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Melissa F.

Star Sitter

Olney, MD

4.9 out of 5 stars
79 reviews
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Services

Melissa can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

Dog Walking: Safe, engaging, and active neighborhood walks tailored to your dog's pace, age, and energy level. Feeding, walking, fresh water refill, and a quick post-walk treat (with your permission!). Drop-In Visits: Perfect for cats, dogs, or other pets who need feeding, fresh water, medication administration, litter box scooping, and plenty of quality socialization or playtime. Bonus peace of mind: I'll send you regular photo updates and a detailed summary of how our visit went!

Available
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Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About Melissa F.

Communication

32 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

Dependable, punctual, and communicative. I am experienced with a wide variety of breeds and temperaments. I am dedicated to keeping your home and pets secure.

Information Melissa F. would like to know about your pet

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!

A typical day

For dog walks, we'll explore favorite neighborhood paths, practice good leash manners while sniffing out new smells, and enjoy a brisk walk or a leisurely stroll tailored to your dog's energy level. For drop-in visits, I love to tailor playtime to what your pet enjoys most—whether that means playing fetch in the yard, interactive puzzle toys for mental stimulation, laser pointer tag or wand toys for cats, or simply hanging out for belly rubs, ear scratches, and plenty of quality cuddles!

Location

Olney, MD

Melissa F.'s Neighborhood

Melissa F. has Star Sitter status

The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.

Walks & Drop Ins

Pet care experience

I've been an animal lover my whole life. I know how much your pets mean to you, and my goal is to provide them with the same love, attention, and care that you do when you can't be there. Whether your pup needs to burn off some energy with a great walk or your cat needs a friendly check-in, fresh water, and playtime, I'm here to help you keep their routine smooth and stress-free!

Reviews

Autumn H.
Drop-In Visits • Jul 05, 2026
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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!!!!

Emily D.
Boarding • May 26, 2026
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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.

Lisa R.
Drop-In Visits • May 16, 2026
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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.

Sydney S.
Boarding • Mar 15, 2026
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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

About Melissa F.

Communication

32 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

Dependable, punctual, and communicative. I am experienced with a wide variety of breeds and temperaments. I am dedicated to keeping your home and pets secure.

Information Melissa F. would like to know about your pet

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!

A typical day

For dog walks, we'll explore favorite neighborhood paths, practice good leash manners while sniffing out new smells, and enjoy a brisk walk or a leisurely stroll tailored to your dog's energy level. For drop-in visits, I love to tailor playtime to what your pet enjoys most—whether that means playing fetch in the yard, interactive puzzle toys for mental stimulation, laser pointer tag or wand toys for cats, or simply hanging out for belly rubs, ear scratches, and plenty of quality cuddles!

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.
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Melissa F.

Star Sitter

Olney, MD

4.9 out of 5 stars
79 reviews