Melissa N.
Hoffman Estates, IL
I care for all dogs like my own
Pet care experience
I've owned a dog all my life. I am very passionate about all animals. I currently own a senior dog, cat and hedgehog. I have experience dog walking, siting and training. I have experience training and running dogs with my aunt who trains dogs to track, run agility, play flyball, and run dog shows. I have a part-time job and am also a student, so my availability may be limited. Because of this limited availability, I cannot dog sit your dogs overnight, unfortunately. And even though I may be small, I promise I'm stronger than I appear and can handle your larger dogs! ☺️ I walk around the suburbs all the time and would love a dog companion to walk with me! I also love walking trails around forest preserves. I will only feed your dog treats after checking with you.
Reviews
Unfortunately we had a misunderstanding that I needed her mid day & not at 5:00. I had someone for evening. Melissa did however remedied the situation the best she could, which I did appreciate.
Melissa has always loved dogs. And my dogs love her, whether playing ball or laying quietly being petted. She will be an excellent companion to visit, walk, and care for your four legged best friend.
Melissa loves all dogs and gets great joy being around them and playing with them. She enjoys taking her own dog for walks and is very good at taking on the responsibility of watching him when nobody else is around. Being around dogs is something Melissa has always enjoyed and because of this, she makes a very good dog sitter/ walker that any dog would enjoy being with.
I have known Melissa for about two years— one as a friend, and another as a roommate. In that time I’ve learned that she is, above all, a caring spirit. Melissa could strike up a conversation with anyone from anywhere and has an incredible level of empathy for people she has never even met. At home, she cares for her dog Charlie and her hedgehog, Focus. Hedgehogs are not easy creatures to take care of but I have always seen Melissa looking closely after Focus with tender love and care, and protecting her at all costs. She gets along easily with animals of all sizes and would be a great companion for your pet!
About Melissa N.
Skills
Information Melissa N. would like to know about your pet
I don't have any breed preferences. I love all dogs. However, I would like to know their breed, weight, age and any existing medical or dietary issues.
A typical day
I love walking around the suburbs and parks or nature trails. I promise we will stay on the trail/sidewalk. I try to keep street walking to a minimum. I also love playing fetch with a ball or frisbee. I know a few frisbee tricks! ?
Services
Melissa can watch in your home
About Melissa N.
Skills
Information Melissa N. would like to know about your pet
I don't have any breed preferences. I love all dogs. However, I would like to know their breed, weight, age and any existing medical or dietary issues.
A typical day
I love walking around the suburbs and parks or nature trails. I promise we will stay on the trail/sidewalk. I try to keep street walking to a minimum. I also love playing fetch with a ball or frisbee. I know a few frisbee tricks! ?
Location
Hoffman Estates, IL
Pets
Melissa N.
Hoffman Estates, IL