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Melissa R.

5.0 out of 5 stars
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Melissa R.

5.0 out of 5 stars

Contact for Drop-In Visits

$34 total per visit

These prices are for 1 dog, including a booking fee of 11%.

Highlights

Enhanced background check
20 years of experience
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Mountain Tails Retreat

Lifetime of experience raising dogs from puppies to seniors. Currently home to a playful 6-year-old, a gentle senior, and cat-safe separate spaces.

Qualifications

100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

Your pet is secure within two fully fenced acres. Lifelong experience, isolated cat zones, and constant supervision ensure a safe, reliable, and trustworthy stay. I can easily crate your pet if needed.

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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6 ratings
Chris H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 26, 2026

Melissa was absolutely fantastic! We received updates throughout the day and our boy Santos had the best time. Our boy came home exhausted because he was having such a fun time with her dog Mowgli and the rest of the pack :) If Santos could give a review, I'm sure he would give 5 stars as well! We will definitely look to book with Melissa again the next time we need to leave our boy in Buena Vista. Highly recommend her!

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Elle & Erin J.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 22, 2026

Melissa was excellent, very communicative and we felt good leaving our pup in her hands!

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Michael F.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Aug 17, 2026

Melissa was very friendly and responsible, and our dog loved her walk with her!

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Jennifer M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Aug 09, 2026

Melissa took wonderful care of our pup! Very grateful for her!

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Reda R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Aug 09, 2026

Melissa was amazing!! Sent us photos and updates of Ocean and was great at communicating. Would love to bring him back to play again if we’re in this area!

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Lauren D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 28, 2026

Great care. Super updates and photos of my puppy’s day. Went out of her way to help us with a car problem we had. Would recommend and will use her again

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

Typical Schedule I work from home, providing full-time availability. Our day includes morning walks across our 2 acres, dedicated playtime, scheduled meals, and constant companionship.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Melissa can host up to 3 drop-ins per day
Let me know if your dog has any special needs or behaviors that I can account for. I can easily crate your pet if needed.
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.

These prices are for 1 dog, including a booking fee of 11%.