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Melissa P.

5.0 out of 5 stars
8 repeat clients
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Melissa P.

5.0 out of 5 stars
8 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $20 per visit

Highlights

Melissa has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
9 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Thoughtful & Consistent Care!

For over nine years, I’ve provided consistent, thoughtful dog sitting, daily dog walking, and drop-in care for families who search for reliability and clear communication. Experience has taught me that pets thrive on routine, patience, and steady energy — and that’s exactly what I bring to every visit. My clients trust me to be dependable, attentive, and respectful of their time, home, and pets. I specialize in structured daily walks, recurring drop-ins for busy professionals, and long-term pet sitting support, creating stability and peace of mind, for both pets and owners. What You Can Expect: • Consistent, scheduled walk times • Secure leash handling and safe route awareness • Midday potty breaks and enrichment • Medication administration if needed • Photo updates + detailed Rover cards after every visit • Behavior observations (energy, appetite, stress signals

Qualifications

8 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
9 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

I’m especially experienced with rescue dogs and seniors. I understand how to read body language and adjust energy accordingly, creating a calm and reassuring experience for your pet. Safety is my top priority. I double-check doors, leashes, gates, and any instructions every visit. If I ever have a question, I communicate immediately — I don’t make assumptions when it comes to your pet. I also reinforce basic commands during walks if desired, helping maintain structure and good leash habits. When you're looking for a reliable weekday walker or recurring drop-in sitter, who takes scheduling seriously and values long-term consistency, I’d love to connect

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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28 ratings
Wendy G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jun 16, 2026

Melissa is an excellent petsitter. Our dog and two cats loved her. She showed them love and compassion while providing medication as needed. We appreciated receiving her updates along with pictures. Thank you Melissa!

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Kelly N.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jun 05, 2026

There’s good reason that Melissa has 5 stars. We have used her twice for dog sitting in our own home and it has been a pleasant experience both times. She’s respectful to our home and very attentive to our dogs whom have different needs. We feel comfortable with her and I’m sure our dogs love her just as much.

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J D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • May 26, 2026

Our boys seemed well loved and taken care of!

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Lori L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • May 08, 2026

It was obvious that my dogs and home were well cared for and made rebooking for my next vacation an easy choice. Melissa is a great communicator and I felt assured that Stella and Bucky were in good hands.

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Sherrie P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Mar 03, 2026

My little old dog just loves Melissa. She makes her feel calm when I am away. We will be calling again. Thanks Melissa. You are awesome!

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Amelia S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Feb 23, 2026

Melissa was so great and took such good care of our boy! We booked her last minute - she was super flexible and Prince warmed up to her so quickly. Thank you, Melissa!!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

Pet care is a daily part of my life, and I do my best to be fully available when needed. All pets in my care are treated with love and respect, matching their pace and needs to create a stress free and happy environment. I do my best to fulfill both pet and parent needs as far as scheduling is concerned.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Melissa can host up to 4 drop-ins per day
To provide the best care possible, please let me know: • Any leash reactivity or pulling tendencies • Medical needs or medications • Anxiety triggers or sensitivities • Preferred commands or routines • Emergency vet information I prioritize understanding your pet’s routine and needs, making a smoother and more stress-free time together.
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.