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Melissa F.

4.9 out of 5 stars
31 repeat pet owners
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Melissa F.

4.9 out of 5 stars
31 repeat pet owners

Contact for Boarding

from US$65 per night

Highlights

Melissa has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
40 years of experience
Home full-time
Can administer medication
Special needs experience

Pet care experience

Boarding, Walks & Drop Ins

What started years ago as a deep love for dogs has grown into a boutique pet-sitting service dedicated to giving your pet a true 'home away from home.' Because I only watch a select few dogs at a time, your pup becomes part of the family during their stay, receiving endless affection, regular exercise, and close supervision. Because I offer a highly personalized, small-group environment, I am best suited for well-mannered, house-trained dogs who enjoy the company of others. I require a brief Meet & Greet before finalizing any bookings to protect the comfort, safety, and routine of all the dogs in my care.

Qualifications

31 repeat pet owners
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
40 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

4.9
stars
79 ratings
Autumn H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jul 05, 2026

If we could give Melissa 100 stars we would! She was so good to our dog Freddy! This was the first time we went on a trip and not worried about our dog! Melissa went over and beyond to take care of Freddy and gave him so much loved while we went on a trip. Freddy is very timid and shy dog and she was able make him feel comfortable and he loves her. Melissa also went over and beyond to communicate with me on a daily basis and when I was worried about our electricity going out during the heat wave that happened in our area, she made sure I knew Freddy was good and it wasn’t too hot in our house and the electricity was working which gave me peace of mind. We are so impressed with her and will definitely will be using her services again! Thank you so much Melissa!!!!

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Emily D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • May 26, 2026

Melissa was a wonderful host for our dog over the long weekend! The photos and updates Melissa provided were great to let us know our dog was getting lots of walks and snuggles (her two favorite things). Melissa was very flexible about coordinating a drop off and pick up time.

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Lisa R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • May 16, 2026

Melissa goes over and beyond to take care of the dogs. I love receiving her photos and seeing how happy our babies are. We come back to happy dogs and a clean house. We have used her before and will continue to do so in the future.

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Sydney S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Mar 15, 2026

Couldn’t have felt more reassured and comfortable that I made the right choice for my pup to stay with Melissa! 💕he had a blast

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Kevin N.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Mar 09, 2026

Both times watching Wrangler were great. Pics, updates. Flexable with times.

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Kelly W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Feb 15, 2026

Melissa has once again taken great care of our pets. We never worried about them once. Her daily reports and pics are fun! Our flight was delayed and she was able to accommodate us. Can’t say enough about the great care she provides.

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I'm available to accommodate boarding, walks and drop-ins in the immediate Olney, MD area. I live in a very pet friendly neighborhood with tons of green space and plenty of fun areas to walk!

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a flat
Has an unfenced garden
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Pets allowed on furniture
Toilet breaks every 0-2 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I am extremely careful with client's pets. I pride myself in treating client's dogs as if they are my own. I am extremely cautious while on walks and make certain your pets are secured and safe at all times.

A typical day

My neighborhood is very pet-friendly where everyone loves dogs. For walks and drop-in visits, I come prepared with bags, treats and extra leashes and collars. Your dogs and I will have an amazing time together!

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Takes only one pet owner at a time
Melissa can host up to 2 pets per night
Please let me know anything special about your dog's temperament and preferences so we can have the best time together! I am excited to meet your pets!
Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass an identity verification. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support and reimbursement for eligible vet care.