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Melissa M.

Temecula, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•31 reviews
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Compassionate Animal Caregiver

Pet care experience

I'm young and energetic with a passion for helping and caring for animals. I grew up around dogs, lizards, snakes, and rodents, so I'm comfortable with many kinds of creatures. I volunteered at a Humane Society in Washington before coming to California, and I especially love working with dogs. I have two dogs, one of which is an Asian Meat Trade Rescue, so I am very sensitive to animals who have experienced trauma. I know how to properly handle myself around scared and timid dogs. I'm also very active and I love playing with, exercising, and socializing with dogs of all sizes (my current companions are 20lbs and 50lbs). Also, please don't be fooled by my small stature! I was raised with a 130lb lab mix that loved to pull on his leash, but I could handle him well on walks. I have a strong belief that pets are family, and I treat them with the same love and understanding that I would a child. Know that if you trust me with your animals, they will be in safe and loving hands.

Reviews

Cassandra R.
Dog Walking • May 08, 2022
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you’re the best!!! i’m sure he loved the walk :)))

Reyna S.
Drop-In Visits • May 02, 2021
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Melissa is amazing with our fur babies, they absolutely love her and so do we! 10/10 recommend.

Rebecca E.
Drop-In Visits • Mar 13, 2021
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Melissa has been caring for my dog for several months and has been fabulous. My dog recently became ill and now requires medication twice a day. Melissa has been great at giving my dog medication, which is not an easy task. She’s also been incredibly reliable and I know I can count on her.

Elizabeth B.
Dog Walking • Aug 22, 2020
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Melissa was patient, caring and a trooper with my pup who is not a fan of new people and a very enthusiastic and fast walker, well actually more of a runner. Melissa gain his trust and kept up with the little runner! He always returned happy from his walks and I can’t be happier that we met Melissa while visiting in the area. Definitely recommend her, she is truly a caring and dog-loving person. Thank you Melissa!

About Melissa M.

Communication

14 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

10 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Melissa M. would like to know about your pet

I love all breeds, but I definitely prefer medium to large dogs. I have a small Shiba at home, so I do love little dogs as well.

A typical day

Parks, lakes, hiking trails, leisurely strolls... It depends on their personality! If your dog needs quiet and calm, I have soothing anti-anxiety music for dogs. I'm currently a full-time student, so if they want to sleep all day while I work on homework, that's perfect too! I can adapt to any situation they need.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$40per night
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$20per walk
House Sitting
in your home
AWAY
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
AWAY

Melissa can host

0 to 15 lbs
Takes only 1 client at a time

Melissa can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Calendar last updated 2 years ago
Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About Melissa M.

Communication

14 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

10 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Melissa M. would like to know about your pet

I love all breeds, but I definitely prefer medium to large dogs. I have a small Shiba at home, so I do love little dogs as well.

A typical day

Parks, lakes, hiking trails, leisurely strolls... It depends on their personality! If your dog needs quiet and calm, I have soothing anti-anxiety music for dogs. I'm currently a full-time student, so if they want to sleep all day while I work on homework, that's perfect too! I can adapt to any situation they need.

Location

Temecula, CA

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Pets

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Melissa M.

Temecula, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•31 reviews