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Melissa G.

Gastonia, NC

5.0 out of 5 stars
83 reviews
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Services

Melissa can host

0 to 15 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only
Takes only 1 client at a time

Melissa can care for

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

Availability

I work from home so I have a flexible schedule. During the week I usually take my dogs to the trails nearby or on a walk around the neighborhood. On the weekend, I take them to the lake.

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About Melissa G.

Communication

17 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

The dogs are able to be wherever they want in the house and on furniture. I do not own a crate so if your pup need an crate, please provide!

Home

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

Information Melissa G. would like to know about your pet

I would like to know everything about your pup! I want to make sure he/she is comfortable while you are gone so I would like to know everything I can about him/her. I also want to make sure that your dog is good with other dogs as I have two dogs of my own.

A typical day

I would exercise your pup daily. I either go to the nearby trails to walk or walk around the neighborhood every morning. I also throw the ball for the dogs in the yard throughout the day. I take the dogs to the lake on the weekend.

Location

Gastonia, NC

Melissa G.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Dogs are a girls best friend 🙂

Pet care experience

Hi!! I have had dogs my whole life and have two of my own now! I grew up watching neighbor’s dogs, family friend’s dogs, etc and started doing Rover a few years ago. I love meeting all of the different dogs and love them all as my own! I also understand how difficult it is to travel while worrying about how your fur babies are doing. It’s difficult to enjoy vacation when you’re away from your babies. I love offering people the peace of mind knowing their babies are having so much fun at camp while their parents are away!

Reviews

Yanneth W.
Boarding • Jan 08, 2025
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We got tons of pictures of our Betsy every day, which is great when you miss your dog as we did. Betsy had a blast with Melissa’s dogs, specifically with Tucker and the daily walks were incredible! We will definitely use Melissa’s services again!

Amy S.
Boarding • Jan 05, 2025
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The activity and care Lucy gets with Melissa is the best. I look forward to the pictures every night, and I’m pretty sure my dog is reluctant to leave when we pick her up! No better sitter!

Caroline K.
Boarding • Nov 19, 2024
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Melissa provided an absolute home away from home for our special Levi. She listened to his needs and gave him everything he needed. We have already prebooked his next two stays❤️

Joe C.
Boarding • Sep 30, 2024
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Melissa was great with Layla and provided pictures and updates nightly. My wife and I loved seeing the pictures of all the exciting activities that Layla was a part of while we were away. We will definitely use her again for our next trip or even just for Layla to have a fun weekend away.

About Melissa G.

Communication

17 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

The dogs are able to be wherever they want in the house and on furniture. I do not own a crate so if your pup need an crate, please provide!

Home

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

Information Melissa G. would like to know about your pet

I would like to know everything about your pup! I want to make sure he/she is comfortable while you are gone so I would like to know everything I can about him/her. I also want to make sure that your dog is good with other dogs as I have two dogs of my own.

A typical day

I would exercise your pup daily. I either go to the nearby trails to walk or walk around the neighborhood every morning. I also throw the ball for the dogs in the yard throughout the day. I take the dogs to the lake on the weekend.

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Melissa G.

Gastonia, NC

5.0 out of 5 stars
83 reviews