Melissa is a gifted healer with a background in both conventional and natural healing and it is obvious that her talents, compassion and abilities are for all animals - not just humans. I have known Mel for 3 years and observed that most people "light up" when she is around because of her warm, kind nature. And the dogs – well, they truly connect! It is as if they recognize her, walk right up and wiggle all over. Both Ronin/Labradoodle and Kirby/Boxer mix fell in love with her at first sight and we have had her stay in our home multiple times knowing that our treasures were in the best of care. Kirby is our college aged son’s dog so he is out of state now and when we said we would be away for a weekend, he panicked about Kirby UNTIL we mentioned Melissa would be staying at the house. Now when we travel, it seems the animals have a special vacation as well. Our neighbor’s elderly lab, Maggie, was over for a visit and Melissa quietly petted her, looked deep into her eyes and talked softly to her. Maggie relaxed in contented surrender at her feet. We have a mini farm and recently added the horses and chicken to Mel’s list of duties which she handled seamlessly. In addition, she has such respect for our home and property. She is honest and trustworthy and a joy to work with and to know! If Melissa has decided to expand into dog sitting services – schedule her quickly because if it is anything like her healing practices you will have to book her 4 months in advance…! Highly recommended.

Melissa is awesome! She has a big heart and dogs can tell. She is reliable and shows up to her commitments on time. I would trust her with my fur-baby any day! Thanks for everything you do for Petzl and our family, Melissa! We love you!