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Melissa H.

5.0 out of 5 stars
6 repeat clients
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Melissa H.

5.0 out of 5 stars
6 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $16 per visit

Highlights

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

Pet care experience

Your pets are your family!

I lost my dog who was my best friend from the time he was 3 months old to 14 years old. I have watched both large and small dogs, dogs of different temperaments, personalities, healthcare needs, and activity levels. I have experience watching cats of all different ages, personalities and activity levels as well. I also have four grand-kitties that I watch when their parents go out of town. I do have limited experience caring for reptiles but am always willing to learn what your baby needs! I will care for, and love on, your pets like the family members they are!

Cat care experience

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You had me at meow!

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

Qualifications

6 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
30% bookings with photo updates
14 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

Whether it’s walks in the park or outside in the yard, potty breaks during the day, dropping by to feed, staying with your pets to make them comfortable while you’re gone, or just providing play and companionship so they aren’t alone, or anything else you may need for your pet, I can accommodate.

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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27 ratings
Katherine F.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jun 07, 2026

Melissa was amazing! She took such great care of our pets & looked after the house while we were on vacation. She gave me great peace of mind and sent detailed reports with pictures everyday. Highly recommend!

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Jessia G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jun 06, 2026

Came and checked on our little pup and he had such a blast!

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Lizzie T.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • May 31, 2026

Melissa is the sweetest human in existence! She took perfect care of our Great Dane, two cats and ten chickens! She was so personable and loved all our animals like our own. She gave very detailed updates every night and made sure we got plenty of pictures of our babies.

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Melissa H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • May 08, 2026

Melissa did a wonderful job taking the best care of my crew consisting of 2 orange cats and a large couch potato doggo. She was communicative and shared lots of pics of them. Will absolutely book again !

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Sondra S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • May 07, 2026

Melissa was such a blessing! She took the best care of our sweet Lucy. I knew Lucy was comfortable and in great hands because she ate her food everyday and usually she skips days because she’s anxious when we’re gone. Melissa sent wonderful daily updates and photos, too.

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Faith T.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • May 06, 2026

Melanie was fantastic!! After I came back and saw all she had done for me and my pretty, I was ecstatic!! I definitely will use her again.

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I am a stay-at-home pet lover who has lots of time to devote to your pet. I am available weekdays or weekends to take care of your fur babies.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Melissa can host up to 4 drop-ins per day
Please let me know any special needs your pet may have. This could include fears, special toys, medicines they take, what their favorite activities are, or ones they aren’t so fond of.
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.