Melissa H.
Charlottesville, VA
Your dog will be family !
Pet care experience
Your dog will be on vacation and will enjoy long walks, paly time and relaxation while in my care. I can text daily pictures if requested and give your dog a bath before the end of their stay. I love taking care of dogs and know they will enjoy staying at my house with me and my dog Misty. I've have been pet sitting since the 7th grade and have often been the go to pet sitter for friends and family. I have watched bunnies, dogs, cats, fish, birds, hamsters and guinea pig just to name a few. I was a volunteer at the Fairfax county animal shelter for 8 months and have also worked at Petsmart. I love pets and can't wait to watch your pet.
Reviews
Melissa was kind to take us on during a short notice. My neighbors said she spent lots of time with the dogs and always had them on a leash; however she didn't follow the instructions left for her. She used pristine white bath towels to clean up a seniors accident instead of the dog towels. She didn't crate the dog when answering the door, despite given warning that one of the dogs was very protective and afraid of strangers. And despite the instructions given in person at the initial meeting, on Rover, and for each dog to have a one page instructions not all of one dogs insulin was given. My neighbors spoke very highly of her, but I was disappointed.
Melissa was great! We came Home to happy dogs and the house as we left it. We were nervous as we had not used an in-home pet sitter before and weren’t sure how Parker would react and also we had just adopted a new dog and she is still adjusting to our home and our first dog. Melissa helped make us feel comfortable and took great care of the dogs.
I was so fortunate to find Melissa on Rover. She has been caring for my dog Max for nearly 2 months, and has been terrific. Given her strong experience I feel very comfortable leaving Max in her care. She also sends the cutest Rover cards! Thanks, Melissa!
I've known Melissa for nearly 10 years and have always admired her love and patience with animals. Not only is she an incredibly responsible "dog parent" to her little Scottie, but she was also like a second "dog parent" to my Pug, even during her old lady years. Melissa has also volunteered many hours to local animal shelters and is a loyal and generous person in general. She's a wonderful dog caregiver, a loving friend, and I'd highly recommend her.
About Melissa H.
Communication
Skills
Information Melissa H. would like to know about your pet
I would like to know if they are up to date on their vaccines as I have a dog also and also if they have any behavior issues or if they can't be boarded with other dogs.
A typical day
My housing complex has paved trails and a lot of dog walks so we will try a new one out each day. We will go to local dog parks and enjoy fun time outside playing ball.
Services
Melissa can watch in your home
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About Melissa H.
Communication
Skills
Information Melissa H. would like to know about your pet
I would like to know if they are up to date on their vaccines as I have a dog also and also if they have any behavior issues or if they can't be boarded with other dogs.
A typical day
My housing complex has paved trails and a lot of dog walks so we will try a new one out each day. We will go to local dog parks and enjoy fun time outside playing ball.
Location
Charlottesville, VA
Pets
Melissa H.
Charlottesville, VA