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Melissa Q.

Coney Island, Brooklyn, NY

4.9 out of 5 stars
67 reviews
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Services

Melissa can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs

Melissa can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

Pet care is a central part of my life. As a pet owner myself, I genuinely enjoy the companionship of animals and being able to provide them with attentive, loving care.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Melissa Q.

Communication

34 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
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I am available for in-home boarding at my home, as well as dog sitting and pet sitting (including cat sitting) in clients’ homes. I accept both advance bookings and last-minute requests when availability allows. Feel free to reach out to me directly with any questions or to schedule care. ❤️🐕🐈🌎

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

Information Melissa Q. would like to know about your pet

Please feel free to indicate should any further attention be needed for your pet with particular needs. I am here to assist to make being away from home a comfortable experience

A typical day

Some daytime activities include long walks, a little fetch, and some much needed cuddle time. I love both Cats and dogs and my home is pet friendly for a comfortable home away from home ❤️

Location

Brooklyn, NY

Melissa Q.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Rovers #1 Dog Sitter 🐾🐕

Pet care experience

I offer full-time, in-home dog sitting and boarding in a calm, loving environment near the beach. Dogs stay in my home, where their comfort and safety are my top priority. My space is fully set up for dogs of all sizes, with plenty of toys, cozy beds, and dedicated areas for rest and play. Each dog receives personalized care, attention, and a relaxed home atmosphere—never cages or overcrowding. For owners needing extended stays, I also offer free pick-up and drop-off, making longer bookings easy and stress-free. Whether your dog is here for a short visit or a longer stay, they’ll be treated like family.

Cat care experience

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Purr-felt pal for your Kitty(s)🐈❤️

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

Reviews

Lenore K.
Boarding • Apr 08, 2026
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Easy peasy. I felt totally confident that Chauncey was in great loving care.

Alejandra C.
Boarding • Feb 09, 2026
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Thank you Melissa for taking care of Balto for a few days 😊

Lauren J.
Boarding • Oct 14, 2025
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Melissa is great. My dog Obi loves her. We will continue to book with Melissa.

Somewherein & James B.
Boarding • Aug 06, 2025
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Melissa was great and easy to work with on short notice.

About Melissa Q.

Communication

34 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
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I am available for in-home boarding at my home, as well as dog sitting and pet sitting (including cat sitting) in clients’ homes. I accept both advance bookings and last-minute requests when availability allows. Feel free to reach out to me directly with any questions or to schedule care. ❤️🐕🐈🌎

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

Information Melissa Q. would like to know about your pet

Please feel free to indicate should any further attention be needed for your pet with particular needs. I am here to assist to make being away from home a comfortable experience

A typical day

Some daytime activities include long walks, a little fetch, and some much needed cuddle time. I love both Cats and dogs and my home is pet friendly for a comfortable home away from home ❤️

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.
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Melissa Q.

Coney Island, Brooklyn, NY

4.9 out of 5 stars
67 reviews