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Melissa M.

Temple, TX

5.0 out of 5 stars
•12 reviews
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Passionate animal caretaker

Pet care experience

I’ve been passionate about animals for as long as I can remember. From a young age, friends and family have entrusted me to care for their pets and homes. I am able to watch 5+ animals at a time. The more the merrier! My fur babies include a 6 year old border collie mix named Ellie, a husky named Balto, a German Shepherd/husky mix named Josie, an orange kitty named Alfie, and a calico named Holly. They love making new furry friends! While watching your pets I will be very attentive of their specific needs, and I promise open communication to ensure their utmost safety and wellbeing. Shy animals appreciate my calm, nonimposing presence, and will usually become comfortable around me after the first visit. I adore dogs and cats of all breeds and personalities and promise to care for them like my own.

Reviews

Sophie K.
Dog Walking • Jul 04, 2021
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Melissa was awesome with my fur baby! She was reliable and flexible with my schedule. I will definitely be using her in the future!

Brynn P.
Drop-In Visits • May 30, 2019
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Melissa was wonderful with our dogs who are usually so rambunctious around new people!!! We enjoyed the photos and updates and didn’t have to worry while we were away on vacation! Thanks Melissa!!!

Hannah B.
Drop-In Visits • Mar 02, 2019
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Melissa is amazing!! My timid cats warmed up to her quick. So great to see them happy while I’m away.

Molly D.
Drop-In Visits • Feb 08, 2019
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I’ve used Melissa several times now and she’s been incredible! She communicates really well and my kitties always seem relaxed and well cared for after she’s seen them! She does an excellent job of giving my cat oral meds (not an easy feat) and I’ve been able to book her on short notice which is really appreciated!

About Melissa M.

Communication

4 repeat pet parents
Usually responds in within a few days
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

Kaleb and I share a very pet friendly home with a fenced in yard. We are home-bodies and love spending time with our three dogs and two kitties. Our dogs easily become best friends with every dog they meet while our cats are very accustomed to being around large rowdy dogs.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 4 dogs, 2 cats
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Melissa M. would like to know about your pet

I would like to be able to anticipate any behavioral issues to ensure the safety of your animal and your home, but I’m open to all breeds and personalities!

A typical day

I would be happy to take your dogs to a nearby park or walk them around your neighborhood, or simply spend time snuggling, playing with their favorite toys, or giving them lots of treats (with owners permission of course)

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
AWAY
House Sitting
in your home
AWAY
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
AWAY
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
AWAY
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
AWAY

Melissa can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
No females in heat
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

Availability

I also work full-time on the night shift as a nurse at Baylor Scott & White hospital in Temple. I have availability most days but when I am not available my wonderful husband Kaleb is happy to step in to assist.

About Melissa M.

Communication

4 repeat pet parents
Usually responds in within a few days
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

Kaleb and I share a very pet friendly home with a fenced in yard. We are home-bodies and love spending time with our three dogs and two kitties. Our dogs easily become best friends with every dog they meet while our cats are very accustomed to being around large rowdy dogs.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 4 dogs, 2 cats
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Melissa M. would like to know about your pet

I would like to be able to anticipate any behavioral issues to ensure the safety of your animal and your home, but I’m open to all breeds and personalities!

A typical day

I would be happy to take your dogs to a nearby park or walk them around your neighborhood, or simply spend time snuggling, playing with their favorite toys, or giving them lots of treats (with owners permission of course)

Location

Temple, TX

Melissa M.'s Neighborhood

Pets

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Melissa M.

Temple, TX

5.0 out of 5 stars
•12 reviews