Melissa L.
Melissa L.
Highlights
Pet care experience
WFH writer who loves the company
I grew up with my brother's dogs and have been watching dogs professionally for the last three years. Just as happy to take a high-energy dog as a mellow old senior citizen. Even the stubborn ones :)
Cat care experience
Melissa also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
Our dog Dexter had a great time with Melissa. He came home exercised, rested, and content. We’ll be more than happy for Melissa to care for him again!
Melissa did a fantastic job caring for our sweet senior pit bull! It was our first time booking Melissa, and she really proved to be a great person who provided thoughtful care to our dog. We can't say enough positive things about our experience and would certainly be pleased to serve as a reference if needed. Many thanks, Melissa! Dan, Katharina, and Sunshine
Melissa was just wonderful! She cared about all the details, gave our pup tons of love and attention, and was super flexible and responsible. Will definitely be back!
Pepper had a great time with Melissa! From the beginning, melissa was easy to communicate with and very sweet towards Pepper. It's clear that Melissa loves dogs and ensures that your pup has a great stay.
Melissa is superb with dogs and truly loves them. She has taken wonderful care of my dog Jasper. She has my utmost trust with my precious pup :)
I have known Mellisa for 32 years. She is very responsible and kind hearted. She loves animals and people. I highly recommend her to host your family pet.
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Schedule
I work from home as a writer and can give your pup lots of attention throughout the day. I take regular breaks to step outside to Washington Park or the fields and like to do a longer walk on the Bay Trail or Coyote Point once a day. I have a big grassy enclosed yard, too, with no dogs on the other side of the fence. If they like having a playmate, my brother’s dog Junior is three blocks away and always down to play.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
The yard is enclosed and I am home for most of the day on any given day. If they get cold easily, I’m happy to cover them with a blanket when they are resting. I’m a coldie too and like my house warm, so I get it! During hot days, the house stays mercifully cool, and I have a fan to help dogs with thicker fur.
A typical day
I typically do an hour+ walk by the Bay or if it’s the weekend, a bigger adventure like San Bruno Mountains or Half Moon Bay. Mon-Fri, I wfh in my study, where the dog is welcome to chill with me. I typically break up the day with little walking breaks/outings to the park next door (or to play with other dogs at the dog park if they like that) and often with my brother or nephews and their dog Junior.
Prices include all fees.