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Melinda P.

Roman Forest, TX

5.0 out of 5 stars
20 reviews
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Services

Melinda can look after

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

Availability

I am a full-time student and currently work part time. My schedule is open for helping you out with all of your pet sitting and walking needs.

Available
Not available
MTWTFSS
House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Melinda P.

Communication

1 repeat pet owner
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Cat skills

Oral medication administration
Injectable medication administration

Safety, trust & environment

I try to keep to the routine for the animal as much as possible. Most animals are more comfortable in their own homes, which is why I prefer coming to you.

Information Melinda P. would like to know about your pet

I like knowing ahead of time if your dog is special needs, high energy, or has any issues with certain things. I'm happy to help with training where I can, and I'll do my best to accommodate their needs.

A typical day

Wake up, let the dog out, let the dog in, feed the dog, let the dog out, play fetch and/or sun bathe, let the dog in, make food, let the dog out, let the dog in, go for a walk, let the dog out, let the dog in, dinner time, let the dog out, let the dog in. All jokes aside, having a dog around you is a great feeling. Dogs are loving and loyal and make you laugh a lot.

Location

Roman Forest, TX

Melinda P.'s Local Area

Pets

Animals are better than people.

Pet care experience

**As of right now, I unfortunately cannot do overnight stays. I can do multiple, extended, early-morning and late-night drop ins. (Up to 5 Drop ins a day)** I thoroughly enjoy animals. In most cases, they are better than people. I have many years of experience with animals. I've owned dogs and cats my whole life. As well as a guinea pig, hamsters, birds and a tortoise. I currently have 4 dogs whose ages vary from 11 years old to 10 months. Each dog has been trained by me, including potty training. My daughter is currently living with me and expecting a baby in June, so I may not be available for a few weeks in June. Please message me if my calendar is blocked off. If you are close and no overnight visits are needed, I may still be able to help!

Cat care experience

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Hoping to fill my cat pet quota.

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

Reviews

Katie G.
Drop-In Visits • Mar 15, 2026
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Melinda was awesome!! She accepted last minute drop in visits for my two dogs and went above and beyond! She texted updates and spent quality time with them. Will definitely book again!

Libby H.
House Sitting • Oct 18, 2025
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Our dogs loved Melinda! Our one dog can be quite timid due to his upbringing before we adopted him, but he loved Melinda right away! She spent time with our dogs and truly cared for them. She goes above and beyond to take care for our pups and we are so thankful for her!

Hether A.
House Sitting • Oct 12, 2025
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Melinda was absolutely amazing! She went above and beyond caring for our 3 large pups post-spay, giving them gentle, attentive care every single day. Melinda sent daily pictures and detailed report cards so we always knew how our girls were doing, which gave us complete peace of mind while we were away. Melinda even helped improve our puppies’ leash manners with one-on-one attention and patience — such a thoughtful touch we didn’t expect but deeply appreciated. We couldn’t have asked for a better sitter and will absolutely be booking with her again!

Donna N.
Drop-In Visits • Oct 11, 2025
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Melinda was everything and so much more than the perfect person to care for our two doggies that mean the world to us! Such a sweet spirit they immediately loved her which made going away for us 100% better, we knew they were in good hands. She kept us informed with photos and messages for every visit and went above and beyond what was expected. Thank you Melinda for your sweet care!! Highly recommend!!

About Melinda P.

Communication

1 repeat pet owner
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Cat skills

Oral medication administration
Injectable medication administration

Safety, trust & environment

I try to keep to the routine for the animal as much as possible. Most animals are more comfortable in their own homes, which is why I prefer coming to you.

Information Melinda P. would like to know about your pet

I like knowing ahead of time if your dog is special needs, high energy, or has any issues with certain things. I'm happy to help with training where I can, and I'll do my best to accommodate their needs.

A typical day

Wake up, let the dog out, let the dog in, feed the dog, let the dog out, play fetch and/or sun bathe, let the dog in, make food, let the dog out, let the dog in, go for a walk, let the dog out, let the dog in, dinner time, let the dog out, let the dog in. All jokes aside, having a dog around you is a great feeling. Dogs are loving and loyal and make you laugh a lot.

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Melinda P.

Roman Forest, TX

5.0 out of 5 stars
20 reviews