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Melanie V.

Star Sitter

Wakefield-Williamsbridge, NY

5.0 out of 5 stars
•150 reviews
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Melanie V. has Star Sitter status

The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.

Flexible and loving pet sitter

Pet care experience

Hello everyone my name is Melanie and I grew up with animals my whole life. I currently live in an apartment and can host a few dogs. I have a small Maltipoo who is sweet and playful. She is trained and sleeps with me. I have taught her commands like sit, focus, watch me, etc as well as tasks. Will provide basic training for your pup during their stay. Your pup will be free to feel at home in a clean and safe environment. There is a trail we can take a walk or jog if your dog has more energy for it. There is also an enclosed field I maintain for the pups to roam free. I am very excited to help you care for your fur babies as my own. I love all animals and can’t wait to meet yours! TikTok @MelsDoggyDays I walk dogs multiple times throughout the day. Anywhere from every 2 hours for younger pups and up as well as keep a pad in the hallway. There’s bowls, toys, treats and pet beds for them. I may give them a bath after a few days into their stay. My son loves animals and we’re always excited to have more company.

Reviews

Shy S.
Dog Boarding • Apr 03, 2024
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Melanie is a gem! She is always there even at the last minute and my fur baby gets excited anytime she realizes that is where she is going! She always leaves happy and I know well taken care of. Thanks Melanie!

Toni K.
Dog Boarding • Mar 19, 2024
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Melanie is great. My Kobe loves going to her house. Melanie is great, Kobe was throwing up and she notified me immediately. She was able to nurse him back to health.

Toni K.
Dog Boarding • Feb 27, 2024
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Amazing. Kobe loves his stay all the time!

Christine M.
Dog Boarding • Feb 24, 2024
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Melanie always takes such wonderful care of Luna. She is also very good about communicating and sending pictures!

About Melanie V.

Communication

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

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

Friendly and vaccinated dogs only. Harness should be checked and properly used. No loose harness or collars. Standard 6ft leash or less. No retractable leashes please. Let’s keep our pups safe! For larger dogs, minimal to no pulling please!

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Melanie V. would like to know about your pet

All dogs must be fully vaccinated before interacting with mines or others. Your dog must be friendly and preferably been around others (puppies okay if not) in the past as I do have one of my own and board a few others at a time. Harness should be checked and properly used. No loose harness or collars. Standard 6ft leash or less. No retractable leashes please. Let’s keep our pups safe! For larger dogs, minimal to no pulling please!

A typical day

First walk of the day is before breakfast. Usual feeding unless told otherwise is 7am and 7pm. Everyday around noon we take a walk or play for sometime in an enclosed field I maintain. They explore new surroundings and run around. At home there’s plenty of toys and treats. Few more walks and they’re ready for bed.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$40per night
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
$30per day

Melanie can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs

Availability

I am always around, I have a young child attending school and sports. Pick up and drop off times should be reasonable and accurate. I have a schedule set for them. First walk of the day is before breakfast. Usual feeding unless told otherwise is 7am and 7pm. Everyday around noon we take a walk or trip for a while. They explore new surroundings and play. At home there are plenty of toys and treats. Few more walks and they’re ready for bed.

Available
Not available
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About Melanie V.

Communication

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

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

Friendly and vaccinated dogs only. Harness should be checked and properly used. No loose harness or collars. Standard 6ft leash or less. No retractable leashes please. Let’s keep our pups safe! For larger dogs, minimal to no pulling please!

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Melanie V. would like to know about your pet

All dogs must be fully vaccinated before interacting with mines or others. Your dog must be friendly and preferably been around others (puppies okay if not) in the past as I do have one of my own and board a few others at a time. Harness should be checked and properly used. No loose harness or collars. Standard 6ft leash or less. No retractable leashes please. Let’s keep our pups safe! For larger dogs, minimal to no pulling please!

A typical day

First walk of the day is before breakfast. Usual feeding unless told otherwise is 7am and 7pm. Everyday around noon we take a walk or play for sometime in an enclosed field I maintain. They explore new surroundings and run around. At home there’s plenty of toys and treats. Few more walks and they’re ready for bed.

Location

Bronx, NY

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Melanie V.

Star Sitter

Wakefield-Williamsbridge, NY

5.0 out of 5 stars
•150 reviews