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Melissa M.

Homestead, FL

5.0 out of 5 stars
195 reviews
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Services

Melissa can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Melissa can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

I offer personalized services of training, canine education, behavior modification and counseling. I have experience working with dogs as professional for 4 years and I was working in a hotel and school for dogs as a caregiver and trainer. I have schedules available from 7am to 9pm on weekdays and from 6am to 10:30pm on weekends.

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About Melissa M.

Communication

46 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I would take care of them as if they were my own, with a lot of attention and care and playing with them to entertain them and decrease the chances of anxiety.

Home

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

Information Melissa M. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your dog had any special needs or behavior that I can need to know. That way I prepare the specific conditions that your dog may need.

A typical day

I love to stimulate dogs mentally and physically, I will play fun games with which to entertain themselves and develop their abilities. I usually take them out for Structured walks to do comands and explore new scents and socialize with other people and animals at a level they can handle.

Location

Homestead, FL

Melissa M.'s Neighborhood

Working & loving dogs, a lifestyle.

Pet care experience

I am an experienced and passionate canine trainer and pet sitter, with skills to work with dogs of all breeds and temperaments. My focus is on understanding and communicating effectively with dogs, using their natural language to achieve positive and lasting results. My approach is based on understanding and respect for canine nature. I believe in training based on knowing our dog according to his characteristics and temperament. To work with both, the dog and the owner to help them learn to communicate correctly and above all, I believe in building a relationship of trust and love between the dogs and their owners. I offer a variety of personalized services to meet the unique needs of each dog and their owners: •⁠ ⁠Basic and advanced obedience training •⁠ ⁠Correction of problematic behaviors (fear, aggressiveness, anxiety) •⁠ ⁠ Training for assistance and therapy dogs •⁠ ⁠Preparation for obedience and agility tests •⁠ ⁠Consultations to solve behavioral problems •⁠ ⁠Socialization and group training sessions • Dog walking & Boarding

Reviews

Kat C.
Boarding • juin 03, 2026
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Melissa is extremely knowledgeable and kind. She truly knows and understands dog behavior. Ziggy has alot of energy and she managed him perfectly. She has alot of space for your pet to run and explore. We will continue to request Melissa to care for Ziggy as he had a great time :).

Bo W.
Boarding • juin 03, 2026
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Melissa did a great job caring for our fur baby! She communicated well, sent photos and updates, and our cat appeared comfortable and well cared for. We appreciated her reliability and would be happy to book with her again.😊

Natalie A.
Dog Walking • mai 14, 2026
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Great experience with Melissa!

Érica B.
Boarding • mai 09, 2026
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Melissa is a great sitter. Luna came back home tired and happy. She had a great time at Melissa’s place and we felt very comfortable to let her care for our dog. She knows a lot about dogs and taught us some tips. We will board Luna with her again in the future.

About Melissa M.

Communication

46 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I would take care of them as if they were my own, with a lot of attention and care and playing with them to entertain them and decrease the chances of anxiety.

Home

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

Information Melissa M. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your dog had any special needs or behavior that I can need to know. That way I prepare the specific conditions that your dog may need.

A typical day

I love to stimulate dogs mentally and physically, I will play fun games with which to entertain themselves and develop their abilities. I usually take them out for Structured walks to do comands and explore new scents and socialize with other people and animals at a level they can handle.

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Melissa M.

Homestead, FL

5.0 out of 5 stars
195 reviews