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Melissa D.

Arcadia, MI

5.0 out of 5 stars
•11 reviews
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Little Dogs Retreat

Pet care experience

We love, love, love dogs! We have a home with a fenced yard and work from home so your pup will have lots of company for most of their stay. We also have two home dogs who are both very friendly and love having playmates. One is an elderly medium sized dog and has a hard time getting around and the other is a youngster who is only 8lbs. Therefore we prefer dogs on the smaller side (<40lbs) with no aggression issues with other dogs. Guest dogs are treated like family and are welcome throughout our home. Your dog will be well loved and cared for and treated like part of the pack. We look forward to hosting your pup.

Reviews

Julie T.
Dog Boarding • Dec 02, 2015
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We were really happy with the whole experience. Melissa and Kathleen were great to work with and our pup seemed happy and tired. They were quick to respond on everything and even sent us some pics.

Amy B.
Dog Boarding • Sep 22, 2015
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Our small, active Westie loved her week-long stay with Melissa and Sunshine. Melissa was truly fantastic. On arriving, our dog didn't make the best first impression (she was uncharacteristically snappy with Sunshine), and Melissa patiently and calmly helped the two get to know each other and to help our dog get acclimated. Melissa was great with the dogs, but she was also great in helping us feel comfortable leaving. Thank you again!

Michael G.
Dog Boarding • May 09, 2015
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Cody seemed very happy when I picked him up. I will definitely use Melissa's services again.

Mary W.
Dog Boarding • May 03, 2015
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Melissa and her dog Sunshine were wonderful hosts! I knew my dog Sugar Bear had a great time in that she didn't want to leave when I came to pick her up. She felt right at home, loved playing in the yard and the time out running. Such a wonderful experience all around!

About Melissa D.

Communication

5 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under 12 hours

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

We have a fenced yard and treat all guest dogs as we treat our own. I have had dogs my entire life and enjoying taking care of them.

Home

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

Information Melissa D. would like to know about your pet

Because we have a small dog and a senior dog we can not accommodate high activity dogs or dogs with aggression issues. Low key dogs will fit in best.

A typical day

We love to play and cuddle and go for walks. We also have two home dogs who are thrilled to participant in helping your pup feel welcomed and entertained.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$34per night
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
$35per day

Melissa can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only

Availability

We work from home and will have plenty of time to interact with your pup. We also enjoy going for walks around the neighborhood and can keep you pup entertained easily.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Calendar last updated 23 days ago
Melissa can host up to 2 dogs per day
Doggy Day Care Cancellation Policy:

About Melissa D.

Communication

5 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under 12 hours

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

We have a fenced yard and treat all guest dogs as we treat our own. I have had dogs my entire life and enjoying taking care of them.

Home

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

Information Melissa D. would like to know about your pet

Because we have a small dog and a senior dog we can not accommodate high activity dogs or dogs with aggression issues. Low key dogs will fit in best.

A typical day

We love to play and cuddle and go for walks. We also have two home dogs who are thrilled to participant in helping your pup feel welcomed and entertained.

Location

Kalamazoo, MI

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Melissa D.

Arcadia, MI

5.0 out of 5 stars
•11 reviews