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Melissa P.

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Melissa P.

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Contact for Boarding

from €45 per night

Highlights

Identity Verified
7 years of experience
Home full time
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Melissa & Simba

Hello! My name is Melissa, and I am a biologist with a lifelong love for animals. I live with Simba, my friendly and social dog, so your furry friend will always have loving company during their stay. I have several years of experience caring for dogs of different breeds and temperaments, and I am comfortable administering medication when needed. Safety, well-being, and happiness are always my top priorities. As both a professional and an animal lover, I treat every pet as if they were my own — with patience, responsibility, and lots of affection.

Cat care experience

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Melissa cat pet

Melissa also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Qualifications

90% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
Sends updates with Rover Cards
7 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Ratings and reviews

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Willem B.
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Doggy Day Care • Dec 29, 2025

Melissa has been an absolutely wonderful dog sitter for our dog, Fin. From the start, she and her dog Simba helped Fin feel comfortable and truly at home. She provided him with great care, warmth, and attention, and even went the extra mile during his stay. The regular updates and photos were especially appreciated and gave us a lot of peace of mind as worried dog parents. I would 100% recommend Melissa to anyone looking for a caring and reliable pet sitter, and I would gladly have her watch Fin again in the future.

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Ella A.
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Drop-In Visits • Sep 10, 2025

Melissa is wonderful! She’s very friendly and clearly a true dog lover. She even has her own pup who is super sweet and well-mannered. My dog can be a bit skittish at times, but Melissa was so patient and gentle that she quickly gained his trust—now he really enjoys being around her. I’d highly recommend Melissa to anyone looking for someone reliable and caring to look after their dog, and I’ll definitely be booking her again!

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Schedule

I work from home on my thesis, which means I am available all day to keep your pet company and give them the attention they deserve

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in an apartment
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Safety, trust & environment

In my home, pets are welcomed into a calm, safe, and loving environment. I live with Simba, my gentle and social dog, who enjoys the company of other animals. I make sure each pet has their own comfortable space, fresh water, healthy food, playtime, and plenty of affection throughout the day. Since I work from home on my thesis, I am present all day to provide companionship, supervision, and care.

Pets

A typical day

I love keeping pets happy and active! I enjoy going on walks, playing fetch, hiding treats for them to find, and giving lots of cuddles. I can also practice simple tricks with them to keep their minds engaged.

Cats
0 to 7 kg
7 to 18 kg
18 to 45 kg
Melissa can host up to 2 pets per night
Let me know any special requests, age, It’s important to know each pet’s walking schedule, if they have any special routines, and if they need special care (like medicine, favorite toys, or 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.