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Melanie P.

Lincoln Place, Pittsburgh, PA

5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews
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Services

Melanie can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only
Takes only 1 client at a time

Melanie can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About Melanie P.

Communication

4 repeat pet parents
56% response rate
Usually responds in about a day
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs, 2 cats
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Melanie P. would like to know about your pet

I would like to know as much about your pet as possible, especially medications. The more I know about your furbaby, the better I can tailor my services to uniquely fit them! A good examples is knowing: temperament, triggers, routines, medicines, and past injuries. I have no breed preference. All breeds are welcomed!

A typical day

I personally love walking my dogs on shaded trails, especially on hot days (for their paws). My favorite spot is either my neighborhood, Frick Park, Montour Trail, and Panhandle Trail. I play a lot of catch, frisbee, etc with the dogs to ensure their excessive. I have my cats on harnesses and leashes so they can still have outdoor time and enjoy the sun and fresh air.

Location

Pittsburgh, PA

Melanie P.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Going Above & Beyond For You

Pet care experience

Welcome to Barnaby & Company! — MY PROGRAM — Our beloved pets have specific needs and routines. Allow me to customize my services to adapt to your pet and optimize their experience. By providing me with details of their temperament, fears, commands, triggers, medications, dietary restrictions, etc, I will be able to create an atmosphere that is healthy and engaging for your pet and stress-free for you. — HOUSE SITTING — - Provide information of pet(s). - If not given by you, I will create a routine schedule for your animal including food times, bathroom breaks, walking, playing, etc which will be left for your approval. - I clean up immediately after the dog during bathroom breaks. ** I will provide you will a discount if you have more than 3 animals (ex. 2 dog and 3 cats) — DROP-INS — - Provide information of your pet(s). - If possible, please leave a list of any specific things you would like for me to do. - I am comfortable with all breeds! — WALKS — - Provide information of your pet(s). (*Inform me of any past injuries to ensure a more comfortable route.) - I will bring a clean portable water bottle for every walk! - I bring my own poop bags. - I am comfortable with walking dogs and cats. — WHY THIS JOB? — Barnaby (my puppy in my photo) has severe PS and needed surgery. Unfortunately, I was unable to provide funding for his surgery and created this business in his honor. Luckily I was able to fund his surgery and now I keep my small business alive through my love for animals. Thank-you for your time and consideration. I hope I will be able to go above and beyond for your pet(s) and provide you excellent customer service. My schedule is made a month in advance. I primarily work mornings with a release time of 3pm, but have days where I am mid or closer for my cafe. Although I am busy, I make time for pet care. It is all about priorities. I wash my client’s bowls after feeding and always provide fresh water. I love giving small massages to affectionate/willing animals, and set up their area so they are as comfy as possible. If I am walking you furbaby and it is hot/cold outside, I test the pavement and research weather safety to ensure it is still safe to walk them without injury or health risk.

Reviews

Clare W.
Drop-In Visits • Sep 14, 2025
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Melanie was easy to coordinate with and took great care of our two cats over multiple days. We will book with her again!

Corey K.
Drop-In Visits • Aug 25, 2024
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Melanie was amazing! She sent detailed updates with pictures and videos. We were so relieved to have her dropping in on our kitties while we were out for the weekend. It made it possible to enjoy ourselves and know they were happy. I could tell she was great because our one kitty warmed up to her and not only were we excited but, Melanie was excited too and sent photos and videos of them getting closer over the days. She also helped us out with watering our little garden and we were so grateful! Thanks girl!

Riley M.
Drop-In Visits • Aug 04, 2024
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Melanie was so caring and attentive with our three cats! She sent us lots of pictures and updated us with every drop-in, I will definitely be using her again in the future! Highly recommend

Brandy M.
Drop-In Visits • Jul 11, 2024
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Melanie is the absolute best. She took time with each of my 3 kitties. Ensured they felt special and loved. She is experienced in health of cats and is attentive to their habits and needs. She was super observant of them for their behaviors. I received a ton of photos and videos and text updates of her visits. I would absolutely welcome Mel to my home again to care for my kitties.

About Melanie P.

Communication

4 repeat pet parents
56% response rate
Usually responds in about a day
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs, 2 cats
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Melanie P. would like to know about your pet

I would like to know as much about your pet as possible, especially medications. The more I know about your furbaby, the better I can tailor my services to uniquely fit them! A good examples is knowing: temperament, triggers, routines, medicines, and past injuries. I have no breed preference. All breeds are welcomed!

A typical day

I personally love walking my dogs on shaded trails, especially on hot days (for their paws). My favorite spot is either my neighborhood, Frick Park, Montour Trail, and Panhandle Trail. I play a lot of catch, frisbee, etc with the dogs to ensure their excessive. I have my cats on harnesses and leashes so they can still have outdoor time and enjoy the sun and fresh air.

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Melanie P.

Lincoln Place, Pittsburgh, PA

5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews