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Melissa P.

Star Sitter

Lombard, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
48 reviews
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Services

Melissa can host

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 care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old

Availability

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. This summer I will have a lot of free time as I will be working part time while I study for my exam.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Melissa P.

Communication

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

Skills

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

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 schedule.

Home

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

Information Melissa P. would like to know about your pet

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.

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!

Location

Lombard, IL

Melissa P.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Melissa P. has Star Sitter status

The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.

Pawsitively puurfect sitter!

Pet care experience

PLEASE NOTE: I have a job, normal 8.5 hour days. 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 15+ years. I enjoy both cat sitting and dog sitting. I’ve been on rover 2+ 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.

Cat care experience

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

Reviews

Thad T.
House Sitting • abr. 11, 2026
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She was awesome, kind, professional and caring. Can’t say enough positive things about her service.

Meghan R.
Boarding • abr. 06, 2026
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Our dog Murphy was extremely happy at Melissa’s house, and she made everything feel so easy. We highly recommend her!

Kimberli K.
House Sitting • abr. 01, 2026
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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!

Tonja B.
House Sitting • mar. 29, 2026
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Mellissa was very kind and professional. She took very good care of our little loves!

About Melissa P.

Communication

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

Skills

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

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 schedule.

Home

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

Information Melissa P. would like to know about your pet

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.

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!

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Melissa P.

Star Sitter

Lombard, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
48 reviews