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Melissa M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
2 repeat clients
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Melissa M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
2 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $70 per night

Highlights

Enhanced background check
30 years of experience
Home full time
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Sitter for four legged Babies

I have had and taken care of pets all of my life. I am responsible and a lover of animals. I treat others pets as if they were my own. They will be well taken care of and will be comfortable in my home. I have been pet sitting through Rover for over 2 years and have many repeat clients.

Qualifications

2 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
50% bookings with photo updates
30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience

Ratings and reviews

5.0
stars
4 ratings
Susan T.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Jul 20, 2025

Melissa was amazing! She had our Sadie for three days of day care so we could go off and enjoy day trips with our visiting granddaughters and d.i.l. Sadie loved her and her girls, never looking back at us after that first day of drop off! Melissa sent periodic pics and updates of how our girl was doing, and was very accommodating as to drop off and pick up times. We would not hesitate to rebook with Melissa and highly recommend her for your fur babies.

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Juliana S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Feb 26, 2024

We booked with Melissa for a two night stay for our Rigby and could not be more pleased. She welcomed our pup into her home with open arms, and made the process of leaving him overnight for the first time easy and comfortable. She sent the best pictures and updates of him, and he came home very happy. I would highly recommend Melissa, and hope to use her again for our pet sitting needs in the future.

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Samantha R.
Feb 24, 2024

Melissa is caring, responsible and trusting. Melissa is an absolute amazing person and caregiver. Melissa is a great sitter for my animals. I don’t trust no one with my fur babies so for me to leave with someone when I am on vacation must mean I trust her with everything. She has given care to my dogs and took very good care of them while I was gone. Melissa was attentive to what needed to be done for my animals. My yorkie is on seizure medication and Melissa properly administered the medications for me. I felt relieved that I could trust someone so caring to take good care of my babies when I needed someone. So if anyone needs someone to watch their fur babies or fur kitties she is def the one you should pick to do it. U will not be disappointed. 5 stars for Rover. Keep up the great work u and your family are doing.

Lisa B.
Feb 24, 2024

Omg. Melissa was a life saver! She watched my two puppies for a few days when I had no one else. My first experience with Rover and after meeting Melissa, I will definitely use her services again!

Neil R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Feb 24, 2024

Melissa and her girls were the best. They took our dog in and immediately made her part of the family. She sent us tons of pics throughout the weekend which was great. I knew our dog was in great hands within minutes of meeting her. Our search for someone to help take care of our pet while we are away is over. Thx Melissa!!!

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Joseph C.
Feb 23, 2024

Melissa is the absolute best! My dog, Morris, fell ill just before I was leaving for a business trip. Last minute trip to the vet left us with just a simple antibiotic regiment. Melissa made me feeling completely comfortable leaving Morris in her hands for the weekend while she administered his pills. She sent me a few pictures throughout Saturday and he looked like he was having a blast with her girls and her puppy. When I returned, everyone was in one piece and happy. I will definitely be booking Melissa for my next out of town business trip.

Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I work from home. I am available at all times upon requests within a time frame. Willing to be open for emergency situations as well. My pets are my family and I know that they can't always go with you. I will do anything to accommodate you and your babies.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I will take care of your pet as you wish. They can be a part of the family or crated if that is more comfortable at times. You know your pet best and I am here to make you feel at ease that they are well taken care of. I have a miniature poodle who loves new friends. Your pet will never be unattended inside or out. I have an outdoor kennel for going to the bathroom and when the pups are not in the kennel, I will have them on a leash for safety. I like to go hiking nearby for dogs that enjoy that and you will always get lots of pictures and videos to know they are happy and safe!

Pets

A typical day

Your pet will be played with and cared for. Let me know if there are any special requests or needs ahead of time that I can accommodate. They can be played with leashed outside as well as free to run around the house. My daughters are excellent with pets and we truly enjoy caring for them. Your pet will never be without attention.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Melissa can host up to 5 pets per night
All pets must be child friendly and be okay with other dogs. Your pet will most likely be with just my dog. My baby, Dunkin, loves all dogs and puppies! Just let me know of there is anything I need to know a head of time and I will do my best to make it happen! I have leashes, a crate if needed, harnesses, toys, treats, etc.
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.