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Melissa A.

North Hills, San Diego, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
77 reviews
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Services

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

Melissa can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only

Melissa can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Melissa A.

Communication

31 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

4 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

Information Melissa A. would like to know about your pet

* feeding times * food allergies/health concerns * how they interact with dogs/humans * how the owners discipline their dog * can they have treats/human foods * if they just peed/pooped * any special concerns from the owner

A typical day

Usually I like to take dogs to dog parks (pending what the owner tells me about how their dogs interact with other dogs). I love Balboa park, so we could walk around there and enjoy that park, or if you have a local park available, I can go there. I also like playing catch and tug of war with dogs -- you know, all the regular stuff with dogs.

Location

San Diego, CA

Melissa A.'s Neighborhood

Pets

I *Heart* Dogs

Pet care experience

I have vicariously become a dog owner through my friends' dogs. Aside from dog and house sitting for friends, I have been working under rover you get my doggie fix. At least until recently. I now am a happy dog owner. I can really appreciate the need for consistently of training now that I have my fur baby. I like to know how dog owners take care of their dogs, and stay consistent with their habits (i.e. feed times, walking times, etc..). My experience ranges from small to large dogs, from boston terriers to huskies. I'm also open to any particulars you would require for your dogs, if any. Recently moved to the north park area and would also love to meet owners with dogs that match my beagles mutts laidback playful personally. Let me know if you're interested in social walks or dog park outings! Looking forward to hearing from you!

Reviews

Narisa C.
House Sitting • sept. 03, 2025
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She’s our go to gal when we leave for longer international trips! Melissa is so good with my sometimes difficult demons and I appreciate her daily detailed updates and high quality pics!

Bailey P.
Dog Walking • déc. 29, 2024
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Melissa is always the absolute best! I know my pup's in the best of hands, Melissa always loves her like her own and sends me all the pictures and videos so I never have to wonder how she's doing. Recommend her 1000%!

Shelby E.
Drop-In Visits • janv. 07, 2024
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Melissa has gone above and beyond! She dropped in to check on my cat for 2 weeks and was very thorough in every way. My cat had developed a skin issue while I was gone and she was very flexible with changing his food and even offering to take him to the vet, if needed. She sent updated pictures every day and made me deel

Christina M.
House Sitting • déc. 30, 2023
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Melissa was wonderful and took excellent care of my pup Sadie! I will definitely reach out to her again. Thank you Melissa for taking such good care of her!

About Melissa A.

Communication

31 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

4 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

Information Melissa A. would like to know about your pet

* feeding times * food allergies/health concerns * how they interact with dogs/humans * how the owners discipline their dog * can they have treats/human foods * if they just peed/pooped * any special concerns from the owner

A typical day

Usually I like to take dogs to dog parks (pending what the owner tells me about how their dogs interact with other dogs). I love Balboa park, so we could walk around there and enjoy that park, or if you have a local park available, I can go there. I also like playing catch and tug of war with dogs -- you know, all the regular stuff with dogs.

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Melissa A.

North Hills, San Diego, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
77 reviews