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Melina T.

lincolnwood, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
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Services

Melina can care for

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

Availability

I work from home which allows me to have flexibility in pet care, drop in visits, long walks, boarding, and have high patience with animals.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About Melina T.

Communication

2 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I have experience house-sitting cats, dogs, birds, hamsters and other small creatures. I am respectful of pet parents and their homes, and am mindful of quiet hours.

Information Melina T. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your pet has any special needs, preferences, or behaviours to be mindful of! Any tips in handling your special ones will help in their care and make them feel more comfortable. Thank you!

A typical day

I love taking dogs for long walks around parks, give them plenty of sniff time to get to know the neighborhood dogs, lots of play time, to make sure they get mentally and physically stimulated. Belly scratches, scratches behind the ears, and plenty of cuddles or space if they choose so! I love getting cats mentally and physically stimulated as well with sniff mats, cuddle time, and am gentle and respectful of their space and needs. Birds are wonderful and silly! I love their quirks and enjoy playing them music so they can bump along, have them hangout on my shoulders and sing to them. Hamsters get plenty of exploring and run time in controlled and safe spaces. I love feeding them and seeing them stuff their cheeks!

Location

lincolnwood, IL

Melina T.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Lover of all animals big or small!

Pet care experience

I have experience with cats, dogs, birds, fishes, hamsters and other small creatures! I have experience with administering timely prescription medications, sensory activities, play time, long walks, bathing, and copious amounts of cuddle time! I have experience training puppies with potty time, pee pads, and tricks! Kittens with litter box training, and automatic litter box training as well.

Cat care experience

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Genuine, detail-oriented, and calm.

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

Reviews

Stacey C.
Drop-In Visits • Apr 20, 2026
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MELINA IS THE BEST! I was gone for two weeks and she made daily visits to my fur baby. Mind you my cat isn’t the friendliest but she made sure he was well fed and looked after. She was so patient and friendly and made the process so smooth. She sent me photos and updates daily that made me feel so relieved being out of town for so long. Definitely rebooking her each time and recommending her to everyone!!! You fur baby is safe with her! Thank you so much Melina!! 10/10

Gina C.
Drop-In Visits • Feb 17, 2026
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We were so happy we were able to rebook Melina! She is a wonderful cat sitter!

Gina C.
Drop-In Visits • Dec 21, 2025
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Melina takes such good care of our cat and our home. She always sends a bunch of photos, which we appreciate.

Gina C.
Drop-In Visits • May 26, 2025
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Melina was great! She took very good care of our cat while we were out of town. She sent photos and updates after every visit, which was appreciated! I would highly recommend her!😊

About Melina T.

Communication

2 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I have experience house-sitting cats, dogs, birds, hamsters and other small creatures. I am respectful of pet parents and their homes, and am mindful of quiet hours.

Information Melina T. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your pet has any special needs, preferences, or behaviours to be mindful of! Any tips in handling your special ones will help in their care and make them feel more comfortable. Thank you!

A typical day

I love taking dogs for long walks around parks, give them plenty of sniff time to get to know the neighborhood dogs, lots of play time, to make sure they get mentally and physically stimulated. Belly scratches, scratches behind the ears, and plenty of cuddles or space if they choose so! I love getting cats mentally and physically stimulated as well with sniff mats, cuddle time, and am gentle and respectful of their space and needs. Birds are wonderful and silly! I love their quirks and enjoy playing them music so they can bump along, have them hangout on my shoulders and sing to them. Hamsters get plenty of exploring and run time in controlled and safe spaces. I love feeding them and seeing them stuff their cheeks!

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Melina T.

lincolnwood, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews