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Melinda R.

5.0 out of 5 stars
1 repeat client
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Melinda R.

5.0 out of 5 stars
1 repeat client

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $20 per visit

Highlights

Enhanced background check
8 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Never too many dogs

I love dogs, and believe that the more we have, the merrier. My two dogs rule my house and always want more friends. I have been taking care of dogs for as long as I can remember.

Qualifications

1 repeat pet parent
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
8 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

I have a large fenced yard and two delightful, social, playful dogs. Dogs get daily walks, lots of treats and as much couch time as they want

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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1 rating
Kenneth V.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Dec 26, 2025

Great communication and flexibility. I was flying standby and had to make some changes and Melinda was flexible. She kept me well informed on how my pooches were doing. Will definitely book with her again.

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Joe K.
Dec 05, 2025

Some might say my cats and dog are high maintenance. Melinda says they are charming. Melinda knows they mean the world to me and she gives them the best. That means slow walks with my dog and sometimes hand feeding her kibble because it just tastes better that way. She always sends me pictures of the kitties so I know they are OK, and also have not destroyed the house. They probably wish I would leave town more so they could spend more time with Melinda.

Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I work remotely and have plenty of time for taking care of dogs - including daily hikes on the trails just next to my house

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Melinda can host up to 3 drop-ins per day
We love all dogs and appreciate information about resource guarding, recall, treat restrictions, etc. My house is fairly dog proof but always good to know about chewing tendencies.
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.