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Melissa F.

5.0 out of 5 stars
32 repeat clients
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Melissa F.

5.0 out of 5 stars
32 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $25 per visit

Highlights

Melissa has Star Sitter status!
Basic background check
22 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

My Kids Have Paws!!

As a dog mom for more than 20 years, I love having all kinds of dogs in my life. I will care for your pets like I care for mine: lots of love, walks with lots of sniffing opportunities and toys aplenty! I can care for dogs ranging in size from tiny Yorkies to big Mastiffs and in age from 4 weeks to over 20 years! I have over 15 years experience with cats and am familiar with the special needs of exotic pets like rats, fish, lizards and birds too. I clean litter boxes, cages, and even aquariums. Please feel free to contact me for drop-ins or pet sitting in your home. I also do home services like mail/paper pickup, vacuuming, etc to look after the house too.

Qualifications

32 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
22 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

I care for your pets like I care for mine: lots of love, walks with lots of sniffing opportunities and toys aplenty! I try to stick to their usual routines and schedule as much as possible.

Ratings and reviews

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Kimberly H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • May 24, 2026

I met Melissa in January when my girl had CCL surgery. She is super sweet, thoughtful and great with my high maintenance pups. She is careful to seek all the information and ask questions so she can understand your pets needs. Super fabulous

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richard L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Mar 13, 2026

Excellent service, Ozzie loves her so much! Highly recommended.

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Amber S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Feb 22, 2026

Wonderful sitter! Followed all care instructions carefully, maintained my dog’s schedule, and communicated consistently throughout the stay. My dog appeared well cared for and relaxed when I returned. My home was alsoleft in excellent condition. I would gladly book again.

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Lorin V.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Feb 10, 2026

Mellissa! You were an absolute life saver and took amazing care of our pets and home. Thank you so much for the daily updates!

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Bobbie E.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jan 12, 2026

Melissa took great care of our fur babies while we were away. Highly recommend!

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Kimberly H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Dec 14, 2025

Our 3 goldens were very happy with the love and care Melissa provided them. We were very pleased with the pics she sent and the communication she provided. We will definitely be requesting her again!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

My pets are an integral part of my daily routine. We get up, do walks, breakfast and meds first thing. I have a dog on insulin so we get those injections done right after meals. Throughout the day we do more walks, play with toys, and of course, there are naps galore!

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Melissa can host up to 3 drop-ins per day
For a first meeting, I think it is best to meet your pets in their home with you present so you can show them we are friends. I can learn their routine, their meds and meals and you can get to know me too.
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.