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Melanie S.

Houghton-Le-Spring

5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
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These prices are for 1 dog, including a booking fee of 11%.

Services

Melanie can host

Cats
0 to 7 kg
7 to 18 kg
Dogs over 1 year old
Non-neutered males accepted, spayed females only
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time

Availability

I work four days during the week however that time is split between the office and working from home. On the days when I am in the office I have a brilliant dog walker that I use their service is called Petslovecuddles - I have used them for over 4 years for my own dog and other dogs I have looked after. They can go on a group walk in the middle of the day with other dogs off lead for £10 per walk

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About Melanie S.

Communication

48% response rate
Usually responds in under 12 hours
70% bookings with photo updates

Dog skills

5 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a fenced garden that they can go for a little run around or to the toilet and I live opposite lovely semi rural countryside with lots of big fields, this is where I would walk your dog and they can be off lead safely (if this is something you are happy with). I walk them morning and evening and if it’s on an office day they would also get walked in the middle of the day by the dog walker. They would be left for four hours max at a time on work days. I am happy for snuggles on the sofa and they can sleep upstairs either on the landing in their own bed (with my bedroom door open) or if they want to sleep on my bed they can😊

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Melanie S. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your dog struggles with seeing other dogs out and about and how you would usually manage this so that I can take the same approach

A typical day

I will take them for lots of walks and fields to play fetch in the area where I live, I also go to the beach a lot so if they like the beach then I can take them there with me for a good run around

Location

Houghton-Le-Spring, United Kingdom

Melanie S.'s Neighborhood

Cosy doggy sitting service in lovely countryside

Pet care experience

I had my own dog for four years and have looked after friends and families dogs at my house many times, I love hosting dogs and making them feel at home🥰

Reviews

Vèè K.
Boarding • Apr 21, 2026
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Melanie was excellent! I would definitely book again. Ollie was happy and settled the entire time. Thank you 😊 xxx

Ann E.
Boarding • Mar 21, 2026
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We were very satisfied with the lovely service provided by Melanie whilst looking after our pooch Otis. We met up before our holidays and she took to Otis straight away and him to her. She looked after him for 8 nights and I think it was almost home from home for him. Melanie provided us with updates and photos which really put our minds at ease. We would certainly use Melanie again without a doubt. Thank you very much Melanie

neil c.
Boarding • Mar 12, 2026
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Oscar was looked after really well, Melanie kept in touch the whole week and sent pictures. Would highly reccoment .

Boarding • Feb 16, 2026

Melanie S. cancelled a booking 1 day before it was scheduled to begin.

About Melanie S.

Communication

48% response rate
Usually responds in under 12 hours
70% bookings with photo updates

Dog skills

5 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a fenced garden that they can go for a little run around or to the toilet and I live opposite lovely semi rural countryside with lots of big fields, this is where I would walk your dog and they can be off lead safely (if this is something you are happy with). I walk them morning and evening and if it’s on an office day they would also get walked in the middle of the day by the dog walker. They would be left for four hours max at a time on work days. I am happy for snuggles on the sofa and they can sleep upstairs either on the landing in their own bed (with my bedroom door open) or if they want to sleep on my bed they can😊

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Melanie S. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your dog struggles with seeing other dogs out and about and how you would usually manage this so that I can take the same approach

A typical day

I will take them for lots of walks and fields to play fetch in the area where I live, I also go to the beach a lot so if they like the beach then I can take them there with me for a good run around

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Melanie S.

Houghton-Le-Spring

5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews