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Melissa S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
14 repeat clients
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Melissa S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
14 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $35 per night

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.

Highlights

Basic background check
9 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication
Special needs experience

Pet care experience

Your fur baby’s second home!

As a former Air Force Medical Technician I have medical experience with humans, for the past nine years I have cared for many pets with medications. If your baby needs daily medication (eye drops, ear drops, pills or injections) I can easily accomplish on schedule. Our Bernedoodle, Claira, loves other dogs and cats! Daily walks are part of our routine and I would love to include your fur baby too! My three human children love having guest dogs and enjoy snuggling with them on the couch or in bed! All pets are free range in the house and are welcome on our furniture. Our house has a large fenced in backyard and the pool has a 4 ft fence that keeps all children (human and pets) safe! Please see the photos or reach out to me with any questions.

Qualifications

14 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
80% bookings with photo updates
9 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR

Ratings and reviews

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15 ratings
Jennifer B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 01, 2018

After leaving our little dog with a man a few years ago that left him traumatized, we were very apprehensive about leaving him again with a non family member. All of that fear was gone when we went for a meet up with Melissa. Melissa and her family were wonderful with our little dog while we were away for a few days. Her home was perfect for our little Harley. She has a huge backyard and was wonderful about letting him up on her furniture (because he is a little spoiled). She kept us updated daily with pictures while we were away and we felt very relieved knowing that he was in such great care. We will most definitely leave him with her again!!

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Adrienne Q.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 04, 2018

Melissa and her family were wonderful with my dog! She came home relaxed and happy and not at all stressed...I definitely recommend Melissa!

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Cindi H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jan 01, 2018

Thank you so much for taking care of my babies. I know they enjoyed themselves I appreciate all the pictures and videos you sent while we were away your love for animals definitely shows. We will see you soon

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Vanessa W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Oct 30, 2017

There’s only one word I need to use in describing using Melissa to care for my babies...AWESOMENESS!!!!

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Cara T.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Apr 22, 2017

I was nervous leaving my pup for the first time but upon meeting Melissa, I knew she would be in good hands. She was amazing and I was able to enjoy my vacation and know that Sascha was being given the best care. Melissa sent daily texts and pictures of Sascha to tell me what the pack was up to for the day. I was so thrilled that she took the extra time to keep me in the loop. Thanks so much, Melissa! You're awesome!

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Indira T.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jan 07, 2017

My chihuahua is a very special dog, but thank you to Melisa for the effort of taking care of him within a short period of time. She daily kept us informed of him through texts and pictures. We highly recommend her for any of your pets care.

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Schedule

I am home full-time and will offer my time and affection to your baby while you are away! I walk my neighborhood everyday, please bring walking harnesses/collars.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, 3 cats
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I have a fenced in backyard and one dog with three cats to keep your fur baby company! Our screened in porch is a pet favorite. All pets are loved on and treated like a member of our family.

Pets

A typical day

On school days we walk to the bus stop and continue to explore the neighborhood with all of its smells after the human kids are off to school. We meet the bus every afternoon. I have three human children ages: 13, 10, and 7. We go to church every Sunday and that is the only time the pets are left alone.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only
Melissa can host up to 3 pets per night
Please let me know if your pet has special needs or unique triggers. I prefer dogs over a year old but will consider a puppy on a case by case basis. My dog, Claira, is very gentle with smaller dogs and she ignores the cats entirely. Small dogs hold a special place in my heart and spend most of the day in my arms! Large dogs are gentle giants and welcome too!! I would love include your fur baby into our family while you are away!
These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.

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.

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.