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Melissa A.

Star Sitter

Cheviot, OH

5.0 out of 5 stars
18 reviews
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Services

Melissa can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only
Takes only 1 client at a time

Melissa can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs

Availability

I have 4 cats of my own, so their care is a daily routine for me. I have a flexible schedule that allows me to care for other pets.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Melissa A.

Communication

5 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

12 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I usually go to the clients' home for pet sitting cats or dog walking. Although, I have a fenced-in yard with a privacy fence, which allows me to have dogs over.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 4 cats
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Melissa A. would like to know about your pet

If you could let me know your pets likes, dislikes, anything that might trigger them is helpful so I could avoid it. If you have a yard, it would be helpful to know if you prefer me walk them or just let them run around in the yard.

A typical day

Depending on the pet and what activities they like, I would do what they like. In general, with dogs, I would play fetch, tug of rope, set up a scavenger treat hunt activity, take them out for a run/walk. For cats, I would give them catnip, per the owner's permission, then have them chase a laser or ribbon, there are also hide-a-treat games.

Location

Cheviot, OH

Melissa A.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Melissa A. has Star Sitter status

The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.

A Pet's Love is Like No Other

Pet care experience

I have had 9 cats of my own. I have cared for kittens from age 2 weeks old, having to bottle feed them to senior cats who needed medication. I'm open with owners about things I find. I once noticed a cat I was caring for had worms and I relayed this to the owner. Another time, I noticed during a nail trim that a cat had a claw growing into its paw pad. The owner was so glad I caught these things and informed them. I have driven pets to the vet for a client. I have walked dogs, and cared for chickens and geckos. I am precise when following directions provided by the pet owner. I LOVE taking pictures of pets and will send them over every day.

Cat care experience

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I'm a Self Declared Crazy Cat Lady

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

Reviews

Dawn W.
House Sitting • Jun 13, 2026
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Melissa was so awesome with my dog. Her communication was excellent and she was so loving to my Rio. Will definitely use her again next summer or if we need her before. She also took excellent care of my house. Very trustworthy 😊

Sarah S.
Drop-In Visits • Apr 05, 2026
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Melissa is a kind and caring person who always takes excellent care of my pets

Ben D.
House Sitting • Jan 28, 2026
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Melissa was a fantastic sitter. It truly felt like she was caring for our cats exactly how we would, if not better! She was very communicative and we appreciated all the pictures she would send of the activities they got up to during each day. She helped us feel at ease being away from our cats, and we would highly recommend her to anyone that needs pet sitting.

Lauren S.
Drop-In Visits • Dec 27, 2025
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Melissa did such an amazing job with our kitties! This is the first time we have ever left them overnight and she made sure to take the time to love them. Couldn’t recommend her more 💜

About Melissa A.

Communication

5 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

12 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I usually go to the clients' home for pet sitting cats or dog walking. Although, I have a fenced-in yard with a privacy fence, which allows me to have dogs over.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 4 cats
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Melissa A. would like to know about your pet

If you could let me know your pets likes, dislikes, anything that might trigger them is helpful so I could avoid it. If you have a yard, it would be helpful to know if you prefer me walk them or just let them run around in the yard.

A typical day

Depending on the pet and what activities they like, I would do what they like. In general, with dogs, I would play fetch, tug of rope, set up a scavenger treat hunt activity, take them out for a run/walk. For cats, I would give them catnip, per the owner's permission, then have them chase a laser or ribbon, there are also hide-a-treat games.

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Melissa A.

Star Sitter

Cheviot, OH

5.0 out of 5 stars
18 reviews