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Melanie P.

Hoboken, NJ

5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews
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Services

Melanie can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

I am available most week days and some weekends. I work from home most days so my hours are very flexible and I can work around your schedule!

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About Melanie P.

Communication

2 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

8 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

First and foremost, I care for my pets with love and make sure that both the pet and owner feel comfortable. I also feed, refresh water, walk, and clean litter boxes. If your pet needs extra care, like medication, I am more than happy to accommodate your pet's needs. Lastly, if your pet needs to go to the vet on my watch, I can do that as well!

Information Melanie P. would like to know about your pet

I would love to know what your dog loves to do, whether it’s long walks, playing fetch, or going to dog parks. If your dog needs special care, I would love to meet prior and learn as much as I can so I can provide the best care. If your dog has any fears or triggers, I would hope to be aware of those as well!

A typical day

I love to take dogs to dog parks where they can enjoy and play with other dogs! I also enjoy going on long walks where there is a ton of greenery or along rivers where they can take in the beautiful nature.

Location

Hoboken, NJ

Melanie P.'s Neighborhood

Mel's Loving Pet Care

Pet care experience

When I was in high school, I took my passion and love for pets and started my own company called Mel's Pet Services. During those years, I was able to help many friends, family, and people in my community that loved their fur babies and wanted the best of care for them. The feedback I received from my clients over the years was that they really appreciated me taking the time to truly nurture, play and love their pets.

Reviews

David S.
Dog Walking • Nov 27, 2025
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Melanie hit it off with Ophelia right away. She let her find her own way at times to discover the most interesting things to sniff, which is always Ophelia's focus on walks. Good communications and followup. We would definitely ask Melanie to walk Ophelia again. Thanks!

Terri L.
Nov 05, 2022

We have had Melanie watch our pets several times. I never worry when she watches our pups. Mel is very responsible, gentle, & kind with them and treats them as her own. She watched my little older yorkie poo , and sent me photos while I was away. My little Sugar, yorkiepoo, was precious to us and I never wanted to leave her. Mel was so sweet, I never had to worry. She has also watched our daughter's 80 pound Rhodesian Ridgeback & our 2 other dogs and was great with all of them. I would highly recommend Mel.

Andrea R.
Nov 02, 2022

Melanie has helped me with Charlie so many times, i can't even count. She is incredibly reliable, trustworthy and responsible.. She walks Charlie, plays ball, has given him medicine and makes sure he always has water in his bowl. Charlie LOVES Melanie and gets sooooooo excited whenever he sees her on the street.

Marissa C.
Nov 02, 2022

Melanie has taken care of my mini goldendoodle many times. My dog is a bit of a diva and doesn't like most people, but she adores Melanie. Melanie is great with pets, responsible, and someone you'd trust with a loved one. Could not recommend her more!

About Melanie P.

Communication

2 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

8 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

First and foremost, I care for my pets with love and make sure that both the pet and owner feel comfortable. I also feed, refresh water, walk, and clean litter boxes. If your pet needs extra care, like medication, I am more than happy to accommodate your pet's needs. Lastly, if your pet needs to go to the vet on my watch, I can do that as well!

Information Melanie P. would like to know about your pet

I would love to know what your dog loves to do, whether it’s long walks, playing fetch, or going to dog parks. If your dog needs special care, I would love to meet prior and learn as much as I can so I can provide the best care. If your dog has any fears or triggers, I would hope to be aware of those as well!

A typical day

I love to take dogs to dog parks where they can enjoy and play with other dogs! I also enjoy going on long walks where there is a ton of greenery or along rivers where they can take in the beautiful nature.

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Melanie P.

Hoboken, NJ

5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews