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Melissa P.

Arden, NC

5.0 out of 5 stars
31 reviews
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Services

Melissa can care for

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

Availability

I currently work in the office from 8AM-5PM, so I am currently only available after work during the week, and on weekends. - For each walk, I'll try to switch up the routes to provide new environments and smells for your pup - unless of course they want to go a certain way! The schedule for each check-in/walk for dogs is typically going directly outside to get some energy out and relieve themselves. At the end of the scheduled time, I always check water bowls and can provide food if requested. Sometimes we'll play a little with a toy before I leave! I have experience dealing with reactive dogs and am happy to work with your dog on neutral reactions to triggers.

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Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About Melissa P.

Communication

8 repeat pet parents
84% response rate
Usually responds within a few hours
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

2 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

- No matter what, I will treat your pet just like my own! I understand as an owner how difficult it can be to leave your pet. I will do my best to provide lots of love and comfort to your pet, as well as provide your peace of mind with detailed updates and lots of pictures!

Information Melissa P. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if you dog has any special needs ahead of time! I'm happy to accommodate to the best of my abilities. It's helpful to know your dog's temperament, likes, dislikes, health conditions, and motivations. If you're working on any specific training, please let me know so I can continue reinforcing the behavior you'd like to see.

A typical day

In the house, I like to play games like search, tug, and fetch. I also love to have training sessions throughout the day to mentally tire pups out as well!

Location

Arden, NC

Melissa P.'s Neighborhood

Pets

All ❤️ & no worry when you’re away!

Pet care experience

I’ve been around my family’s pets for most of my life! Growing up, I would watch my cousin’s dog while they were away. Throughout college, I’d help with my roommate's cat too! More recently, I had a roommate who adopted a rescue dog named Ash. I’d help with Ash as needed, taking him on walks, feeding him, and giving him all the love he wanted. My experience with Ash led me to get my current pup, Mikey! Mikey is a rescue dog who was found as a stray in Texas. We think he was abandoned in his first year of life - so I feel like we’ve been through it all wit him! Early on, he had health issues, so I’m familiar with administrating medicine. We’ve worked tons on training in these past few months, and I’d be happy to continue whatever training you’re working on with your animal!

Reviews

Gracey G.
Doggy Day Care • May 26, 2022
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Melissa did a great job of caring for Remi! She provided me tons of cute pictures and updates and I could tell Remi was having lots of fun and was in good hands. Remi was nice and tired after daycare because of all of the playing. Melissa even helped work on some commands that Remi was learning.

Christina G.
Dog Walking • May 13, 2022
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Scruffy says thank-you for another week of walkies and sniffs, and extra pets of course!

Kathrine B.
Drop-In Visits • Apr 02, 2022
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Melissa did a great job caring for my cat & gave me so much peace of mind while I was away! ?? Thank you Melissa for being so responsive & kind!

Christina G.
Dog Walking • Mar 31, 2022
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Thanks for another great week of walkies and sniffs!

About Melissa P.

Communication

8 repeat pet parents
84% response rate
Usually responds within a few hours
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

2 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

- No matter what, I will treat your pet just like my own! I understand as an owner how difficult it can be to leave your pet. I will do my best to provide lots of love and comfort to your pet, as well as provide your peace of mind with detailed updates and lots of pictures!

Information Melissa P. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if you dog has any special needs ahead of time! I'm happy to accommodate to the best of my abilities. It's helpful to know your dog's temperament, likes, dislikes, health conditions, and motivations. If you're working on any specific training, please let me know so I can continue reinforcing the behavior you'd like to see.

A typical day

In the house, I like to play games like search, tug, and fetch. I also love to have training sessions throughout the day to mentally tire pups out as well!

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Melissa P.

Arden, NC

5.0 out of 5 stars
31 reviews