Melissa M.
Melissa M.
Contact for Drop-In Visits
from $22 per visit
Highlights
Pet care experience
Fur is My Favorite Accessory!
What sets me apart as a sitter is my lifelong dedication to animals and hands-on experience in many different settings. I started volunteering at an animal shelter when I was just 15, which gave me early experience in handling pets of all temperaments and needs. For the past three years, I’ve worked in animal hospitals, where I gained valuable skills in pet care, observation, and safety. One of my proudest experiences was raising a neonatal kitten, Binx, from just one day old—he’s now a happy, healthy two-year-old and my best friend. Beyond professional care, I’m also the go-to person for friends and family when it comes to trimming cats’ and dogs’ nails, so I can help with grooming needs too. Most importantly, I treat every pet like they’re my own—your furry family member will always be safe, loved, and spoiled with attention and cuddles while in my care.
Cat care experience
Melissa also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Pets
Safety, trust & environment
Just so you know, I’m also fully insured!! I don’t offer pet care in my own home, but I’m more than happy to care for your furry friend in the comfort of their own environment. I find pets are often happiest and most relaxed when surrounded by the sights, smells, and routines they’re used to. When I’m in your home, I make sure to follow your care instructions closely—whether that’s feeding, playtime, walks, administering medications, or keeping up with litter boxes. I’ll also provide plenty of love, attention, and cuddles so your pet feels safe and cared for while you’re away. My goal is to give you peace of mind and your pet an stress-free, happy experience.
Ratings and reviews
She arrived perfectly on time and spent time with our girl Lucy even when Lucy was hesitant and shy! She was available on short notice and really helped us out. Provides lots of pictures and updates and extra long visits. We will be a returning customer!
We’re so grateful for the amazing care you gave Otis this week while we were away. It gave us such peace of mind knowing he was in such good hands. Thank you for all the updates, attention, and love you showed him it was clear he was happy, comfortable, and well cared for the entire time. You went above and beyond, and we truly appreciate your reliability, kindness, and care for Otis like he was your own. We would absolutely recommend you to anyone looking for a trustworthy and caring dog sitter. Thank you again for everything!
Melissa M. cancelled a booking 1 day before it was scheduled to begin.
Melissa took such good care of our husky and definitely spoiled her! I know she loved all the walks and cuddles.
Melissa watched my dogs for five nights and was amazing! You can tell she really cares for animals. She kept me updated every day and gave them so much attention and care. I came home to happy, relaxed dogs. I couldn’t recommend her more!
Melissa was absolutely amazing while taking care of my two cats for a week. She was super responsible, reliable, and clearly really cared about them. I felt completely comfortable knowing they were in good hands the whole time. She kept everything clean, followed all the instructions, and made sure both of them were happy and comfortable. It honestly made being away so much less stressful. I would 100% recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy and caring cat sitter! 🐱💗
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Schedule
Pet care is a central part of my daily routine. I regularly care for a multi-pet household with ten cats and a dog, so I’m very comfortable managing different personalities, feeding schedules, and routines. I organize my day to ensure every pet receives consistent, reliable care and attention.