Melissa S.
Southeastern Denver, CO
Love dogs way more than people
Pet care experience
I'm an obsessed dog-lover and owner of a 7-year old, 150 lb. Great Pyrenees and Bernese Mountain Dog mix that I rescued at 7 weeks old. Marley is a trained therapy dog through Denver Pet Partners and we volunteer at Swedish Medical Center and the Mt. Saint Vincent home in our free time. I have medical training including CPR and basic medical skills. Personally, I've had dogs my entire life and work full time in the travel industry. My passion is spent volunteering with animal rescue organizations in Africa. I've spent time in Kenya vaccinating 3000 dogs, cats and donkeys from rabies, hung out with gorillas in Uganda and saved 50 elephants from being snared in Malawi. I love animals and will love yours too!
Reviews
Melissa is great with animals! An owner herself, she has dedicated herself to animal rights. She has been a sitter for our large brood for many years, and we can always trust that our fur babies will be safe and loved when we are gone. I would not hesitate hiring Melissa!
Melissa has worked for me for close to 15 years. Over that time I've known Melissa to be a true lover of ALL animals; dogs, elephants, etc. Melissa has spent considerable time volunteering at the Humane Society. Her dog Marley has been her constant companion for many years. Instead of leaving Marley at home or in the car during our weekly coffee meetings, Melissa makes sure Marley has a place at our table with water and companionship. Marley is a well-trained dog due to Melissa's love and attention. I know Melissa would treat your dog with the same love and devotion she's treated Marley. I would highly recommend Melissa to take care of your dog.
Melissa certainly has the core competencies and skill set of being a responsible and loving dog caregiver, no question, but it's really the intangibles that set her apart. Watching her with her own dog Marley, she has an intuitive sense for what the dog needs, what it wants, and more importantly how to appropriately play it. And as a 160 pound Great Pyrenees mix, it's almost comical how many dog lovers approach her with questions and requests to pet...and she fields every one of them as if she's an ambassador for dogs in general. Plus, as an avid outdoors adventurer, you can be sure your dog(s) will get a good walk. Long story short, I'd highly recommend and trust her with any dog in any situation.
Melissa's love for dogs is off the charts. She has watched both my Belgian Malinois and Dutch Shepherd over the last 12 years and they love her so much! Any size, breed, or demeanor - she is fully capable and LOVES all 4legged furry friends. She is the best!
About Melissa S.
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Information Melissa S. would like to know about your pet
Open and good with all breeds!
A typical day
I'm athletic and love to be active. I would be happy to take your dog hiking, swimming or anything else that would make your dog happy!
Services
Melissa can host
Melissa can watch in your home
About Melissa S.
Communication
Skills
Home
Information Melissa S. would like to know about your pet
Open and good with all breeds!
A typical day
I'm athletic and love to be active. I would be happy to take your dog hiking, swimming or anything else that would make your dog happy!
Location
Denver, CO
Pets
Melissa S.
Southeastern Denver, CO