Melanie R.
Batson, TX
Services
Melanie can care for
Availability
I'm currently a part-time online student at Lone Star college so my availability is wide open I will try my best to stick to your pets current schedule as much as possible to make their time away from you as easy on them as it can be.
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About Melanie R.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
During my time at the clinic I became very familiar with harnessing, leashing, and collaring rambunctious dogs as well as coaxing reluctant animals into their kennels I use a fear free approach (lots of treats and toys!) and do not condone dragging pulling or pushing pets unless it is the safest course of action in an emergency situation. I am also experienced in giving medications and monitoring pets for signs of distress or illness.
Information Melanie R. would like to know about your pet
Is your pet on any medications? Are they oral or topical? I will not administer injectable medication such as insulin if your pet is on injectables I always recommend boarding them at a veterinary clinic where they can be monitored by a veterinarian. I will however administer oral and topical medications. Does your pet have any allergies? Does your pet have any pre-existing injuries or a disability I should know about?
A typical day
I can provide food puzzles and toys to keep your pets mentally and physically stimulated and will allow plenty of sniff work on our walks or within a fenced yard when applicable.
Location
Batson, TX
Pets
Experienced and Reliable 🐾
Pet care experience
‼️ Beginning January 1st, 2023 I will no longer be providing services through Rover‼️I will still be providing services, I will just be freelance, Rover keeps 20% of money earned and I understand their reasons but that's often a large chunk of money even though I've never needed the extra services these funds cover, however I'm just not comfortable raising my prices. I worked as a kennel technician in a veterinary clinic for 1 year before taking time away from work to be with my daughter. I have cared for pets inside my home since I was a child and have two dogs and three cats of my own. I have cared for pets as small as 3 lb all the way into the 200s and hold no breed biases.
Reviews
Melanie is our go to gal for watching our fur babies! Not only is she professional, thorough, and sweet - she is also personable. Even though Rover notifies you when your sitter has arrived, Melanie sends her own personal message informing you she’s on-site. She also sends pictures/videos of your pets along with verbal updates. She likes to do a meet and greet before your actually booking which is nice. This is when you give her your notes/request/suggestions and overall routine of your pets. She immediately won over my pets and embraced their chaos - She is also armed and loaded with bite sized treats. Melanie is trustworthy and truly loves animals. Do yourself a favor and use her - we’re already booking her again!
Melanie is absolutely amazing! My dogs adore her and she was so great at communicating and checking in with me on how they are doing. I am so thankful to have someone like her watch my pups!
About Melanie R.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
During my time at the clinic I became very familiar with harnessing, leashing, and collaring rambunctious dogs as well as coaxing reluctant animals into their kennels I use a fear free approach (lots of treats and toys!) and do not condone dragging pulling or pushing pets unless it is the safest course of action in an emergency situation. I am also experienced in giving medications and monitoring pets for signs of distress or illness.
Information Melanie R. would like to know about your pet
Is your pet on any medications? Are they oral or topical? I will not administer injectable medication such as insulin if your pet is on injectables I always recommend boarding them at a veterinary clinic where they can be monitored by a veterinarian. I will however administer oral and topical medications. Does your pet have any allergies? Does your pet have any pre-existing injuries or a disability I should know about?
A typical day
I can provide food puzzles and toys to keep your pets mentally and physically stimulated and will allow plenty of sniff work on our walks or within a fenced yard when applicable.
Melanie R.
Batson, TX