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Melissa A.

Washington, IN

5.0 out of 5 stars
•68 reviews
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VET TECH & PET SITTER W/ 21 YRS EXP

Pet care experience

I have worked as a veterinary assist and pet sitter for 21 years, so needless to say I have the experience. You can rest easy knowing they will be in good hands. I have many excellent references of pet owners whose pets I watch freq/recently that I can give you. While on your vacation I send updates as well as pictures so you are aware of how your pet is doing, usually through text messages or email. I am very reliable and trustworthy and your pets well being is my top priority! I walk the dogs as many times as you'd like and whenever you'd like. Due to a move and smaller living arrangements I can only host cats or dogs under 50 lbs. I can take care of any size pet if you need me to come to your home. Please feel free to contact me anytime & we can discuss the details further & set up a time to meet. Thank you and hope to hear from you soon! Sincerely, Melissa About this sitter: Hello, my name is Melissa and I have 21 years experience working and living with pets. I have a 17 yr old son and a 8 yr. old daughter. We moved to beautiful Clearwater Fl. In 2010. In 2018 we moved back home to southern Indiana to be closer to family. I treat your dog (s) like my own & you can rest easy knowing they'll be in good hands with me. I have exp working with older pets, pets that need medications and/or injections, separation anxiety, etc.. Why I love dog sitting I have had a passion for animals for as long as I can remember. Pets are your friend no matter what. They are so loyal and loving. I started working at a veterinary clinic in the late 90's and have worked at other animal hospitals as well as a pet store and grooming salon up until I had my daughter. I decided to pet sit instead of returning to work so I could stay home with her. Watching pets is such a joy and I'm so happy and grateful to be able to do what I love to do. I have a lot of regular client friends so I'm fortunate to be able to watch a lot of the same dogs often! About my yard: We do not have a fenced in yard but we have a beautiful yard, woods, stream & I leash walk them several times a day. My experience administering medication I am very confident and experienced in my ability to administer medications by mouth or injections. I have worked in veterinary clinics for 15 yrs so I am very comfortable and qualified.

Reviews

Ruth A.
Dog Boarding • Jul 21, 2021
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Melissa truly treated Louise as her own. Louise is a senior dog and cannot get around very well. I was texted updates regularly and knew Louise was being taken care of. It was nice being far from home but feeling completely comfortable with Louise's care. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

Nike33 S.
Dog Boarding • Jun 14, 2021
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Excellent!!

Emily H.
Dog Boarding • May 30, 2021
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Melissa is awesome! Our dogs are happy dogs when we get home and she is very flexible with last minute arrangements. We definitely will continue using her services.

Missy M.
Dog Boarding • Feb 20, 2021
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No issues with dropping off or picking. Scooter was a happy pup when I picked him up. Will use again. Thank you Melissa.

About Melissa A.

Communication

16 repeat pet parents
30% bookings with photo updates

Skills

21 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has cats
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$25per night
House Sitting
in your home
$25per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$15per visit

Melissa can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs

Melissa can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Calendar last updated 2 years ago
Melissa can host up to 3 pets per night
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Melissa A.

Communication

16 repeat pet parents
30% bookings with photo updates

Skills

21 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has cats
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

Location

Washington, IN

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Melissa A.

Washington, IN

5.0 out of 5 stars
•68 reviews