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Melinda R.

Paradise Hills, San Diego, CA

4.9 out of 5 stars
324 reviews
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Services

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

Melinda can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Melinda R.

Communication

157 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
50% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

32 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Can provide daily exercise

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, has cats
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Melinda R. would like to know about your pet

I am able to care for all pets. Please let me know how I can make your pets stay be the best.

A typical day

I love interacting with my canine guests. They are welcome to hang out inside or outside my home. Inside they hang out while my family and I go about our business of family time, dinner, board games, watching movies etc. They can hop on our sofas and beds. Outside they have access to shade, plenty of fresh water and a large area of green lawn. The backyard is completely fenced and private. I am home for most of the day except when I go on short errands, take the kids to school, go grocery shopping, etc. I am never away for too long. I like to take my dog as well as guest dogs on walks around the neighborhood, to the local park, balboa park, and other areas around town. I can provide care at your home while you are away. Rest assured that your pet will be cared for as if it were my own.

Location

San Diego, CA

Melinda R.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Love being outside

Pet care experience

I grew up in a household that loved animals and treated all of our pets like family. I've owned many dogs, cats, lizards, and rabbits throughout my life. Now I am now a stay at home mom with our two energetic boys, our dog Chloe, and two cats. We love to play at the park, go on hikes, nature walks, and other outdoor activities that I know your dogs would just love. I have a nice green backyard that your dogs would love to run around in. It is completely fenced in so that the dogs are secure at all times. There are trees for shade and they always have plenty of fresh water available. They have free access to come inside our home and hang out, when they stay with us they are part of the family. I live in a safe and quiet neighborhood that will put you at ease knowing your pet will be enjoying his stay, be safe, and getting the attention, love, and care they need. I am available between 6am and 9pm for drop offs, pick ups, and meet and greets.

Reviews

Nicole C.
Boarding • juin 30, 2026
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Melinda took good care of my pup and kept him active!

Karrie J.
Boarding • juin 25, 2026
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Melinda was awesome! This was my first time using Rover and 1st time leaving my girl Rose with a sitter but Melinda was great and Rose was well cared for and loved while I was away!! I highly recommend Melinda!!

Jocelyn F.
Boarding • mars 07, 2026
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Melinda really is a rockstar!! I love that she genuinely has advanced experience and an amazing and uplifting spirit. I will definitely be trying to book with her again and will recommend 10/10 !! I’m so grateful for her attention to Zeus and Chloe is a sweetheart!

Nicole O.
Boarding • déc. 17, 2025
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Melinda was fantastic with our puppy Julius! She watched him for a week in her home and kept him busy with walks and park visits. He was so tired when he got home, he slept most the day. He was very happy and comfortable in her home. Will definitely book again.

About Melinda R.

Communication

157 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
50% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

32 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Can provide daily exercise

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, has cats
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Melinda R. would like to know about your pet

I am able to care for all pets. Please let me know how I can make your pets stay be the best.

A typical day

I love interacting with my canine guests. They are welcome to hang out inside or outside my home. Inside they hang out while my family and I go about our business of family time, dinner, board games, watching movies etc. They can hop on our sofas and beds. Outside they have access to shade, plenty of fresh water and a large area of green lawn. The backyard is completely fenced and private. I am home for most of the day except when I go on short errands, take the kids to school, go grocery shopping, etc. I am never away for too long. I like to take my dog as well as guest dogs on walks around the neighborhood, to the local park, balboa park, and other areas around town. I can provide care at your home while you are away. Rest assured that your pet will be cared for as if it were my own.

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Melinda R.

Paradise Hills, San Diego, CA

4.9 out of 5 stars
324 reviews