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Melanie S.

Northwest, NV

5.0 out of 5 stars
27 reviews
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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

Madison M.
Drop-In Visits • Jan 02, 2024
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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!

Stephen C.
Drop-In Visits • Dec 23, 2022
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Thank you again!!

Verl H.
Drop-In Visits • Nov 30, 2022
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I greatly appreciate Melanie taking care of my kitty. Hazel is a shy cat but was very happy to get her daily wet food.

Laurie W.
Drop-In Visits • Oct 06, 2022
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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

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

Skills

15 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

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

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

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

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$45per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$15per visit
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
$30per day
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$18per walk

Melanie can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Unspayed females accepted, neutered males only

Melanie can watch in your home

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

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

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Calendar last updated 2 days ago
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About Melanie S.

Communication

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

Skills

15 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

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

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

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

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Melanie S.

Northwest, NV

5.0 out of 5 stars
27 reviews