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Melissa M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
46 repeat clients
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Melissa M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
46 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $30 per visit

Highlights

Melissa has Star Sitter status!
Basic background check
13 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Experienced, Caring, and Daring

Hi, my name is Melissa. My partner, Steven, and I are owned by a sweet border collie mix named Rowan, who joined our family this year. I, along with my partner, have been blessed with the opportunity of caring for the pets of others for 13 years now. We have experience with many different breeds, particularly specializing in the northern arctic breeds. I have also volunteered with a wolf sanctuary and many animal shelters in my youth. Dogs are my life and my passion. Every single creature that comes to us will be treated as if they were our own. Walks, hikes and play time await the lucky pup who happens to jump into our car. We have a very open schedule so we are free any time, day or night, to help with any needs your companion may have. We always bring fresh water and some travel bowls along with us. And plenty of toys just in case. Along with catering to the younger dogs, we also have experience with seniors. we are able to give medications and stay with them for as long as they need us. I take pride in the fact that once your pet is in our care, they will never be alone. And they will be safe. Is our team the perfect fit for your fur child? Contact us to find out!

Qualifications

46 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
13 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

Pups will follow as close of a daily schedule as they do at their own home. Plus a lot of play time out in the yard and inside with my own pup. On nice days, there is also the beach close to my home. Pups will be taken out multiple times a day for potty breaks and stick to their meal plans. No pup will ever be left alone on my watch.

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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85 ratings
Jeanne F.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jun 14, 2026

Thank you Melissa for taking good care of my kitties!

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Megan C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jun 14, 2026

Fantastic job, thank you!

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Kristen S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jun 01, 2026

Melissa is amazing!!

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Jess F.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jun 01, 2026

Melissa did an excellent job caring for our pups while we were out of town. She provided frequent updates and always kept us in the loop.

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Sheel P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jun 01, 2026

MELISSA is always amazing at taking care of our cat. Highly recommend.

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Juliana T.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • May 18, 2026

Thank you Melisa for all your help. I greatly appreciated.

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I stay at home and work as a dog sitter full time. I just left a previous job in the last month to pursue this lifestyle.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Melissa can host up to 4 drop-ins per day
I will need to know if there is any animal aggression with a particular dog. I have had trouble handling dogs with this type of dilemma, and need to know before I take on a new dog. I cannot and will not be comfortable with animal aggression possibly around my own family members.
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.