Melissa Q.
Melissa Q.
Highlights
Pet care experience
Your dog is treated like family! 💕
As a child, I had the opportunity to train and show cows in 4-H and various fairs around Worcester County. This was great because it taught me how to be sensitive to and care for animals. In high school I was able to work with horses and then in college I became a member of the equestrian team. I love working with all kinds of animals and currently have chickens, a house bunny and two young labs. Our dogs LOVE making new friends! We have three college aged kids that also love dogs and know how to treat animals. Your dog becomes a part of our family while you’re away. I send lots of pictures and updates so you can see what your best friend’s vacation is like. **We can only host dogs that get along with other dogs.** I'm comfortable administering medication and working with special needs or senior dogs. Please feel free to contact me with any questions!
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
Thank you Melissa for another great vacation knowing that Zoey was being taken care of with such love and kindness!!
Zoey had a great time! Thank you so much, Melissa!
Zoey is so happy when she has been at your home. Thank you again for making her feel a part of your family ❤️
Melissa Q. cancelled a booking within a day of the start date.
Melissa was amazing with our dog! We received daily updates and lots of pictures from his day. Our dog looked so happy in the pictures and enjoyed his time at Melissa’s. We will absolutely be booking her again to sit our dog. We can’t thank you enough for taking such great care of Kujo!
Melissa is an excellent caregiver for my chocolate lab, Zoey! Her texts and pictures provide information and a great deal of comfort to me highlighting Zoey’s stay. Thank you again Melissa for all you do to make my vacation stress free as I am convinced that Zoey is also having a great time on her “vacation”!
Calendar and availability
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Schedule
I currently work from home during the day but my job is very flexible. Your pup stays with me and gets potty breaks at least once an hour.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
We have a small part of our yard fenced and dedicated as the dog area, right off of our back sliding door. We also have a retractable gate for the front porch that stays closed most of the time so no dogs escape out the front door either. Safety is our top priority! I prefer to only take dogs from one family at a time, so we can provide an environment with plenty of attention and care for your pup!
Pets
A typical day
We have a quiet neighborhood and usually try to walk a 2 mile loop with the dogs, depending on the weather. We have a small fenced area in the backyard, just big enough for the pups to enjoy some off leash outdoor play.