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Melissa P.

Ashton, MD

5.0 out of 5 stars
48 reviews
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Services

Melissa can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Unspayed females accepted, neutered males only
No females in heat

Melissa can care for

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

Availability

I work close to home and have time to care for my dogs as well as your babies too. My adult daughters love to help as well.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Melissa P.

Communication

35 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a large fenced yard with an available dog door for small and medium dogs to use. I also can crate your dog if requested.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 3 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Melissa P. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your dog has any special needs or behaviors that I can help accommodate. I have worked with rescue dogs (my own and foster dogs) who sometimes require extra attention.

A typical day

I love to play with my dogs and we have a huge yard to include yours in our fun too. We love to run around and have many toys that dogs will love!

Location

Ashton, MD

Melissa P.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Experienced Pet Sitter

Pet care experience

I am a full time Secretary with MCPS. I am a dog lover who grew up on a large farm in Montgomery County with beef cattle and many dogs. My dogs have been with me for 14, 7 and 5 years and have had 3 litters of rescue puppies. I pride myself on the ability to take care of most dogs, large and small. My farming background gives me great experience to help with all breeds and sizes. I have owned all breeds and sizes of dogs, from Chessie's, Basset hounds, Golden Retrievers to Yorkies, Poodles and Pomeranians. I will take care of your small animals and farm animals too, JUST ASK! I love to walk and especially when I have a furry friend with me. I am responsible and enjoy helping families with their fur babies.

Reviews

Patricia W.
Drop-In Visits • dic. 08, 2025
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Melissa did a great job with our senior dog Blue! She provided photos and updates and he seemed very happy when we returned. We will definitely reach out to Melissa again!

David B.
Drop-In Visits • jun. 16, 2025
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This was the first tie use Rover in quite awhile. It was also the first time Melissa did a drop-in for us. We were very pleased and hope to use her again.

Boarding • dic. 20, 2024

Melissa P. cancelled a booking 3 days before it was scheduled to begin.

Hilary B.
Boarding • ago. 02, 2019
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Diego had a wonderful stay with Melissa. She is a true animal lover with years of experience. She made Diego feel right at home. I’m sure he enjoyed her large fenced backyard and playing with her cute dogs and kind daughters. We’ll be using her again!

About Melissa P.

Communication

35 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a large fenced yard with an available dog door for small and medium dogs to use. I also can crate your dog if requested.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 3 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Melissa P. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your dog has any special needs or behaviors that I can help accommodate. I have worked with rescue dogs (my own and foster dogs) who sometimes require extra attention.

A typical day

I love to play with my dogs and we have a huge yard to include yours in our fun too. We love to run around and have many toys that dogs will love!

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Melissa P.

Ashton, MD

5.0 out of 5 stars
48 reviews