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Melanie S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
17 repeat clients
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Melanie S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
17 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $25 per visit

Highlights

Melanie has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
17 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

So Much Fun to be Had!

I’ve been caring for pets for as long as I can remember. Starting in high school and continuing through college, I often watched neighborhood dogs and cats, and over the years I’ve had the joy of caring for the pets of friends and family. Whether it's for a few hours or several days, every moment spent with animals brings me happiness, cuddles, and so much fun! One of my favorite and most meaningful experiences has been raising my own dog, Bailey—a sweet 3-year-old Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. I’ve had her since she was a puppy, and she’s taught me invaluable lessons about responsibility, love, and the deep bond we share with our pets. Caring for animals isn’t just something I do—it’s something I truly love. Every pet has their own personality, and I take pride in making sure they feel safe, happy, and loved while in my care.

Qualifications

17 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
17 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

I will treat your furry friend with all of the love, respect, and pets that they receive with you. Every pet is different so if you request a half hour walk and your pup only wants to stay outside for 15 mins the rest of the time will be spent with belly rubs and loving.

Ratings and reviews

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118 ratings
Elena C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jul 12, 2026

Melanie was awesome! She took such good care of our two cats and was very communicative! Would 100% recommend!

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Marissa B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Mar 19, 2026

Melanie is wonderful! Our senior dog needs a bit more attention and she’s great with him. She also is very communicative which we appreciate. Highly recommend!!!

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Martha C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Mar 15, 2026

Callie has such a good time with Melanie!

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Nalana H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Dec 19, 2025

Amazing!!!

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Martha C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Dec 18, 2025

Best sitter ever! Callie loves her!!

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Casey C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Nov 30, 2025

Knowing that Melanie is checking in on my cat while I'm on travel always a huge peace of mind! She's is very responsive to communication and works so well with cats that require medicine and other daily special needs. I would highly recommend Melanie to anyone!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I work Monday through Friday from 9 AM to 5 PM, so I’m currently unavailable for weekday daytime walks or drop-ins. However, I’m generally available on weekends unless my calendar says otherwise. I’ll always keep my schedule up to date so you know exactly when I’m free!

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Melanie can host up to 1 drop-in per day
Feel free to share any special details about your pet’s personality or preferences. I’m more than happy to make any accommodations needed to ensure they feel safe, happy, and comfortable in my care.
Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.