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Melissa S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
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Melissa S.

5.0 out of 5 stars

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $14 per visit

Highlights

Enhanced background check
50 years of experience
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

At a party, I'm with the dogs!

I cry in 97% of movies with animals, therefore I will not watch them. I love dogs and will treat and love on yours like my own. I don't believe in hitting a dog for discipline or any other reason. Just give me the necessary queues/words to use to get them to follow commands.

Qualifications

100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
88% bookings with photo updates
50 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

I feel dogs should be inside. Can stay longer times outside depending on weather. If they're outside we can't love on them like we should.

Ratings and reviews

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7 ratings
Alesha M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Sep 08, 2026

Melissa was one of the best house and pet sitters we've ever had! We met Melissa ahead of the sit to introduce her to Luna and our home, and we immediately felt she was a great fit. She took excellent care of our home and Luna. We came back home to such a happy dog and a spotless house. Our home was exactly as we left it and we could tell Luna was well taken care for with plenty of love. Melissa has a heart of gold and we would highly recommend her. She communicates great, provides updates, and follows care instructions. She's truly one of the best and brings such peace of mind while away. We look forward to having her sit for us again soon!

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Riley J.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Aug 31, 2026

Super sweet and did a great job watching my dog and my house. Will definitely be booking her again!!

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Tracy T.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Aug 13, 2026

Melissa is excellent. She stayed in our home with our 3 dogs (2 large and 1 medium size) for a week and a half and it was clear how much they love her with the information she frequently shared with us and the awesome pics of our happy pups. She gave medications twice daily for our elderly guy, and clearly tried hard to make sure the dogs needs were more than just met. And it didn't end with the dogs but she cared for our home the same way. She reached out with questions where appropriate, watered our plants, and even changed our Roomba vacuum bag when it was full. She was so conscientious and easy going. We returned to a home as clean as we left it and really relaxed and happy pooches. We highly recommend Melissa for in-home dog sitting, she exceeded our expectations at every turn.

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David H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jun 01, 2026

Good job

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Patricia V.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • May 30, 2026

Melissa did a wonderful job with my Shephard, Chula and Bear my Corgi. Bear actually let her snuggle with him. She took care of somethings for us while we were gone. I would definitely call on her again!

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House Sitting • Mar 21, 2026

Melissa S. cancelled a booking within a day of the start date.

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Schedule

I do have a full time job now. But schedule changes at times. Dogs love unconditionally and deserve the same from us. They provide supreme comfort.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Melissa can host up to 2 drop-ins per day
Let me know if your dog has any special needs and what behavior's to look for and how to take care of them. I'd like a written daily schedule for your dog so I'll no how to schedule my day.
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.