Melissa R.
Gulfport, MS
Dogs make the best of friends.
Pet care experience
We moved when I was in second grade and not have any friends in my new neighborhood. I decided to would knock on doors asking to play with their dogs. After joining the military, I became a K-9 Handler for the last 8 of my 20 years. That was my first paid job walking dogs! It was the best job. I retired at the same time as a K-9 on-base retired. I was lucky to have adopted him and gave him a wonderful retired life for three amazing years. I have a Bully/Boston mix that I rescued from my neighbor.
Reviews
Melissa continues to do a great job taking care of my special needs poodle. Will rebook Melissa.
Melissa takes great care of my special needs poodle. I’m very confident leaving her in Melissa’s care.
Melissa did a great job taking care of my little poodle. Have booked her a few times now and will continue.
Melissa does a great job taking care of my toy poodle! KK really likes her. I will keep booking Melissa!
About Melissa R.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I will follow whatever directions you have for your pet inside/outside your home. I believe crate training young dogs is an excellent practice and will support your needs. Also, I have access to military bases.
Information Melissa R. would like to know about your pet
Let me know if your dog has special needs or particular behaviors that I need to observe. I will abide by your method of reinforcement.
A typical day
Fun activities include playing catch, fetch, and hide-and-go-seek. If allowed, I enjoy playing tug-of-war with heavy rope toys. I also enjoy taking dogs to a local dog part for mental, physical, and social stimulation depending on your location.
Services
Melissa can watch in your home
Availability
I am a stay-at-home mom, wife, and part-time student. My school work is flexible. In addition to having fun with dogs, I look forward to the opportunity to be more active than I am now.
About Melissa R.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I will follow whatever directions you have for your pet inside/outside your home. I believe crate training young dogs is an excellent practice and will support your needs. Also, I have access to military bases.
Information Melissa R. would like to know about your pet
Let me know if your dog has special needs or particular behaviors that I need to observe. I will abide by your method of reinforcement.
A typical day
Fun activities include playing catch, fetch, and hide-and-go-seek. If allowed, I enjoy playing tug-of-war with heavy rope toys. I also enjoy taking dogs to a local dog part for mental, physical, and social stimulation depending on your location.
Location
Gulfport, MS
Pets
Melissa R.
Gulfport, MS