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Melissa B.

Morgan Park, Chicago, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
69 reviews
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Services

Melissa can look after

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old

Availability

When housesitting, I will be staying overnight in your home with your pets, and spending the majority of the time booked with your pets in your home. I generally do need to leave for at least a few hours each day, whether that is to walk other clients or go home and offer additional care to my own pets, so I would like to know how comfortable you are with your pet having some alone time and how long that should be for your pet. My maximum time away from any housesit would be six hours, but some dogs have different needs and I can adjust this on a case-by-case basis.

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House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Melissa B.

Communication

17 repeat pet owners
84% response rate
Usually responds within a few hours
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

19 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

I will not bring guests into your home, animal or human. If there will be anyone else in the home during a walk or drop-in, please let me know ahead of time, for my own peace of mind and security purposes.

Information Melissa B. would like to know about your pet

I would like to know if your dog has any allergies or dietary restrictions, any behavioral issues to look out for, and of course any medical conditions your dog may have, especially if your dog needs medication. I have loved every dog I've cared for, from Shih Tzus and Dachshunds to Labs and Boxers, but I do have a special fondness for bully breeds, senior dogs, and rescues!

A typical day

If given any, I will follow the owner's specific instructions, of course, but I also try to go with what your dog wants. I'll run around and play with super active dogs, get on the floor to play with small dogs, and snuggle with sleepy or less active dogs. I am always thinking of your dog's safety and in extreme weather conditions I will limit outdoor play as necessary.

Location

Chicago, IL

Melissa B.'s Local Area

Pets

I can't wait to meet your dog!

Pet care experience

Dogs have always been one of my favorite parts of life. I got my first puppy when I was 6, my first (supervised) dogsitting job at age 9, started regularly pet sitting in 2011, and joined Rover in 2018. I have experience with all life stages of dogs and cats, multiple pet households, pets with special needs, resource guarding, and dogs of many breeds and all sizes.

Reviews

Dog Walking • Feb 18, 2026

Melissa B. cancelled a booking 1 day before it was scheduled to begin.

Marikay E.
Dog Walking • Jan 28, 2026
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Melissa is the best with our pups!!

Joyce B.
Dog Walking • Aug 19, 2025
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Melissa has been walking my dog for quite awhile now. She’s fantastic!!! Benji gets so excited to see her. Melissa is quite reliable!! I wood strongly recommend her!!

Kelly V.
Dog Walking • May 02, 2025
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Melissa has been so great with our pup! Happy we found her!

About Melissa B.

Communication

17 repeat pet owners
84% response rate
Usually responds within a few hours
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

19 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

I will not bring guests into your home, animal or human. If there will be anyone else in the home during a walk or drop-in, please let me know ahead of time, for my own peace of mind and security purposes.

Information Melissa B. would like to know about your pet

I would like to know if your dog has any allergies or dietary restrictions, any behavioral issues to look out for, and of course any medical conditions your dog may have, especially if your dog needs medication. I have loved every dog I've cared for, from Shih Tzus and Dachshunds to Labs and Boxers, but I do have a special fondness for bully breeds, senior dogs, and rescues!

A typical day

If given any, I will follow the owner's specific instructions, of course, but I also try to go with what your dog wants. I'll run around and play with super active dogs, get on the floor to play with small dogs, and snuggle with sleepy or less active dogs. I am always thinking of your dog's safety and in extreme weather conditions I will limit outdoor play as necessary.

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Melissa B.

Morgan Park, Chicago, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
69 reviews