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Melanie S.

Brandon, SD

5.0 out of 5 stars
•23 reviews
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A Merry Poppins for ALL your pets!

Pet care experience

Hello! My name is Melanie and I have been pet and house sitting for more than 20 years. I give your pets 110% of my attention and love while they are in my care. My past pet owners have always told me they are glad to see how happy their pets are when they return home. I have experience giving medications, to include pills and injections. I will scoop your yard and clean litter boxes too! I can't run marathons, but I can give your critters a nice brisk walk. I would love to be your new sitter, and meet new friends too!

Reviews

Liz R.
House Sitting • Apr 29, 2024
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Melanie was great with Benny! She checked in with us often, and sent several photos. We were very comfortable with her in our home!

Tammy B.
House Sitting • Dec 11, 2023
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Melanie was awesome. She stayed with our pup just as she said she would. She sent updates and I know he was well taken care of. We will definitely have Melanie back!

Gracie C.
House Sitting • Oct 30, 2023
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Melanie was the best! She was very attentive to our dog and cat while we were away and made sure she knew how to give them the best care while we were away. We felt lucky to have Melanie house sit for us!

Daniel E.
Drop-In Visits • Oct 05, 2023
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Melanie was great, attentive responsive and loving to our fur babies. I’d recommend her any day!

About Melanie S.

Communication

13 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I can’t currently board dogs where I am living as we already have two dogs here. I hope to soon when I have my own place again.

Information Melanie S. would like to know about your pet

I always find out about medications, this is the most important of all. I always like to know if they have shyness towards people and other dogs so I know that before taking them on walks. Dogs with high levels of activity and bigger dogs are ok, I just can't run with them. I love all dog types, I don't have any preferences!

A typical day

I like to check-out the area to find nature trails, dog parks, etc., and take the dogs there for walks and play time. This gives them good exercise too. If I have a dog that loves ball, I always have one with me!

Services

House Sitting
in your home
$32per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$25per visit

Melanie can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old

Availability

I would like to have Rover as my only income so I can devote the time your pets require! This type of work fits my lifestyle best!

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Calendar last updated 10 days ago
House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Melanie S.

Communication

13 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I can’t currently board dogs where I am living as we already have two dogs here. I hope to soon when I have my own place again.

Information Melanie S. would like to know about your pet

I always find out about medications, this is the most important of all. I always like to know if they have shyness towards people and other dogs so I know that before taking them on walks. Dogs with high levels of activity and bigger dogs are ok, I just can't run with them. I love all dog types, I don't have any preferences!

A typical day

I like to check-out the area to find nature trails, dog parks, etc., and take the dogs there for walks and play time. This gives them good exercise too. If I have a dog that loves ball, I always have one with me!

Location

Brandon, SD

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Melanie S.

Brandon, SD

5.0 out of 5 stars
•23 reviews