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Melissa P.

Fairfax, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
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Flexible schedule, experienced

Pet care experience

I have been pet sitting since i was a kid and have years of experience with dogs of all shapes and sizes, from toy poodles to Bernese Mountain Dogs. I've also had a fair bit of experience with other animals, from cats to reptiles, birds, small mammals, and horses. I work retail, so my schedule is flexible and I have excellent people skills. I have training in pet nutrition and behavior, and experience working with challenging dogs. I love being active, and am a life long animal lover so this is the perfect job! I will leave your home in the same great condition you left it and your pets happy and played with! I used to do backyard agility with my own dog, so I have lots of fun games to play with your pet that can even improve behavior. I come from a medical family, so I am comfortable with giving oral medications- even to cats!

Reviews

Julee W.
House Sitting • Oct 06, 2019
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Melissa was awesome. Spent a lot of time outside and inside walking and playing. Very responsive to texts and kept us informed. We would definitely use her again and recommend her.

Jenie F.
House Sitting • Jan 30, 2019
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She was able to come on a moments notice in an emergency with my other sitter. She came in and just took charge. She is very experienced and knowledgeable making my fur babies the top priority. ❤️❤️❤️❤️

Deborah P.
Jan 08, 2019

Melissa loves animals, especially dogs! She enjoys walking, playing and caring for them. Their comfort is a responsibility that Melissa takes seriously and approaches with dedication. She looks after each animal as if it is her own and always gives her full effort to follow the directions she is given for their care. She has had many years of experience with her own dog and with those of friends, and neighbors. She also is employed at a pet store and has responsibility for the dogs and cats in their care. She is very respectful of owners and their homes. I recommend her highly.

Mark P.
Jan 08, 2019

Melissa loves dogs and dogs love Melissa. She helped care for our dog for many years and was always compassionate and dedicated in watching after him. She is very reliable and I would fully expect for her to treat your dog as she would her own. I highly recommend her as a dog sitter.

About Melissa P.

Communication

1 repeat pet parents
90% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
30% bookings with photo updates

Skills

10 years of experience
Oral medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience

Information Melissa P. would like to know about your pet

Temperament, energy level, any fears or behavior quirks, typical schedule. I prefer not to walk brachycephalic (flat faced) dogs.

Services

House Sitting
in your home
$30per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$15per visit
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$15per walk

Melissa can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Available
Not available
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Calendar last updated 4 years ago
Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About Melissa P.

Communication

1 repeat pet parents
90% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
30% bookings with photo updates

Skills

10 years of experience
Oral medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience

Information Melissa P. would like to know about your pet

Temperament, energy level, any fears or behavior quirks, typical schedule. I prefer not to walk brachycephalic (flat faced) dogs.

Location

Fairfax, VA

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Melissa P.

Fairfax, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews