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Melissa S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
3 repeat clients
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Melissa S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
3 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $35 per night

Highlights

Melissa has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
30 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication

Pet care experience

❤️𝙈𝙞𝙙𝙩𝙤𝙬𝙣🐶𝟮𝟰/𝟳 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲!

❤️🌿🌸🦋 Experienced, loving, trustworthy home away from home for your fur baby. 🐶 I have had small dogs since childhood, and my 18-year-old Chihuahuas passed away 2 years ago. I miss the companionship of dogs and my heart has so much love to give, so I'm offering home boarding to help pet parents have peace of mind while they are away. I have a Ph.D, and I'm very knowledgeable about pets. I work from home remotely, so am here 24/7 to care for your fur babies as if they were my own. I provide daily updates and photos/videos of your pet. Have a *fenced yard*, just blocks from Midtown/Design District/Wynwood, and lots of cuddles, playtime, outside time; lots of attention, all day, every day while you are away! I know how much they will be missing you, so do my best to make the time apart easier for them. Since I was a child, I've had a special way with animals; I gain their trust very quickly and most of the pets I have boarded have bonded to me during their stay and absolutely love me, and usually stay close to me the entire time, on my lap while I work, sleep on the bed with me if allowed, come for walks around the neighborhood. I never leave them except when I get groceries. They are usually so sad to leave me and the stress of being in a new home quickly goes away with the amount of cuddles, play, attention, etc! My rates are super affordable for a limited time, as I am new to the Rover app and need reviews to show up in the searches! This does not reflect my quality of care, and I often lock in the lower rates for dogs that were a really good match. I also ask that you please leave a review if you book me, as it's the only way on Rover for a new sitter to be seen! And I am the most loving, caring pet momma, so I'm trying hard to build up this profile to help you and others fund the *best* boarding (house, fenced yard, work from home 24/7, no guests or other people, very peaceful! Most pets bond to me during their stay, they can sense my empathy and love. 🐶❤️ Excited to love and care for your fur babies! 🥰

Qualifications

3 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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12 ratings
Karena K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 24, 2026

melissa had great communication and took really good care of my baby. I will definitely book with her again!

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Mark S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 15, 2026

Melissa was amazing! She takes such good care of my dog, great communication, and really kind and gentle energy!

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Mark S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 02, 2026

Melissa is the best pet sitter! She has a way with dogs, they just bond to her and she clearly takes great care of them as if they were her own pets. Highly recommend!

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Priscilla F.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 25, 2026

Melissa is the best! So sweet and loving with Milo ♥️ thank you thank you!!!!!!!!! We’ll see you soon!!!

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Margarita D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 25, 2026

A very kind and attentive caregiver. All the time updating us about our pet and its well-being. The next time I need it, I'll definitely choose it.

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J D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 19, 2026

Thanks Melissa 💖 she is the best 💪🏻

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Calendar and availability

Schedule

I work remotely from home so I'm home 24/7 with a fenced yard and your pet will have my full attention all day while it is with me. I really love dogs since mine have passed away at 18 years old so I will be lavishing yours with love and affection as if they were my own.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I have a fully fenced yard and since I'm home 24/7 as I work from home I supervise your baby constantly and it will be my little buddy while you are away so it doesn't feel stressed missing you, It will feel very loved and cared for.

A typical day

I work from home so I can play, cuddle, and give attention to your baby 24/7 so it doesn't feel lonely and will have companionship with me. Walks/yard outdoors time morning, afternoon, and evening.

0 to 15 lbs
Melissa can host up to 4 pets per night
Feel free to let me know if your pet has any special needs, quirks , preferences medications; I am happy to accommodate to ensure a caring stay. Please have flea prevention up to date. Please note - I specialize in small dogs, if you are trying to book a dog over 15 lbs it is on a case-by-case basis and there is an additional charge for big dogs, the rate listed is for dogs less than 15 lbs, thank you for understanding!
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.