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Melissa S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
2 repeat clients
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Melissa S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
2 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $30 per night

Highlights

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

Pet care experience

I WFH so Let me love on your dogs!

My husband and I are empty nesters and love dogs! I work from home so I’m here every day 24/7! We lost our last dog a year ago to old age but would love to love on your dogs!

Qualifications

2 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
84% bookings with photo updates
20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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6 ratings
Gage L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 21, 2026

Melissa is outstanding! Period. Couldn't have been happier with my dog's (Ollie) stay at her house and I know Ollie loved it. Gave us several updates with photos during the week which was a nice touch as well. Would not hesitate to recommend her or to use her services again.

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Brianna F.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 01, 2026

Melissa is amazing ! This is our second time booking with her because of her great care for our dog the first time he stayed with her. He was so comfortable returning and was well-loved and spoiled all week long. Melissa is very responsive to messages and sending pictures. We would book with her again any time!

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Brianna F.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • May 26, 2025

Melissa and her husband were amazing and very trusted with our dog for the week! They were so kind, accommodating, and willing to go above and beyond for Jasper while we were away. They sent updates and pictures regularly and were very patient with changes in drop off/pick up times on our reserved days. Jasper did not show any nervousness about staying with them and seemed to be treated like one of their own during his stay. We would absolutely use Melissa again for any future stays with Jasper if she is available. We were able to relax on our trip knowing he was in good and loving hands.

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Suzy M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Apr 14, 2025

If I could give Melissa 10 stars instead of just five I would! I am so glad that I booked her for a recent weekend trip. I usually worry about my dog whenever I go out of town as he means the world to me, but not this time. I dropped him off on Friday morning and thoroughly enjoyed my weekend, knowing that he was in the best of hands. I will ABSOLUTELY book Melissa again! She really seemed to care about my dog and gave me updates daily so I knew that he was having a great time as well!

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Erica D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Feb 26, 2025

Melissa really went above and beyond to love Charlie just like I do 🩷 11/10 recommend!!!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I work full time but have a very flexible schedule. I can break throughout the day if needed for potty breaks and lots of play time.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 8+ hours

Safety, trust & environment

We have a half acre lot that backs up to a preserved farm so lots of room to play and run. With or without a leash, I never leave animals out by themselves. I am always with them.

A typical day

I love to play ball in our yard. We have tennis balls and other toys to play with and I enjoy being outside most of the time when I am not working.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only
Takes only 1 client at a time
Melissa can host up to 2 pets per night
Please let me know if you have any special needs or requests for me while I am caring for your pet. There isn’t anything I can’t handle.
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.