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Melissa L.

5.0 out of 5 stars
1 repeat client
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Melissa L.

5.0 out of 5 stars
1 repeat client

Contact for Boarding

from $80 per night

Highlights

Basic background check
25 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication
Special needs experience

Pet care experience

Pet lover who treats them like kids

I absolutely love pets!! I currently have 4 dogs of my own who are my babies! Everyone that knows me knows my passion for animals!! They are like babies to me! I've had animals all my life and have experience working with animals! I was once a vet tech and also a dog bather! I cherish animals and get excited everytime I see one! I believe there is no better person to trust with any animal than me. I know how to groom dogs as well as nail clipping. I have experience with all ages from puppies to senior dogs. I feel when it comes to animals there is nothing I can not do or handle! If you have any questions feel free to ask! I am very flexible with my schedule, I am basically open 24/7 and can work around your schedule. Time and days should not be an issue. I have fully fenced front and back yard, my fur babies are very friendly with other animals. Your animals would basically be with me the entire time I am watching them.

Qualifications

1 repeat pet parent
76% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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13 ratings
David M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • juin 28, 2026

Melissa was quick to respond and handled everything with our slightly difficult cat situation with a breeze

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Robin T.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • juin 25, 2026

My dog was very content with Melissa. I could tell that she loved dogs from the get go! She was so conscientious when it came to my dog’s idiosyncrasies. And, my dog has a lot, and she treated my senior dog with care and warmth🩷🐕‍🦺

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Alejandra C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • mars 20, 2026

Melissa was absolutely amazing! I was visiting New Mexico from out of town and was in a tough spot trying to find someone to watch my puppy for a few hours. She was incredibly kind, responsive, and flexible, which made the whole process so much less stressful. My puppy is still very little and not fully vaccinated yet, so I was nervous leaving her with someone new—but Melissa made me feel completely at ease. She was attentive, caring, and clearly has a natural way with animals. I could tell my puppy was in great hands the entire time. I’m so grateful I found her and would 100% trust her again if I’m ever back in the area. Highly recommend Melissa to anyone looking for a reliable and loving sitter!

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Idelle B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • juil. 30, 2023

Melissa was great! We were able to book her on short notice while visiting from out of town. She sent us tons of photos which we really appreciated. Easy to communicate with. And even made yogurt treats for our pup. Will definitely use her again ??

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Sara B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • janv. 02, 2023

Our dog was happy and relaxed when we picked him up, will recommend Melissa.

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Callie A.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • nov. 30, 2022

Melissa was great! She promptly replied to my day care request. I picked up a happy, tired out pup… just what we needed as we continued on our road trip!

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Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 4 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Pets

A typical day

I have 2 big yards with plenty of room for your dogs to have fun and run around. My dogs love to play with new friends! We also have tons of toys. We can also go for walks on the trail and explore all the smells outside!

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
No females in heat
Melissa can host up to 3 pets per night
Let me know if your dog has any special needs or behaviors that I can account for. Also if your dog is friendly with other dogs.
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.