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Melinda W.

5.0 out of 5 stars
11 repeat clients
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Melinda W.

5.0 out of 5 stars
11 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $16 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 will be moving from the Boise area in September and will not be available anytime after the 10th! 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

11 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% 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

5.0
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33 ratings
Jackson T.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Aug 22, 2026

Melinda is a great sitter! She took amazing care of our cat despite there being extra stress from our recent move. Was proactive and insisted on meeting us ahead of time which was comforting since we are new to the area. Overall we would absolutely book again!

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Abbie H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Aug 17, 2026

Melinda was extremely attractive and friendly. Very easy to work with.

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Ivan S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Aug 17, 2026

Melinda is communicative and you can tell she cares a lot about your pet. Highly recommended!

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Alyson B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Aug 13, 2026

Melinda did a great job with my cats! Would highly recommend her.

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Jeremy R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Aug 05, 2026

Great sitter, great fast replys, nice meet and great. Lots of pictures. Pleasent to work with. Litter boxes, food dishes and water were all in order. Id be glad to use again in the future

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Ivan S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Aug 03, 2026

Melinda is very attentive and incredible with Ava. Her communication and pictures were great. Definitely recommend!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

September 5th will be my last day of service in the Boise area as I will be moving to a different state. Dog Walking: Accepting new clients, Wednesday- Saturdays available, 8:00 am - 9:30 am time slots available. Drop in visits: Accepting new clients This schedule is up to date as of July!

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.