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Melissa R.

Smyrna, GA

5.0 out of 5 stars
31 reviews
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Services

Melissa can care for

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

Availability

I am home full time so my schedule is very flexible including weekends. I am a morning person so early feedings or walks are not a problem.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About Melissa R.

Communication

9 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

25 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 can provide food, water and medications (if needed) in your home. In house or outside play is great with me and of course walks.

Information Melissa R. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your dog has special needs or preferences that I can prepare for. I am fond of all dogs but I do have experience with Golden Retrievers, Labradors, GSPs, Dachshunds, Pugs, Beagles, Walker hounds, Plot hounds, Great Danes and mixes of all shapes and sizes.

A typical day

I love to run, walk and hike! Those times are even better with a dog! I can exercise those energetic dogs for you! I can play fetch, engage play with squeaky toys and happily give them cuddles and scratching. I also enjoy doing some light grooming so I can brush them out and have them looking pretty for you.

Location

Smyrna, GA

Melissa R.'s Neighborhood

Pets

I pawsitively love animals

Pet care experience

I have always owned dogs from dachshunds to golden retrievers. I routinely care for the animals of friends or family when they are traveling. I am familiar with giving medications for arthritis, seizures and diabetes. I love walking and running with dogs but a nice easy play date is great too!

Reviews

Mary Jo P.
Drop-In Visits • Mar 08, 2026
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Melissa is fantastic! She’s been checking in on my kitties ( now just one) for a few years now. Melissa is reliable, sends photos updates and helps with bringing in my packages, mail, etc.

robert w.
Drop-In Visits • Feb 12, 2025
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Our boy Jax loves when its visitor day and he gets to play & learn new things with Melissa, she is truly the best, most kind to our pup☺️🤗🐾

robert w.
Drop-In Visits • Sep 11, 2024
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You are the best, Jax loves the attention and care you provide him. It's so awesome just knowing our boy is in good hands when we are away, he always looks forward to your visits. We can't thank you enough

Carla M.
Drop-In Visits • Apr 28, 2024
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It's so awesome to have Melissa take care of Opie when I'm away. The pictures and reports give me such relief in knowing he is in great care. Thank you!

About Melissa R.

Communication

9 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

25 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 can provide food, water and medications (if needed) in your home. In house or outside play is great with me and of course walks.

Information Melissa R. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your dog has special needs or preferences that I can prepare for. I am fond of all dogs but I do have experience with Golden Retrievers, Labradors, GSPs, Dachshunds, Pugs, Beagles, Walker hounds, Plot hounds, Great Danes and mixes of all shapes and sizes.

A typical day

I love to run, walk and hike! Those times are even better with a dog! I can exercise those energetic dogs for you! I can play fetch, engage play with squeaky toys and happily give them cuddles and scratching. I also enjoy doing some light grooming so I can brush them out and have them looking pretty for you.

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Melissa R.

Smyrna, GA

5.0 out of 5 stars
31 reviews