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Melissa R.

Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA

5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
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Services

Melissa can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only

Melissa can care for

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Melissa R.

Communication

1 repeat pet parent
72% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
50% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

6 years of experience

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Location

Des Moines, IA

Melissa R.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Love being a pet parent!

Pet care experience

I have used this service and had an amazing experience; which made me realize I wanted to sign up! When your a single pet parent that travels for work it can be hard to find someone to watch your dog. Knowing that Brady was well cared for while I was gone help me and I want to do the same for another pet parent! I have watched friends dogs over the years and it's just a great time for both Brady and I! Brady is very good with other dogs and plays well with others. He can be playful but also settle due very quickly. While we don’t have a fenced in yard, I’ll be sure your dog gets plenty of exercise. Feel free to reach for more details.

Reviews

Jenny M.
Boarding • Jul 06, 2026
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Melissa did a wonderful job taking care of Toro. She was very attentive to his needs and paid special attention to him due to the July 4 holiday and his fear of fireworks. Highly recommend and we hope to work with her more in the future.

Diane C.
House Sitting • Jul 12, 2019
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Melissa was a pleasure to have! Everyone liked each other.

Susan K.
House Sitting • Apr 08, 2019
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Melissa was great! She kept us posted with pictures and updates. She even slept on the couch to be closer to our puppy when he was lonely (whimpering). We came back to a clean house, a happy dog and even some flowers! I highly recommend Melissa

Jayson L.
Boarding • Sep 14, 2018
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Fantastic person and takes care of space well!

About Melissa R.

Communication

1 repeat pet parent
72% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
50% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

6 years of experience

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours
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Melissa R.

Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA

5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews