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Melissa M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
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Melissa M.

5.0 out of 5 stars

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $18 per visit

Highlights

Enhanced background check
10 years of experience

Pet care experience

Loving and caring for your fur baby

I have grown up with dogs since I was 3and currently own two cats. In high school, I spent my summers volunteering at an animal shelter where I walked and spent time with all the dogs and cats at the shelter. My childhood dog lived to be 20 so I do have experience with senior care as well as changing dog diapers.

Cat care experience

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Your neighborhood cat lady

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

Qualifications

40% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
50% bookings with photo updates
10 years of experience

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

I currently own two kitties. They spend all day sleeping and spend all night running around. They stay inside and are given lots of brain stimulating toys. I grew up with high energy dogs that required us to run around with them at the park and keep them entertained. I also have experience training puppies and caring for crate trained dogs

Ratings and reviews

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3 ratings
Sarah H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Aug 24, 2026

Melissa was so helpful and reliable when I asked her to help watch my dog Blue 🐶. She was very friendly and super sweet towards my dog, I knew he would be in good hands when I was out of town. She sent me lots of pics and regular updates. I will definitely be reaching out to her again! 😊

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Kyle H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jul 07, 2026

For the first time ever we left our 12 year old dog at home while going on vacation and needed someone to stay with him. Melissa knocked it outta the park with our tripawd dog Sammy and treated him like family. In addition to giving him three medications every morning and evening, she cuddled him, played with him, carried him up and down stairs and made him feel loved. Melissa sent photos of Sammy having the time of his life which made it easy to enjoy ourselves on vacation knowing he was well cared for.

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Sonia A.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Nov 03, 2024

Melissa was wonderful with Pasha. Kept us informed on him the entire time will be using again

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Grayson C.
Aug 26, 2024

Melissa has been my roommate for the past 5 years and we own 2 cats together! She is so loving and attentive to both kitties, is an expert at clipping nails and the occasional bath time, and can handle kitties that come with a bit of attitude. She is patient and kind and an overall wonderful owner and momma.

Dennise M.
Aug 25, 2024

Melissa is a caring and responsible person she’s often fur-baby sat my German shepherd and Australian shepherd Jack and taco they absolutely love her and I never worry when they’re in her care, I trust her in my home and with my fur babies.

Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I currently work a full time job from home. Since it is a work from home job, I am able to work from anywhere and can spend the day with you fur baby. I am also available on weekends.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Melissa can host up to 3 drop-ins per day
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.