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Melanie S.

4.8 out of 5 stars
30 repeat clients
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Melanie S.

4.8 out of 5 stars
30 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $65 per night

Highlights

Enhanced background check
12 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication
Special needs experience

Pet care experience

I protect fur babies!

I’m a dog trainer, & I’m a U.S. Army veteran with a service dog! Though people call me the dog whisperer I just communicate with canines really well. I always pay attention to detail especially for those little escape artists. I can teach your dog new tricks. I’ve gone to dog training classes and also worked for dog training companies but I currently have my own. I was the office manager that answered phone calls from new clients and answered any questions in two different languages. I was also the Assistant trainer that specialized in training dogs that had behavioral issues. I handled dogs with aggression problems, dogs that were nervous or lacked confidence, puppies that needed help with their Obedience and older dogs that needed obedience training. I also trained dogs to become Service Dogs. Throughout my life I’ve owned multiple dogs of my own. I love taking care of dogs! I also have immeasurable experience with dogs who have social and/or separation anxiety, as my two rescues both had issues with anxiety when they first came home with me. I am mostly available by 7:30a.m but sometimes I can be available all day! I can also speak Spanish fluently and a little Korean. I’m going to learn how to properly groom dogs and cats but until then I currently can offer clients bath services & nail trims. I’d also appreciate honest frequent feedback or recommendations to further improve my services. You can reach me mostly through text. I always have my cellphone on me. I’m looking forward to giving the best service ever experienced for a reasonable flexible rate. The dogs in my care are more than my furry clients, they are Ohana, family! As a pet parent myself, I know how hard it is to go away and leave your cute cuddly family member(s) behind. I have the knowledge to make sure your pets feel at ease and happy while you're out of town! That's why I promise to treat your pet(s) just like they were my own fur babies. Money is nice but happy tails and wet kisses are better! Don’t be shy to ask for a cost adjustment if my prices are too high and if it’s your first time using Rover!!! I have a service dog with me at all times as well unless my health is stable enough to just bring my electronic medical equipment. I train dogs and cut dog nails when we are not over booked with house sittings/boardings. So if you require your pet to not be left alone for more than 4hrs please let me know beforehand. I can also easily crate your dog if they can not be left out roaming AND if you provide a crate for them for their stay. *****Mandatory***** *meet&greets are due before bookings & are also due to the safety of my service dog and myself. **All meet and greets are between the $50-$150 depending on distance, unless otherwise discussed on Rover that there won’t be one needed.

Cat care experience

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Meowth that’s right!

Melanie also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Qualifications

30 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
12 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

4.8
stars
53 ratings
Nancy C.
4.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Aug 02, 2026

Melanie is very professional and very nice. Our only problem was our (mine included) lack of communication. Make sure to clarify! Do you want overnight care? Even if the booking states “1 night” but the time date stamp says same day. Clarify & voice exactly what you need. The issue of 1 night/same day start & end times may be on the Rover app? The two shocks jive..? Also, Read the entire profile. I’ve never paid or been asked to pay for a meet/greet. Again, I own some of the miscommunication but I’ll be much more specific & thorough with any future Rover bookings

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David F.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jul 23, 2026

Melanie is wonderful. She took great care of our dog (Milou) and kept us well informed with pictures and text. She even gave him a bath. He is a happy dog, and we are very happy with Melanie.

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Steven F.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jan 28, 2026

Melanie has been such a reliable, professional joy to work with. We feel confident in her care for our dog and our home.

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Robert N.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Dec 30, 2025

Melanie took care of my great Pyrenees and made her feel right at home. I was gone for a week over Christmas break and she had no issues whatsoever. My dog came back happy, healthy, and tuckered out from playing with the other dogs in Melanie's care. Highly recommend this sitter and will be booking again!

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House Sitting • Oct 24, 2025

Melanie S. cancelled a booking within a day of the start date.

Javier P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • May 07, 2025

Excellent service and reliable.

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Schedule

I’ll be going to school from home with my service dog &, my husband works from home as well so our schedules are pretty open & flexible. Thank you for your understanding.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 5 dogs, 4 cats
Children 0-5 years old
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture

Safety, trust & environment

I care for my pets and service animals with the best care possible. All are up to date with their vaccines and are all socially acquainted including with felines! ****For the safety of all animals**** ***Meet & Greets are required before all bookings. *** *Meet & greets are required for new bookings* *Meet & greets are required for new same day bookings.** ** if it’s your first time booking with my services. ** if it’s your first time booking with us and you have more than one animal** ** if you don’t have children** **if you have an animal or animals that needs extra care** ***

Pets

A typical day

Walks will happen: •At the closest dog park, we’ll play fetch, learn new skills (sit, stay, lay down...etc.) (if they’re allowed by pet parents) •Around my neighborhood or your neighborhood. (Depends on the booking) •I know a few restaurants that allow dogs, I’ve taken my two pups there as well and wouldn’t mind taking yours too! •Your pets will be photographed as much as possible the whole stay, and for every walk. A map may be sent to show where we went for every walk. *Disclaimer: If I can’t spend all day with your dog, like if I have to leave to the store, they will be safe in their crates or in the doggie area in my home. There's wee-wee pads on the floor since accidents could happen while I’m gone for puppies and older dogs. I change them frequently. DOGGY DAY CARE - 8 to 10 hours (maximum) DOG BOARDING – 24 hours+ (Clock starts during drop off with 4 hours stretch for pick – up)* ***Meet & Greet is a mandatory!!! Unless, it’s a last minute booking, I just need honest truthful facts about the pet that I am taking care of. The more information the better! Don’t forget to update your pets profile information and to include pictures, it helps sitters accept a lot faster***

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Melanie can host up to 6 pets per night
•Do they not like being touched? •Do they have any sort of trigger when being walked, like birds, other dogs, cats...etc? •Do they get along with other dogs? •Are they runners? •Do they get nervous when left alone? •Are they potty trained? •Are they crate/kennel trained? •Do they take medicine? •Are vaccines up to date? •Are they on flea prevention? •How much do they weigh? •Do they have any allergies? •Does your pet have specific needs? (Handicap, blind, deaf, tripod, missing limbs) •Have they recently been in any sort of dog accident/fights? •Are they reactive towards cats? •Are they reactive towards kids? No same day bookings** * *Meet & Greet is a must before booking with a client for any service.* *Meet & Greet is especially required for boardings & the safety of the canine(s) in my care.* *The safety & health of all of my canine(s) in my property is always top priority. * *Meet & Greets are required for same day bookings* Meet & Greets are NOT free.
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