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Melissa S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
21 repeat clients
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Melissa S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
21 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $17 per visit

Highlights

Melissa has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
8 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

A walk a day keeps the vet away💗🐾

I’ve been taking care of pets on Rover for 4 summers and I love it! Previously, I have worked at a doggy (and cat) daycare and boarding facility for 3.5 years, so I have experience feeding, walking, and caring for dogs of all breeds and ages. Throughout working there, I learned how to look for symptoms of dogs that are overheating or sick. Also, my friends and neighbors have relied on me to watch their homes while taking care of their pets. Growing up, my family had a dog and cat so I gained experience caring for animals of my own from a young age.

Qualifications

21 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
8 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

I am available to do a meet & greet to ensure that both you and your furry friend feel comfortable leaving your pet in my care.

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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43 ratings
Erick
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jun 10, 2026

Melissa is AMAZING! She's really nice, tender, thoughtful, and caring! She takes care of everything! She's the best!

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Sharon T.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Mar 21, 2026

Melissa was so kind, communicative, and great with my shy kitties!

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Nikki T.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Feb 07, 2026

Melissa is an amazing sitter. She made us feel very comfortable leaving our pets with her. She was very communicative and very sweet and our cats loved her. We didn't have to worry at all. She was very responsible and kept in touch with us the whole time. I really appreciated her hard work and service. I would highly recommend Melissa, she is definitely a great sitter.

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Kelsey T.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Feb 01, 2026

It brings me such peace of mind knowing we always come home to very happy pets when Melissa watches them. She is very pleasant to communicate with and responds quickly. I definitely recommend booking her!

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Kelsey T.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jan 25, 2026

Came home to very happy pets!

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Zoe A.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Jul 23, 2025

Flexible for last minute walks!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I work in education and am looking to play with dogs and cats in my free time! I’m typically available on Monday, Wednesdays, and Fridays after 4 pm and available anytime most weekends. During the summer, I’m typically available any time unless I’m out of town. If my posted days and times do not work, feel free to message me and see if we can find a time that works!

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Melissa can host up to 1 drop-in per day
Let me know if your dog has any special needs or behaviors that I can account for. I would like to know your dog's behavior around kids/other pets so I can be prepared for any situation. Also, please let me know if your dog has any allergies or special feeding instructions.
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.