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Melanie W.

4.9 out of 5 stars
11 repeat clients
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Melanie W.

4.9 out of 5 stars
11 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $50 per night

Highlights

Enhanced background check
35 years of experience
Home full time
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Any furry friend is welcome here!

I'm a member of one of those families who frames photos of our dogs and has Christmas gifts wrapped for them! Dogs fulfill my life, and I feel we can learn so much from their unconditional, giving love. I've never been without a dog! My husband, four children (ages 11-18), and I work together to ensure your pet’s happiness & comfort. I am very experienced in caring for dogs of all breeds and sizes. I'm most experienced with the Shih Tzu, Labrador & Golden Retriever breeds, but I love dogs of all shapes and sizes. Our house is clean and full of warmth and love. My Shih Tzu, Penny, is 8 years old and doesn't know a stranger. Your dog will be doted on, played with, fed according to your instruction, and given tons of attention. We have many repeat clients and “regulars.” We’d love to be your pets’ new home away from home! From the minute your pet arrives, we act in a way that ensures your pet gets the sense he/she is just another member of the family. Lots of special attention at first to make sure he settles in well, and soon he should feel right at home and a beloved member of our pack of humans and furry friends. We typically keep one dog at a time, sometimes two. Our sweet Shih Tzu, Penny, is always with us. We can't wait to meet you!

Qualifications

11 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
35 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

4.9
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43 ratings
Kimberly M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Feb 03, 2026

Melanie was great with my two puppies! She was very responsive and sent updates throughout the day. We will definitely be back :)

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Kimberly L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Jul 30, 2025

Melanie was a wonderful sitter! I would love to leave Noode with her again.

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Nicholas H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 01, 2025

Amazing stay with Melanie and the family! They were so accommodating and helpful!

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Mary B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Dec 08, 2024

Melanie is the BEST!!! I’m not the biggest review-writer, but I just had to write one for Melanie. I needed a rover last minute. I reached out and she responded within minutes. She kept me updated during Winston’s whole stay, including photos and videos!! Excellent communicator! Truly great people. Your babies will be loved and cared for in this home. I recommend indefinitely - 10/5 stars!!!!

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Owen M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Dec 17, 2023

We used Melanie as our sitter when our normal sitter had to cancel at the last minute. Thanks to her and her husband, we did not have to cancel our trip. She took great care of our dog and treated him like one of her own. She provided timely updates and lots of pictures.

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Jamar J.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Dec 14, 2023

Melanie and her family were absolutely wonderful!! They made our Lola feel as though she was home and most importantly, a part of their family!

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Schedule

I work as a Shipt shopper and substitute teacher, so I have a flexible schedule! My husband works from home, so he’s here all day for lots of potty breaks and treats.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced 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

Safety, trust & environment

We offer experienced, loving care in a welcoming, low-stress environment for your pets. We will treat them as our own during their stay with us.

Pets

A typical day

When your dog is with us, it is full on Camp Melanie. She have so much fun! Our family loves to hike on the weekends, sometimes Oak Mountain, Moss Rock Preserve, or anywhere that fits your pet’s needs and how much exercise our family is feeling that day. ? We may go to Aldridge Gardens in Hoover and walk the paths for lots of sniffs. We will always let you know if we have to go out of town, but we take your pet with us everywhere, if it falls within your stay and drop off and pick up works out! Our Rover buddies have been with us to Lake Martin, Seagrove Beach, weekends at a resort in Georgia, and even the mountains!

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Unspayed females accepted, neutered males only
Melanie can host up to 2 pets per night
Please let us know if your dog is a flight risk, meaning if a door is cracked open, he is bolting out! We put up Flight ✈️ Risk signs on our doors (seriously…we do ☺️) when we have a furry escape artist, so all family members are extra careful to keep them closed at all times. Please let us know if your dog is afraid of storms, bringing necessary medications, jackets, etc. with you just in case. Everybody has an accident every now and then, but please be honest with us regarding your pet’s house training. We just bought a new home and want to do our best to keep it clean for our children and your pets! Multiple accidents are problematic and sadly not welcomed back. ?
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.