talk to her about what happened - the next day she never showed up.

About Melanie M.

Communication

4 repeat pet parents
88% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

My home is clean and I take care of dogs. I need 15 more words to complete this. I love dogs, is there more to know?

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Melanie M. would like to know about your pet

As I’ve mentioned if the dog has special needs I would like to know in advance and would like to know their contact information. Thanks

A typical day

There are lots of beautiful areas nearby me for walks, a courtyard for playing fetch/games, and enjoy snuggling and quiet time as well. Your pet will definitely be entertained, safe, and loved :) I love to send owners photo updates!

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Melanie M.

Catholic University-Brookland, Washington, DC

4.2 out of 5 stars
11 reviews