melissa r.
melissa r.
Highlights
Pet care experience
Your pets new bff
I’ve been surrounded by animals my entire life. My grandmother had a special gift for rescuing stray dogs and cats, giving them the love and care they needed, and finding them forever homes. Growing up with her, there were times when our home was filled with 8 dogs and 5 cats, which gave me a lifelong love and deep appreciation for animals. I’m an experienced and compassionate pet caregiver with hands on experience caring for both dogs and cats. I’m comfortable with feeding, walking, administering basic medications, playtime, and providing plenty of love and attention. I’m also attentive to changes in behavior and know how important it is to recognize signs of stress or illness. I treat every pet as an individual and strive to create a safe, comfortable, and loving environment where they feel happy and cared for. I’m comfortable handling pets of all sizes, ages, and personalities, and I approach every animal with patience, kindness, and compassion.
Cat care experience

melissa also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
Melissa is a wonderful human being and even better with all pets! She will go above and beyond to take care of anyone and or any pet! She has a cat who she would give the world for! Katniss is an amazing Norwegian forest cat she’s amazing!! She also had a turtle named Peter and a cockatiel named pretty girl! Shes an amazing person with an amazing heart
Calendar and availability
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Schedule
I have an open schedule. So I am open to most requests, just need a few days notice before accepting your beloved pet in my home.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
I have a fenced house. There are no other dogs in the block so there won’t be no barking wars or intimidation when the pups go outside. I do have a cat in the home. I have a flexible schedule as a work freelance so I can adapt to the needs of each individual pet and owner. I have a 11 year old boy who is gentle and kind and has been around pets since he was born.
Pets
- Cats0 to 15 lbs16 to 40 lbsSpayed and neutered dogs onlyNo females in heatCrate-trained dogs onlymelissa can host up to 2 pets per night
