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Melissa P.

5.0 out of 5 stars
11 repeat clients
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Melissa P.

5.0 out of 5 stars
11 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $55 per night

Highlights

Melissa has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
21 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Can administer medication
Special needs experience

Pet care experience

Pawsitively puurfect sitter!

PLEASE NOTE: I have a job, normal 8.5 hour days as does my partner. Please take this into consideration BEFORE submitting a request for care as every declined request counts against us! Boarding and house sitting will require at minimum one meet and greet. We live in north Lombard, work in Wheaton. I am currently studying to for the RD exam. I have pet sit/house sit for my family and friends for 20+ years. I enjoy both cat sitting and dog sitting. I’ve been on rover almost 3 years and have had the chance to watch all sorts of dogs from senior to picky to special needs as well as many cats. I’ll do my best to make your pet feel comfortable and happy! I’m proud to have a 5-star rating and star sitter status. House sitting is my main area of focus, my significant other typically handles boarders. Since we both work, all pets must be able to go a full workday without a potty break, as well as for boarders get along with our 2 dogs.

Cat care experience

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Pawsitively puurfect sitter!

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

Qualifications

11 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
21 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Ratings and reviews

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51 ratings
Thad T.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Apr 11, 2026

She was awesome, kind, professional and caring. Can’t say enough positive things about her service.

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Meghan R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Apr 06, 2026

Our dog Murphy was extremely happy at Melissa’s house, and she made everything feel so easy. We highly recommend her!

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Kimberli K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Apr 01, 2026

Melissa was wonderful! She stayed with my two cats while I was on a trip. She communicated the whole time I was gone, sending updates and pictures everyday! One of my cats is super shy and will hide the whole time new people come over and he warmed up to her right away. It made me so happy to know he was cared for and comfortable. This was my first experience using Rover and Melissa made it a great one!

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Tonja B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Mar 29, 2026

Mellissa was very kind and professional. She took very good care of our little loves!

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Alba C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Mar 21, 2026

Thanks again dor watching my furry babies!

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Ryan N.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jan 31, 2026

She is excellent. This is the second time we have used her and we will continue to book her as long as she is available

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

Due to my work responsibilities, pets that need care multiple times within an 8 hour window would not be a good fit. Also if boarding please know my partner and I both work. My focus is overnight care so the animals I am watching are given priority, but am happy to provide walks or drop ins outside of overnight care when available.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 8+ hours

Safety, trust & environment

Please express your pets needs so I may accommodate them. Medications, habits, commands are all important. I do my best to spend as much time as I can in the home outside of my work schedule.

Pets

A typical day

I love to get outside with the dogs for walks! I enjoy playing with lasers for cats and chase or tug of war with dogs. Anything to get them to play! Also love to give pets and cuddles!

16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Melissa can host up to 4 pets per night
Please let me know your dogs and/or cats needs. Medications, habits, normal schedule, etc so that I may provide the best care for your pet! The more details the better! Vet info needed.
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.