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Melissa M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
13 repeat clients
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Melissa M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
13 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $44 per night

Highlights

Basic background check
32 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication
Special needs experience

Pet care experience

Pets are Family to me :)

Hi there! :) My name is Melissa, a true animal lover. I can't wait to meet your fur baby/babies! I have raised many many dogs and cats. I grew up with a dad that loved animals, so I was around every kind of animal you can think of. I truly love all animals and enjoy taking care of them very much. Thank you for taking your time to get to know me. I know looking on here for a sitter for the first time can be scary. Trusting your loved one with a stranger can be difficult. I want to put your mind at ease and let you know if you choose for me to watch them, they will be well taken care of, played with and shown extra love. I will send you tons of pictures and keep you updated as much as you'd like me to. I have some reviews for you to check out along with some pictures of some happy fur babies I've watched. I do have 2 dogs in my home but Sandi stays upstairs in my mom's room at all times. Worm also stays upstairs with Sandi when I have someone over. So if you decide to have your fur baby here, I will have them stay upstairs. I will always have all my time and attention to your loved one. When they are here they can expect a fun, safe, and good time! :) Please if you have any questions, I'd be happy to answer you. :) Use code MELISM43190 to get $20.00 off your first booking with me on Rover: https://www.rover.com/sit/melism43190

Cat care experience

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Your cats will have a purrfect time

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

Qualifications

13 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
32 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

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37 ratings
Melinda M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Dec 29, 2025

Melissa is a great cat sitter. She has watched my two tabbies once a month for last three months. They love her. She does all that I ask and even cleaned up a candle holder my 9 month old Taz had broken over Thanksgiving weekend. Recommend her highly.

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Kimberly H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Dec 13, 2025

Thank you, Melissa, for having Ariel at your home for the first time yesterday. The pictures you sent me yesterday showed Ariel enjoyed being with you and the cuddling time. Thank you! Kim

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Jadyn D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Dec 03, 2025

Melissa was great! She sent lots of photo updates and the pups looked very happy :)

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Carter A.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Nov 30, 2025

Melissa is awesome!! She took good care of my puppy :)

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Drop-In Visits • Oct 14, 2025

Melissa M. cancelled a booking after the stay began.

Thomas B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jul 16, 2025

I hired Melissa recently and was very happy with her work. She sent me tons of pictures of my kitties while I was away and even my shy kitty warmed up to her quickly. It was very nice knowing my cats were in such good hands while I was away. 10/10 would hire again.

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Schedule

I can fit you in on my schedule. I'm very flexible. Please just ask, I promise to do my best in making you a priority.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I'm sure your dog will love it here. I have a fenced in yard that they can enjoy. I don't let them stay outside long though because of the weather. I always look out for their safety. They are welcome to snuggle up on the couch inside where it's nice and fresh or nice and warm depending on the weather. :) I look forward to meeting you and your furbaby/furbabies :)

Pets

A typical day

I'd love to play some games with your furry friend. Play with them outside for a while to get some sun. Let them relax and take a nap after some playtime on my king sized bed. Snuggle time to show them lots of love. :)

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Melissa can host up to 6 pets per night
Let me know ahead of time if your dog or cat has special needs. I will do my best to accommodate them. I have taken care of a lot of sick animals. Dogs and cats that need oral medications are no problem for me. I have administered different kinds of medications for several of my clients. So if your pet needs meds, I would be happy to make sure they get them on time as prescribed. :)
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