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Melanie S.

Petawawa, ON

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

Services

Melanie can care for

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

Availability

My days are free to come play with, snuggle and love on your dog. I can provide meal breaks, or just a visit to break up the day.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About Melanie S.

Communication

1 repeat pet parent
80% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I have experience with dogs both allowed to roam or crated. I am comfortable with crating dogs, and love finding ways to keep them entertained.

Information Melanie S. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if you have any tips or tricks particular to your fur baby. All breeds have different personalities, and I love seeing them all.

A typical day

I like to keep the dogs busy, so they have less time to miss you. Playing with toys, working on commands and snuggling are all great ways to keep them entertained.

Location

Petawawa, ON

Melanie S.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Let me love your dog!

Pet care experience

I have been caring for animals for over 30 years. In addition to having three cats and a service dog at home, I have looked after dogs and cats from birth through to helping them cross the rainbow bridge.

Cat care experience

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Crazy cat lady

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

Reviews

Paul L.
Dog Walking • Nov 12, 2025
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We were late and she patiently waited. Melanie is super nice and loves dogs! Thank you 😁

Jordan M.
Drop-In Visits • Aug 31, 2025
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Melanie was amazing!! This was my first time being away and having a sitter for the dogs and I was nervous; but Melanie was awesome. Sent pictures and updates on happenings. I felt at ease knowing she was checking in on them.

Jen C.
Dog Walking • Aug 28, 2025
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Mel was great. Apollo liked her.

Marielle L.
Jan 17, 2025

Melanie was kind enough to take care of my 2 cats and 2 dogs (1 was a puppy at the time) for about 6 weeks and with short notice. She took the time to send photos and updates as she knew I was sad to be away and anxious about leaving a puppy that I was still house training. I was comforted by the updates showing that she loved my pets and took excellent care of them. My dogs (especially) were always happy to see her and enjoyed play dates with Melanie’s 2 dogs.

About Melanie S.

Communication

1 repeat pet parent
80% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I have experience with dogs both allowed to roam or crated. I am comfortable with crating dogs, and love finding ways to keep them entertained.

Information Melanie S. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if you have any tips or tricks particular to your fur baby. All breeds have different personalities, and I love seeing them all.

A typical day

I like to keep the dogs busy, so they have less time to miss you. Playing with toys, working on commands and snuggling are all great ways to keep them entertained.

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Melanie S.

Petawawa, ON

5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews