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Melinda C.

Star Sitter

Hazelwood, Portland, OR

5.0 out of 5 stars
13 reviews
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Services

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.

Melinda can care for

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

Availability

I’m a substitute teacher so I have summers free and a lot of flexibility with my schedule. I have very few things scheduled for this year.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Melinda C.

Communication

3 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

40 years of experience

Safety, trust & environment

It’s your home and your pets, and I will be completely and utterly respectful of your property and any rules you have in place or procedures that you would like followed.

Location

Portland, OR

Melinda C.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Melinda C. 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.

Loving pets is loving life!

Pet care experience

My family always had animals growing up dogs, cats, chickens, and the occasional horse. Except for a couple years in college, I have always had a pet. I don’t wanna choose between cats and dogs. I love them both. I know all of the dogs in our neighborhood by name. And I usually am hanging out with your pet if you invited me over for a barbecue.

Cat care experience

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Gah I love all the cats!

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

Reviews

Brandon & Elise J.
House Sitting • May 23, 2026
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Melinda was great! She kept the pets happy, sent adorable pictures, and left the house in great shape. We'd definitely hire her again!

Hannah S.
House Sitting • Apr 27, 2026
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Melinda did a wonderful job caring for my two dogs and cat over the weekend. My very energetic dog got a lot of play time, and my shy dog was given lots of love. I felt very confident that they were all being well cared for while I was away.

David W.
House Sitting • Apr 27, 2026
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Our german shepherd loved Melinda from the moment she arrived

Taylor S.
House Sitting • Apr 20, 2026
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Melinda was a great communicator and she was clean and great with our pups! One of our dogs struggles with new people and Melinda and patient and kind, and both dogs seemed happy and well cared for when we returned, and she even laundered bedding before she headed home. I’m very excited to know that Melinda is there when we want to head out of town without the pups.

About Melinda C.

Communication

3 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

40 years of experience

Safety, trust & environment

It’s your home and your pets, and I will be completely and utterly respectful of your property and any rules you have in place or procedures that you would like followed.

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.
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Melinda C.

Star Sitter

Hazelwood, Portland, OR

5.0 out of 5 stars
13 reviews