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Melissa L.

5.0 out of 5 stars
3 repeat clients
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Melissa L.

5.0 out of 5 stars
3 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $65 per night

Highlights

Melissa has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
30 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication

Pet care experience

Lively pet-loving home full of care

With a lifetime of caring for pets, I bring a strong understanding of animal behavior, routine management, and hands-on care. My experience includes administering basic medications, supporting senior pets, maintaining consistent feeding and exercise schedules, and creating a safe, comfortable environment for animals of all personalities. I’m confident, calm, and attentive—skills shaped by years of living with and caring for pets every day.

Qualifications

3 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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13 ratings
Raquel S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Mar 30, 2026

Melissa provided a warm, and loving environment for our two huskies. From the minute they arrived they felt excited and welcomed. It was great they had so such playtime with her dogs and family. We also appreciated her keeping us updated with photos and closely following their feeding routine. We highly recommend Mellissa for dog sitting your fur babies.

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Amy C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Mar 27, 2026

Melissa was truly the best! So communicative and thoughtful sending the sweetest daily photos and updates that made us smile every time. It gave us so much peace of mind knowing our pups were safe, happy, and so well loved in her care. We’re beyond grateful and would book Melissa again in a heartbeat!

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Robert W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Mar 20, 2026

Graham always has a great time at Melissa's place. He plays in the backyard with her two dogs, has his own cushioned spot to rest his old bones when he's done playing, and gets showered with love from Melissa and her family.

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Charvi P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Mar 16, 2026

The dogs enjoyed their stay with Melissa and family. Pick up and drop off was seamless. Over all great experience! Will board again!

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Lane D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Mar 11, 2026

Melissa did a great job of caring for Kiki again! She sent several pictures of Kiki during the stay that gave us confidence that Kiki got great care.

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Lane D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Feb 23, 2026

Kiki had a great time staying at Melissa’s. She got along well with Melissa’s two dogs and Melissa sent us text updates with photos which gave us peace of mind that Kiki was acclimating well in the new environment. We will definitely keep Melissa in mind next time we need Rover!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

We have a large, pet-friendly yard and home where there is always someone home to provide love, care for, play with, and entertain your pets.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I have a large pet friendly fenced in yard for dogs to run and play supervised along our two friendly dogs. I also offer a comfortable environment for your pet to rest as needed.

Pets

A typical day

I offer enrichment through walks, puzzle and playtime challenges, cuddle sessions, daily adventure photos, socializing and playtime, treasure hunts, and calming comfort and relaxing time.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Melissa can host up to 5 pets per night
Let me know if your dog has any special needs or behaviors that I can account for. To ensure a safe and positive experience, I work best with pets who: • Are non-aggressive and comfortable around strangers • Are reasonably social with good household manners • Enjoy playtime, affection, and mental stimulation • Have no history of severe reactivity or biting
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.