Melissa M.
Melissa M.
Highlights
Pet care experience
Your best friend's part-time bestie
I have been a pet owner my entire life and have experience caring for a wide range of breeds, from small to large dogs. I also have experience with senior dogs, special-needs dogs, and administering medication when needed. I’m very patient and attentive with animals and understand that every pet has their own personality, routine, and comfort level. My goal is always to make your pet feel safe, loved, and completely at home while they’re in my care. I’m happy to follow their normal feeding, walking, medication, and bedtime routines as closely as possible.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
Our senior pittie Reggie had a great stay! Melissa was very communicative and kept us up to date with videos and pictures. He came back happy and healthy :) We would definitely book Melissa again!
Melissa was great! Very prompt & responsive. Sent me photos and updates during my trip. Very smooth process. 10/10 would recommend & use again!
Excellent care with photos to reassure me that they were in good hands.
She was an angel! So helpful and accommodating and the doggies loved her.
Melissa took really good care of my dog. My dog was allowed in couch and bed. She also left a cute and warm letter with my dogs’ stuff together.
Thank you Melissa for taking a good care of our dog. She was communicative, responsive, and kept us updated with our dog’s status. I highly recommend her if your fur babies need a vacay away from home.
Calendar and availability
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Schedule
I currently have full availability for boarding, daycare, walks, and drop-in care. My partner and I both work from home, which means pets staying with us get plenty of attention and are rarely left alone for extended periods. Because we’re home throughout the day, I’m also able to accommodate frequent potty breaks, walks, playtime, medication schedules, and pets who may need a little extra companionship or supervision.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
I live in a spacious 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom townhouse in a gated community with a private side yard, giving your pup plenty of room to relax, play, and feel comfortable. Our neighborhood is great for walks, and there is also a dog park just up the hill for pups who enjoy some extra exercise and outdoor time. There’s plenty of indoor space for beds, toys, crates, and quiet areas for dogs who prefer having their own space.
A typical day
I plan on going on breezy walks in my gated community and playing lots of fetch. In between exercise, there will be plenty of belly rubs while watching Bluey together. I’m happy to adapt activities to your dog’s normal routine so they feel as comfortable and happy as possible while you’re away.
- 0 to 15 lbs16 to 40 lbs41 to 100 lbsNo females in heatMelissa can host up to 3 pets per night
- I have experience with dogs of many different sizes, ages, and needs, including senior and special-needs dogs. Before their stay, I’d love to know about their normal routine, temperament, feeding schedule, medications, allergies or dietary restrictions, and anything that helps them feel comfortable. Please also let me know how they do around other animals and people, as well as any quirks, anxieties, commands or favorite things I should know about.