Melissa K.
Everett, WA
Loving & Responsible Dog Friends
Pet care experience
My husband Casey and I do this Rover business together so your pet is always well covered. Casey is 35 years old, and I am 31- we live in Silver Firs with a fenced yard. We both love to spend time with your dogs! We own a 2.5 year old Standard poodle that we got as a puppy, and regularly spend time with my family's 2 poodles and 1 sheepadoodle. Our girl is crate-trained so we have experience with that. We recently lost our 16 year old hound-terrier mix so I have a lot of experience with the special care needed for senior dogs. My husband has had dogs his entire life and I have been pet sitting since I was around 14 years old. We are both responsible and dependent people, willing to give you check-ins and photos to ensure you that all is well. I love going on walks with my dog and am more than happy to walk or check in on your loved ones if you have to be away at work or an event. We look forward to walking, feeding, playing with, and giving lots of love and attention to your dogs as if they are a part of our own family. We prioritize keeping your dog safe! We typically will watch your dogs together, but there may be times where one of us is house sitting leaving the other for doggy day care or drop in visits- but we will always commit who is primarily responsible for your pups stay! We own a standard poodle and love the lbreed! We rarely meet a dog we don't like, but we're especially fond of poodles and doodles. Depending on your situation we are open to host your pups at our house. As mentioned, we live in Silver Firs neighborhood with a fenced yard. For boarding & day care we unfortunately haven't been able to host German Shepherds, shiba inus, or pugs at our house - my mom lives nearby and stops by often and she is allergic to dogs. Unfortunately these breeds are particularly triggering for her no matter how much we've vaccuumed. We ARE able to walk, drop in or housesit these breeds just not host in our home.
Reviews
Melissa is fabulous and my dog loves when she comes to give him a walk. She is very good with Him and his occasional temperamental on leash behavior.
My husband and I had plans to be out all day, and needed someone to relieve our two dogs. After much searching, we decided Melissa seemed like she could be a great fit for us. I have a senior pup with some health issues and a very timid pup who takes a while to warm up to people, so they needed someone with an extra dose of patience and compassion. To our surprise, Chloe, my anxious pup, warmed right up to Melissa during our meet and greet, and treated her like she’d known her for ages. Melissa took excellent care of the girls during the drop in visit. We received pictures and notes immediately afterwards. We came home to two happy pups. I would definitely recommend her, and my girls hope to see her again in the future!
Melissa is excellent. So kind and caring with Flynn.
Melissa is amazing with Flynn and I feel so blessed to have her walking my guy.
About Melissa K.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
Between my husband and I we are home each day, so we can let them out all day long, and take breaks to stimulate them with fetch, play, or walks depending on your pups needs. We do have work-from-home jobs, so while we are around and attentive, if you have a pup who needs close full time watching to keep them from getting into mischief we may not be the best fit. For dog sitting in your home I typically ask whatever your typical routine is for your dogs and do my best to adhere to it exactly so your dogs dont experience anything different in your absense. I can also pick up mail, water plants, bring in the newspaper or other household tasks to watch your place! For dog walks, I am happy to explore your neighborhood and use whatever halter, leash or training cues you would like.
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Information Melissa K. would like to know about your pet
For doggy day care or boarding: what is their typical routine during the day? How do they do with other dogs? Do they have any allergies or restrictions? For boarding or house sitting: If we do have an errand or other dinner plan etc how long are you comfortable having your dog left alone? For walks or drop ins: Before walking a dog I like to know how they do around other dogs, or other people when on leases. I want to know if your dog gets nervous around other dogs to keep them happy and safe. If they like other dogs I can bring my dog to play with them in the yard to get some energy out, but totally up to you!
A typical day
As I said above, my goal is to follow your exact care instructions for your dogs needs. If they have routines with treats, brushing, play time, or meals I am happy to accommodate.
Services
Melissa can host
Melissa can watch in your home
Availability
My husband and I both work from home (or anywhere we can bring our laptop) 4 days a week, with strong flexibility to take a break to spend time with, or walk your dog. We have different days that we go into work.
About Melissa K.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
Between my husband and I we are home each day, so we can let them out all day long, and take breaks to stimulate them with fetch, play, or walks depending on your pups needs. We do have work-from-home jobs, so while we are around and attentive, if you have a pup who needs close full time watching to keep them from getting into mischief we may not be the best fit. For dog sitting in your home I typically ask whatever your typical routine is for your dogs and do my best to adhere to it exactly so your dogs dont experience anything different in your absense. I can also pick up mail, water plants, bring in the newspaper or other household tasks to watch your place! For dog walks, I am happy to explore your neighborhood and use whatever halter, leash or training cues you would like.
Home
Information Melissa K. would like to know about your pet
For doggy day care or boarding: what is their typical routine during the day? How do they do with other dogs? Do they have any allergies or restrictions? For boarding or house sitting: If we do have an errand or other dinner plan etc how long are you comfortable having your dog left alone? For walks or drop ins: Before walking a dog I like to know how they do around other dogs, or other people when on leases. I want to know if your dog gets nervous around other dogs to keep them happy and safe. If they like other dogs I can bring my dog to play with them in the yard to get some energy out, but totally up to you!
A typical day
As I said above, my goal is to follow your exact care instructions for your dogs needs. If they have routines with treats, brushing, play time, or meals I am happy to accommodate.
Location
Everett, WA
Pets
Melissa K.
Everett, WA