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Melina A.

5.0 out of 5 stars
1 repeat client
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Melina A.

5.0 out of 5 stars
1 repeat client

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from €13 per visit

Highlights

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Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Pet Care with Knowledge and Heart🐾

Hi! I'm a biologist from Argentina with experience caring for pets in both Argentina and Italy. I grew up with turtles, rabbits, dogs, and guinea pigs, and I've always loved animals and nature. To me, pets are family members who deserve loving, reliable, and attentive care. I speak Spanish, English, German, and Italian, and I also understand some Portuguese. I especially enjoy caring for dogs and guinea pigs, but I'm also happy to look after domestic cats. I offer dog walking and pet sitting in your home, whether for a few hours or overnight. Walks usually last between one and one and a half hours, or even more, depending on your dog's needs. In case of an emergency, I will contact you immediately by phone. I'm happy to administer medication as long as your pet is accustomed to it and you have already established the routine. If you'd like, I'll also keep you updated with regular messages and photos so you can feel confident that your furry family member is safe, happy, and well cared for. When meeting a new pet, I always respect their individual personality and pace. I give them all the time they need to approach me on their own terms, sniff around, observe me, and build trust naturally. Every animal is unique, and I believe a gentle, patient introduction is the best way to create a positive bond. Since I live in a small apartment with a roommate where pets aren't allowed, I provide care exclusively in pet's home. I truly miss being around animals in Germany, so every opportunity to spend time with them is a joy. I care for every pet with patience, responsibility, and lots of affection, making sure they feel comfortable, loved, and secure while you're away. I can't wait to meet your beloved pets! 🐾

Cat care experience

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Pet Care with knowledge and heart🐾

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

Qualifications

1 repeat pet parent
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
5 years of experience
Senior dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

You can choose whether you'd prefer your pet to be cared for in your garden or taken for a walk in their favorite park. In my experience, pets feel happiest and most secure in familiar places where they're used to spending time with their family and know their surroundings. For your pet's safety, I always keep dogs on a leash during walks of course, and I can transport small pets in their secure carrier whenever necessary.

Ratings and reviews

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Petra K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Sep 10, 2026

Es war alles perfekt! Melina hat großes Interesse gezeigt und war super zuverlässig. Sie hat mir regelmäßig Bilder und Videos geschickt, und meine beiden Katzen haben sich total wohlgefühlt. Wir haben uns direkt für den nächsten Termin verabredet.

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Anke H.
Aug 28, 2026

Melina ist eine zuverlässige und begeisterte Pet-Setterin, der das Wohl der Tiere sehr am Herzen liegt. Von Natur aus interessiert sie sich für das Verhalten von Tieren und durch eigene Tierhaltung sowie ihr Biologiestudium hat sie Erfahrung und Fachkenntnisse auf dem Gebiet erworben. Ich kenne Melina seit fast 10 Jahren und kann davon zeugen, dass Tiere eines ihrer Lieblingsgesprächsthemen sind. Sie hat gelegentlich sehr gewissenhaft und liebevoll auf meine Meerschweinchen aufgepasst und sich auch öfters um Katzen und Hunde von Freunden gekümmert. Sie ist verantwortungsvoll, kompetent und einfühlsam im Umgang mit Haustieren - ich empfehle sie ohne Vorbehalte.

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Schedule

I work part-time with a flexible schedule, so we can arrange pet care or walks at times that suit both of us. Weekend bookings can also be arranged with at least one week's notice, especially for overnight or in-home pet sitting, depending on the distance to your location.

Cats
0 to 7 kg
7 to 18 kg
18 to 45 kg
Melina can host up to 2 drop-ins per day
Let me know in advance if some of your pet needs special care and how do you provide it. In our first meeting we can check the settlements from the very beginning.
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.