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Melinda W.

5.0 out of 5 stars
8 repeat clients
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Melinda W.

5.0 out of 5 stars
8 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $15 per visit

Highlights

Melinda has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
10 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Experienced kennel assistant

I have been a dog walker, sitter and kennel assistant for the last 10 plus years. Friends, coworkers, and referrals have relied on me for taking care of their dogs, cats, horses, and cows. I myself have a pit bull/Rottweiler mix. I have also leash trained goats making me very patient with even the most rambunctious walkers!

Cat care experience

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Former Kennel Assistant

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

Qualifications

8 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
10 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Safety, trust & environment

I take my dog copper for 30 minute daily walks. On my days off I take him to a state park for a longer walk and usually somewhere with water so he can swim.

Ratings and reviews

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25 ratings
Lucas H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jun 29, 2026

Melinda is great to work with. We booked her for a few drop ins over the weekend. She was very communicative and kept our dog comfortable and content while we were away. The peace of mind knowing that Ghosty was in good hands made our trip much more relaxing. We would definitely book with Melinda again.

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Brittany E.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Apr 27, 2026

Melinda is great! Our stranger wary pup warmed up to her really quickly and it is such a relief knowing they are being taken care of while I'm at work. She leaves a detailed note about how their walks went and even indulges our toy obsessed dog. So happy we found her!

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Michael M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Apr 21, 2026

Melinda was great housesitting and watching our four cats and dog. She provided updates on our pets and left the house clean.

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Morgan W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Mar 26, 2026

Melinda was great with our two high energy pups. Thank you!

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Roschelle B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Feb 27, 2026

Melinda was great! My dogs seemed comfortable with her from the moment they met her. Melinda sent updates and cute photos while we were gone. All four pups were well cared for and loved in our absence.

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tara r.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Feb 21, 2026

Very helpful and reliable appreciate her!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

July 3rd - 7th is booked! Dog Walking: Not accepting new clients, unless it is for occasional walks and not weekly reoccurring walks! Drop in visits: Accepting new clients

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Melinda can host up to 2 drop-ins per day
Please let me know if your pet has any medications, health conditions, or special care needs. I am comfortable giving oral medications or topical medication.
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.