Melissa K.
Gainesville, VA
17 years veterinary experience
Pet care experience
Animals are my passion. From a young age, I wanted to be around animals. My family adopted many animals over the years, from cockatiels and turtles to cats and dogs and I loved all of them just the same. At the age of 15, I knew that I wanted to become a veterinarian when I grew up. I’ve worked 17 years in the veterinary field, with 12 of those working as a veterinary technician. Although I haven’t met my ultimate goal, I have received my bachelors degree and am now taking time to raise my family of five, nine including our animals, Cookie and Gizzy, our two guinea pigs, Mimi, our big fluffy cat, and Pujo, our “big moose” boxer/ mastiff. In due time, I hope to be able to go back to school, but for now I want to be around as many different animals as I can. I’ll love them like they were my own. Monday through Saturday I am available to do walks or drop in visits. I am also available on Sundays, but I charge $10 more per visit/ walk. When I come to your home I will ensure that they are safe and comfortable. My ultimate goal is to just make your pets happy while you are away.
Reviews
Always a pleasure!
Thank you so much for booking on short notice.
I was new to Rover and saw that Melissa had the best reviews in my area so I contacted her and she guided me thru how all this works, she was very kind and respectful and Captain my retired service dog absolutely loved her. She sent daily updates with photos and kept in contact and went as far as to dry Captain off after it had rained on their walk. She is an awesome person and great with pets and will be my go to from here on out!
Thanks for stepping in at last minute. You really helped us out. Thank you!
About Melissa K.
Communication
Skills
Information Melissa K. would like to know about your pet
I would love to know the things your dog or cat loves the most. If they have any favorite toys or places they like to walk please let me know so I can make them feel the most comfortable
A typical day
We can play fetch, run, jog, walk, or stroll, play tug-o-war, lots of belly rubs and good stratches, and of course whatever your car or dog likes to do.
Services
Melissa can watch in your home
About Melissa K.
Communication
Skills
Information Melissa K. would like to know about your pet
I would love to know the things your dog or cat loves the most. If they have any favorite toys or places they like to walk please let me know so I can make them feel the most comfortable
A typical day
We can play fetch, run, jog, walk, or stroll, play tug-o-war, lots of belly rubs and good stratches, and of course whatever your car or dog likes to do.
Location
Gainesville, VA
Pets
Melissa K.
Gainesville, VA