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Melissa H.

Oxon Hill, MD

5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
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Services

Melissa can care for

Cats
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old

Availability

I currently work full time so nights or weekends are best for my schedule. I live in National Harbor so Alexandria/Maryland area is easiest for me coverage-wise.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About Melissa H.

Communication

2 repeat pet parents
94% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

I am happy to play, walk and care for cats or dogs. I will make sure your pet has all they need be it food, water, activity, medications, etc. till you return!

Information Melissa H. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your dog has any special needs or unique quirks to be aware of. Are they sensitive to storms? Loud noises? Stuff like that.

A typical day

Happy to “stop and smell the roses” while your pup checks out the bushes, trees, anything that might need an extra sniff for a moment or many moments, lol. Also happy to play any games they might like (just let me know their favorite things)!

Location

Oxon Hill, MD

Melissa H.'s Neighborhood

Pets

OMDOG, happy to watch your pets!

Pet care experience

I’ve grown up around pets my whole life, have been a dog walker for Wag in the past and watch multiple friends pets all the time making sure they are fed, have fresh water and a clean space. I love playing fetch or creating games to keep pets active and engaged. Most of all I’ll be sure to give your dog or cat all the love and pets!

Cat care experience

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PURRfessional Cat Cuddler

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

Reviews

Anna P.
Drop-In Visits • mai 28, 2026
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Melissa was great! Good communications and lot of updates!

Alex S.
Drop-In Visits • mai 09, 2026
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Melissa was amazing! She did everything asked and spent so much quality time with my kitty. Would book her every time I can!

Allison M.
sept. 13, 2025

Melissa has watched our dog, Kevin, many times and he has the BEST time with her. She takes him on adventures, gets him toys and tolerates his quirks, like barking abruptly and loudly just for fun. Melissa is caring, thoughtful and extremely responsible. She is an incredible pet sitter and an overall great human!

Emily B.
sept. 04, 2025

Melissa is the pet sitter of your dreams. Truly. She cares deeply for animals and that comes through immediately. She goes out of her way to make sure your pet feels loved, gets plenty of attention and follows any instructions for your furbaby carefully. I think my pet likes hanging with her more than me sometimes. :) She's watched our dog for short stints and longer trips over the course of 13 years. She's also flexible with last-minute schedule changes which we so appreciate in our crazy life. I can't say enough good things about her.

About Melissa H.

Communication

2 repeat pet parents
94% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

I am happy to play, walk and care for cats or dogs. I will make sure your pet has all they need be it food, water, activity, medications, etc. till you return!

Information Melissa H. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your dog has any special needs or unique quirks to be aware of. Are they sensitive to storms? Loud noises? Stuff like that.

A typical day

Happy to “stop and smell the roses” while your pup checks out the bushes, trees, anything that might need an extra sniff for a moment or many moments, lol. Also happy to play any games they might like (just let me know their favorite things)!

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Melissa H.

Oxon Hill, MD

5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews