Melissa S.
Playa Vista, CA
Active and Devoted Dog Lover!
Pet care experience
I always had a dog growing up and love every minute I spend with one. I will be sure your dog is entertained and loved while your away. I am a compassionate and dependable person with pet care experience, so you can trust that your dog will be in good hands. I took my first dog to obedience school, so I am familiar with commands, positive and negative reinforcement, and remaining the alpha in the relationship. I rescued my last dog before I moved to Los Angeles. As I worked gently training her, she became less nervous and was able to acclimate to different environments. I walked her every day - often twice a day - and I took her to open hiking spaces with friends and familiarized her with their dogs as well. The obedience training I received added to my skill set while my experience with a skittish rescue dog makes me uniquely able to care for all types of dogs.
Reviews
Melissa is wonderful! I'm so happy I was able to find her through Rover. She was able to accommodate my schedule last minute, and was very responsive throughout the entire process. I felt relieved having her take care of my fur-baby and definitely recommend her services- absolutely great experience!
Melissa and I both lived in the bay area and were involved in the dog rescue community. She was referred to me as a very respected pet sitter for my Maltese, Max. I was in a last minute bind and needed someone to help me immediately to both housesit and care for Max. After interviewing a few people, I met with Melissa and felt an instant connection. I'm very cautious with Max as he is 13 years old, is deaf and has heart difficulties. Three years has gone by, and I am so fortunate that not only have we both moved down to LA but that I have also found a great friend in Melissa. She's not only dependable and trustworthy but also a compassionate soul. Max is in doggie heaven when Melissa comes to visit! I would highly recommend Melissa.
Melissa is the best! I had her watch my dog, Luka, for a weekend, and Luka had the best time! I got photo and video updates everyday. Melissa also took great care of my house. It was clean when I got home, and Luka can be messy. I will definitely be using her as my go to dog sitter! Thanks Melissa!!
I have known Melissa for over 14 years and highly recommend her as a dog caregiver and as a cat-sitter. Her family has always owned well behaved, healthy dogs and Melissa has been tasked with their care when her parents have traveled. She tended to our 4 house cats and home while we traveled; when we returned everything was in perfect order and the cats were happy and healthy. Our Bernese Mountain Dog always loves Melissa’s attention but, since the dog comes with us Melissa hasn’t had to care for her. Melissa would be a reliable and very caring and compassionate pet-sitter.
About Melissa S.
Communication
Skills
Information Melissa S. would like to know about your pet
I don't have any breed preferences. I would like to do a meet and greet before I sit your dog for the first time, so I make sure I meet your dogs needs. I would like to know if your dog has any specific negative behaviors like jumping, for example.
A typical day
We will go to dog parks, on hikes, play fetch and with toys, or with other dogs if compatible.
Services
Melissa can watch in your home
About Melissa S.
Communication
Skills
Information Melissa S. would like to know about your pet
I don't have any breed preferences. I would like to do a meet and greet before I sit your dog for the first time, so I make sure I meet your dogs needs. I would like to know if your dog has any specific negative behaviors like jumping, for example.
A typical day
We will go to dog parks, on hikes, play fetch and with toys, or with other dogs if compatible.
Location
Culver City, CA
Pets
Melissa S.
Playa Vista, CA