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Melissa M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
18 repeat clients
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Melissa M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
18 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $35 per visit

Highlights

Enhanced background check
40 years of experience
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Let the fur times roll!!!

Hey I just moved back to Lexington after living in Charlotte, NC. I lost my fiancé recently and took some time off to move back home and am looking to keep busy and get some love from your fur babies. I have cared for others my whole life pet sitting for family members and friends. I am a passionate animal lover and always put their needs first like they were my own. I work from home Thursday through Saturday. I am home all the time and can give your pet the love and attention it deserves.

Cat care experience

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Karma's a cat purring in my lap

Melissa also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Qualifications

18 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
40 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

I will follow your pets schedule, feeding, and bathroom needs as you would in your home. I am happy to accommodate bathing/grooming as well as sending updates so no matter where you are you can rest assured your pet is in loving and caring hands.

Ratings and reviews

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Natalie S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • May 24, 2026

Melissa is wonderful! Rupp absolutely adores her! She is the best at communicating and sending pictures, and our house felt cleaner than when we left it!!

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Sheel S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • May 03, 2026

Amazing!!! We booked last minute and Melissa was so responsive, so attentive and loved on our baby like she was her own! I can not recommend her enough!

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Teddy E.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Apr 21, 2026

If there were more stars, I’d give them to Melissa. Leaving my dog partner was hard. I was unsure it was the right decision to have someone I didn’t know, but Melissa is an angel. She was great! Multiple texts, pictures, and videos kept me in the loop. She gave him his meds twice a day. She left the house neat and clean. I’ll be having her back with no worries! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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Natalie S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Dec 27, 2025

Melissa was absolutely incredible! Leaving your pets during the holiday is always so hard, but Melissa made them feel so loved and cared for. We got so many pictures and updates that made us feel so comfortable and confident with our choice and Melissa! Our fur babies absolutely love her and cannot wait to see her again soon. I cannot recommend her enough!

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Rick M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Dec 08, 2025

Melissa did a great job with our pooch. She took great care of him and was understanding of his constant need to cuddle. lol. Thanks!

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Georgia H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Oct 17, 2025

Melissa is a very loving and kind dog sitter. She did a beautiful job taking care of my house as well. I would definitely use her again!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I work from home so I can bring my work with me wherever you are and be a trustworthy companion to your pet while you're away.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Melissa can host up to 4 drop-ins per day
Please let me know if your pet has any special needs or accommodations. I am happy to do whatever I can to ensure your pet gets the utmost attention, love, and care it needs.
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.