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Melissa P.

5.0 out of 5 stars
35 repeat clients
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Melissa P.

5.0 out of 5 stars
35 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $25 per visit

Highlights

Basic background check
30 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Experienced Pet Sitter

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.

Qualifications

35 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Pets

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.

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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47 ratings
Patricia W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Dec 08, 2025

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!

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David B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jun 16, 2025

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.

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Boarding • Dec 20, 2024

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

Hilary B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 02, 2019

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!

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Cheryl C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • May 06, 2019

My 3 dogs were well cared for by Melissa. She was very responsive and sent comforting pictures and messages. Her large back yard is wonderful! I plan to use her again and again.

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Vail K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Mar 19, 2019

Gracie really seemed to have enjoyed her stay with Melissa. it's a good feeling to know that she's in good hands when we need to leave her with someone.

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

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.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Melissa can host up to 4 drop-ins per day
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.
Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.