Melanie S.
Northwest, NV
Dog-lover here for you
Pet care experience
I have years of experience with large breed dogs, and now a standard poodle puppy of my own! My long haired chihuahua recently passed away at 15, so I have plenty of experience with small dogs. I love dogs, truly, and even the parts that aren’t great like my when my super senior chihuahua was still alive and needed extra care that comes with old age or cleaning up puppy messes. I’m experienced in dog medical issues, pill times, vet visits, surgeries, heart problems, and even the dog Heimlich maneuver. I work full time from 0600-2:30 pm usually, with weekends free. I’m available before work if you live close to me or my job by the RNO airport and I’m free after 4 pm. I have some flexibility the closer to me or my workplace you are! I do not have a yard at my apartment but there is a dog park on-site! Multiple walks a day, including my lunch for puppy time, if crating is needed please bring the crate with the dog as my chihuahua does not get crated and my puppy only crates at night. I do allow dogs on furniture, and if a large puppy or small dog breed of chihuahua makes you or your dog nervous for home stays, I am willing to do a meet-and-greet first. Once you meet my chihuahua his well-trained and gentle manner will speak for itself. My puppy is a sweetheart who is eager to please!
Reviews
Melanie was incredible with my cat! She was on time, good at communicating, and took amazing care of Halle. I will be using her again in the future!
Thank you again!!
I greatly appreciate Melanie taking care of my kitty. Hazel is a shy cat but was very happy to get her daily wet food.
Melanie was amazing!! We had her visit two dogs at two different houses and bring one of them to our son’s wedding for photos. She was kind, reassuring, sent pics, etc. We would HIGHLY recommend Melanie and will be using her again!!
About Melanie S.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I always ask if there is a yard and if it’s fenced. I like to know where leashes and bags are for walks too! Toys and treats, especially for kitties, are important!
Home
Information Melanie S. would like to know about your pet
Please let me know anything you can about your dog! Nothing is too small, some dogs are very particular and I am accommodating however I can’t read minds (even if I wish I could!). Behavior things like “fluffy does not like bicycles” are important. I will need medication schedules along with the medications as necessary and a list of allergies too
A typical day
The Reno area is amazing for great dog walks! I do have an on-site dog park and plenty of dog spots but if you have a dog park you prefer that’s cool too just let me know! I love to play fetch with dogs, work on skills as needed like sit and I love when dogs show off tricks! Bring toys especially your dog’s favorite, chewing toys approved by owner always an option
Services
Melanie can host
Melanie can watch in your home
Availability
I currently work full time Monday to Friday in an office environment. I’m home most weekends and spend my lunch with my puppy. I’m usually done with work around 3-4 pm
About Melanie S.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I always ask if there is a yard and if it’s fenced. I like to know where leashes and bags are for walks too! Toys and treats, especially for kitties, are important!
Home
Information Melanie S. would like to know about your pet
Please let me know anything you can about your dog! Nothing is too small, some dogs are very particular and I am accommodating however I can’t read minds (even if I wish I could!). Behavior things like “fluffy does not like bicycles” are important. I will need medication schedules along with the medications as necessary and a list of allergies too
A typical day
The Reno area is amazing for great dog walks! I do have an on-site dog park and plenty of dog spots but if you have a dog park you prefer that’s cool too just let me know! I love to play fetch with dogs, work on skills as needed like sit and I love when dogs show off tricks! Bring toys especially your dog’s favorite, chewing toys approved by owner always an option
Location
Reno, NV
Pets
Melanie S.
Northwest, NV