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Melissa H.

4.9 out of 5 stars
50 repeat clients
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Melissa H.

4.9 out of 5 stars
50 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $25 per visit

Highlights

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

Pet care experience

I can’t wait to meet your pet!

I grew up with both cats and dogs, so I’ve been around them since I was born. I’m experienced with dogs and cats of all breeds and ages. I have extensive experience with senior animals, especially cats. I’m used to giving cats medication, so that is no problem for me.

Cat care experience

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I love cats!

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

Qualifications

50 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Safety, trust & environment

I offer services in your home and for walks. I can visit, I can stay, whatever makes you most comfortable. Please let me know your pet’s specific needs and schedule so that I can best accommodate them.

Ratings and reviews

4.9
stars
172 ratings
Trisha M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jun 13, 2026

Melissa took good care of Leto while we were on vacation. She left our home in good shape, too.

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Lorren K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jun 10, 2026

Melissa was fantastic with my boys and I really appreciated her communication. Charles is diabetic and she handled his BG testing and insulin shots wonderfully. Mancy demands a lot of TLC, and Melissa delivered. I came back to a clean home and healthy kitties — I already have another visit booked!

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Laura M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jun 01, 2026

Melissa took awesome care of our pup and our place!

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Kathy S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • May 29, 2026

We can’t thank Melissa enough for taking care of our house while we were away. Our kitty Woody had everything he needed including the voice of Melissa reading to him aloud. My plants were watered, mail collected and everything else that you would want to happen while away. Bravo Melissa. Job well done.

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Bex A.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Apr 28, 2026

Responsive and proactive sitter

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Vanya N.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Mar 16, 2026

Provided great care to my cat!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I’m currently working part time in the wine industry. My hours vary, but shifts are normally 4-6 hours long. I do work evenings frequently, but I’m available both before and after my shifts.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Melissa can host up to 5 drop-ins per day
Let me know if your dog has any special needs or a specific schedule. Please also let me know how well your dog gets along with other dogs.
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.