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Melissa F.

Lodi, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
121 reviews
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Services

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

Melissa can care for

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

Availability

Starting school this summer (2025) at Sac City College. Mostly online with some travel needed to get up to Sacramento, so my once complete flexibility has a few restrictions now.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Melissa F.

Communication

23 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I always ensure that there are no open exits for pets to leave through unsupervised. Nothing gets left on the floor or on any easy-access spaces. I keep a neat and tidy environment as a personal preference that also benefits my pets or my clients' pets. I'm thorough when it comes to a pets' daily routine, following their eating schedule or taking the preferred walking route if there is one.

Information Melissa F. would like to know about your pet

Please inform me of any health concerns or allergies. I also prefer to know if your dogs are reactive to anything such as other dogs, small children, loud noises, etc. That way I can keep a watchful eye and help avoid any stressful situations.

A typical day

I'm an active person, so if your dog likes to run, I am more than happy to get some exercise in with your pet. If your dog prefers to meander and smell everything with each new step, I am perfectly fine matching their casual stroll. With dogs and cats alike, I'll play with them with whatever toys they enjoy.

Location

Lodi, CA

Melissa F.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Compassionate, Patient and Reliable

Pet care experience

I love all kinds of animals and grew up with and cared for dogs, cats, fish and hamsters. I view them as sentient, soulful creatures that deserve our utmost care and devotion to ensure they live as happy of a life as their human counterparts. **Update - starting school (2025); working with established clients only for now!

Cat care experience

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A true Cat-Mom at Heart

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

Reviews

Shelly A.
House Sitting • May 10, 2026
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Melissa is fantastic in all ways! She is my first choice for sure as she os great with our pet, follow all directions and leaves our house spotless!

Adam T.
House Sitting • May 03, 2026
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Amazing, as always. Very reliable, daily updates, house very clean.

Debbie C.
House Sitting • Mar 14, 2026
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Awesome sitter! Can’t say enough good things about Melissa.

Shelly A.
House Sitting • Feb 10, 2026
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Melissa is the best! Our fatty cat loves her! She is punctual, communicative, efficient, great with our pet as well as our house. I am completely relaxed, knowing that she is taking care of things for us. I will book her again and again and again!

About Melissa F.

Communication

23 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I always ensure that there are no open exits for pets to leave through unsupervised. Nothing gets left on the floor or on any easy-access spaces. I keep a neat and tidy environment as a personal preference that also benefits my pets or my clients' pets. I'm thorough when it comes to a pets' daily routine, following their eating schedule or taking the preferred walking route if there is one.

Information Melissa F. would like to know about your pet

Please inform me of any health concerns or allergies. I also prefer to know if your dogs are reactive to anything such as other dogs, small children, loud noises, etc. That way I can keep a watchful eye and help avoid any stressful situations.

A typical day

I'm an active person, so if your dog likes to run, I am more than happy to get some exercise in with your pet. If your dog prefers to meander and smell everything with each new step, I am perfectly fine matching their casual stroll. With dogs and cats alike, I'll play with them with whatever toys they enjoy.

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Melissa F.

Lodi, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
121 reviews