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Melissa F.

The Villages, FL

5.0 out of 5 stars
109 reviews
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Services

Melissa can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time

Melissa can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Melissa F.

Communication

22 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

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

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

A typical day

Whatever you need: )

Location

The Villages, FL

Melissa F.'s Neighborhood

Let me pamper your pooch: )

Pet care experience

September of 2015 we had to put our precious black lab down. She is so greatly missed. I was pet sitting before so she would have playmates, but now I do it because it is "therapy" for me to have the fur babies around me. I promise to take care of them as if they were my very own. I know how precious and priceless they are to their owners. I have had several dogs in the past few months that didn't want to go home: ) That must account for something! Please feel free to ask any questions that would ease your mind. We are currently available full time. Thanks for taking the time to look at my profile. Your vacation will be worry free.

Reviews

Karen M.
Boarding • Jun 25, 2026
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This was the 3rd time Melissa has taken care of Sadie. I feel very comfortable leaving her with Melissa knowing she's going to be well taken care of.

Teri R.
Boarding • Jun 09, 2026
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Never thought we would find such a fabulous sitter for our little Rudy until we found Melissa. Rudy loves staying at her home and just struts right in making himself at home! Melissa constantly stayed in touch while we were away with pictures and updates. So happy to have found her!

Walter W.
Boarding • Nov 11, 2025
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Melissa and her husband were fantastic from start to finish. Excellent communication before, during and after the stay. Always sending pics and letting me know how things were going. Will definitely use in the future.

Diana E.
Boarding • Oct 13, 2025
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I’m always reassured that leaving Loki with Melissa means he’s in good hands! Loki feels safe and loved in their home, and they treat him like family. Trust that Melissa will always take care of your pets with the utmost care and attention.

About Melissa F.

Communication

22 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

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

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

A typical day

Whatever you need: )

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Melissa F.

The Villages, FL

5.0 out of 5 stars
109 reviews