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Melissa C.

SF, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
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These prices are for 1 dog, including a booking fee of 11%.

Services

Melissa can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
No females in heat

Melissa can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

I’m an independent personal trainer, which gives me plenty of flexibility in my schedule. This allows me to easily fit in pet care and adjust to your pet’s needs as long as you can also be flexibile.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Melissa C.

Communication

96% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
30% bookings with photo updates

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I don’t offer pet care in my home since I have carpet, but in a client’s home I like to follow their preferences closely. A to-do list or simple notes with any do’s and don’ts are always helpful, but I’m happy to adapt to whatever way you prefer sharing your pet’s needs and home routines.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Melissa C. would like to know about your pet

I like to know each pet’s personality, routines, and any special needs ahead of time — like dietary preferences, favorite activities, or quirks. It’s also helpful to know how they do on walks, around other animals, and if there’s anything that makes them nervous or uncomfortable. The more I know, the better I can care for them.

A typical day

A typical day includes plenty of walks, playtime, and affection. I love keeping pets active and engaged — whether that’s a stroll around the neighborhood, hanging out at the park, playing with their favorite toys or relaxing together for some calm company. I always match their energy and make sure they feel happy, safe, and loved.

Location

SF, CA

Melissa C.'s Neighborhood

Caring Companion for Your Fur Bb <3

Pet care experience

I’ve been caring for friends’ and family’s pets for many years, from in-home visits and daily walks to overnight stays with puppies, senior dogs, and cats. While I don’t currently have pets of my own (I’d love to if I had the space!), being on Rover gives me the chance to spend time with animals.

Cat care experience

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Loving and Patient Cat Companion

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

Reviews

Arthur P.
House Sitting • Apr 29, 2026
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Melissa was great! My dog is very picky but she loved her immediately. I guess she has a great energy / demeanor that didn’t make my dog feel threatened. She left my place spotless and was super communicative. Thanks, Melissa!

Katie B.
House Sitting • Jan 05, 2026
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Meli puppy sat our 6 month old Frenchie (a big ask) and house sat for us for a week - and she was fantastic! From the start she was extremely professional (had a premade information template for us to fill out with a lot of great questions) and took time to come over and meet with us before her first stay. Through the week she was very communicative, reliable, trustworthy, and very friendly. We were able to truly enjoy our vacation away knowing she had everything handled at home. She texted us photos daily of our pup and took him on a lot of long walks. He looked super healthy and happy when we got home. Plus - our house was spotless when we returned. Couldn’t have asked for a better experience with Meli! We will definitely book her again in the future 😊

Jennifer S.
House Sitting • Dec 29, 2025
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Melissa was an absolutely wonderful sitter. She was conscientious about sending us updates, took good care of our house and charmed our dog into loving her deeply (as we saw in many cuddling photos). Our baby was in great hands with Melissa and I will definitely work with her again!

Jason C.
House Sitting • Dec 02, 2025
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We couldn’t have asked for a better sitter. She took incredible care of our home and our puppy all week, and her communication was perfect—daily check-ins with photos and videos that really put us at ease while we were away. Winnie was relaxed, happy, and clearly loved, and we came home to a spotless house. Truly professional, thoughtful, and trustworthy. We’d book her again in a heartbeat. Highly recommend.

About Melissa C.

Communication

96% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
30% bookings with photo updates

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I don’t offer pet care in my home since I have carpet, but in a client’s home I like to follow their preferences closely. A to-do list or simple notes with any do’s and don’ts are always helpful, but I’m happy to adapt to whatever way you prefer sharing your pet’s needs and home routines.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Melissa C. would like to know about your pet

I like to know each pet’s personality, routines, and any special needs ahead of time — like dietary preferences, favorite activities, or quirks. It’s also helpful to know how they do on walks, around other animals, and if there’s anything that makes them nervous or uncomfortable. The more I know, the better I can care for them.

A typical day

A typical day includes plenty of walks, playtime, and affection. I love keeping pets active and engaged — whether that’s a stroll around the neighborhood, hanging out at the park, playing with their favorite toys or relaxing together for some calm company. I always match their energy and make sure they feel happy, safe, and loved.

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.
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Melissa C.

SF, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews