Melissa S.
Chelsea, NY
Pets are love and happiness!
Pet care experience
I've owned dogs for about 18 years (two at once) and lived with roommates' dogs an additional 5 years. I like to consider myself a true dog lover. They make me incredibly happy and I aim for them to feel the same way! I am comfortable with being playful yet also disciplining appropriately (if necessary). All dogs have a personality that I like to feel out and cater care towards. I've never met a dog that I didn't build a bond with! I feel very comfortable with their behavior and whatever is required for their care for all breeds and sizes. I also work in the (human) health care field and like to think I am intune with unnatural changes regarding health and safety. Friends and family trust me wholeheartedly with their fur babies, I am confident you can too!
Reviews
Melissa was super accommodating and communicative when walking our pup Okra. She was thoughtful given the heat and even offered to spend the time indoors playing if it was too hot! She kept us posted with photos from the walk and even rinsed Okra’s food bowl for us - thinking of every detail! We also got to meet Melissa’s dog Zuma who is a sweetheart!
Melissa was great! Incredibly responsive and kept us updated with a stream of pictures, videos and commentary. Our dog really enjoyed playing with her puppy, and came home exhausted but happy.
Melissa has looked after our dog Penny twice now and I couldn’t be happier! This time around she looked after my pup Penny during the day and then at night she went to my in-laws to pick up our older dog Matilda, took both my dogs home, fed them, provided Matilda with her medications, and let me know how both the dogs were doing before leaving my apartment. While looking after Penny during the day she took her for a long walk to her favorite dog run and sent us many photo updates throughout the day with witty captions. At night she called/texted when she had questions that I had not even thought about answering in advance when planning the day. She was very accommodating to last minute change of plan and patient when drop off plans didn’t go as smoothly at night due to my not providing important details when planning ahead! I highly recommend Melissa for the level of responsibility you can entrust in her, her overall friendliness with both humans and dogs, her patience and flexibility, and her ability to provide your dogs with exactly what they need, whether it be cuddles, long walks, socialization at the dog run, or just a short drop in visit at home for food and medications.
Melissa is awesome! She even took care of Hobbes when he was sick and had a special bland diet. She has also accommodated us at the last minute. He always comes home happy and healthy. Thank you Melissa!
About Melissa S.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I live in an apartment with my dog. I am always in the same room with the pets unless they can be left alone for me to step out for a short while (only if needed). I agree to sits only if everything aligns with your needs!
Home
Information Melissa S. would like to know about your pet
I would love to know about your pet’s activity and dietary needs, as well as personality traits. Especially interested in their joys as well as what makes them sad or stressed so we can avoid and/or work through that:
A typical day
We’ll take all the walks needed. My dog has plenty of toys and puzzles and enrichment games to share and I am happy to engage as much as is welcomed.
Services
Melissa can host
Melissa can watch in your home
Availability
I have my own pup who’s needs are met (and exceeded), so ensuring your pup is in good hands will be second mature for me!
About Melissa S.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I live in an apartment with my dog. I am always in the same room with the pets unless they can be left alone for me to step out for a short while (only if needed). I agree to sits only if everything aligns with your needs!
Home
Information Melissa S. would like to know about your pet
I would love to know about your pet’s activity and dietary needs, as well as personality traits. Especially interested in their joys as well as what makes them sad or stressed so we can avoid and/or work through that:
A typical day
We’ll take all the walks needed. My dog has plenty of toys and puzzles and enrichment games to share and I am happy to engage as much as is welcomed.
Location
New York, NY
Pets
Melissa S.
Chelsea, NY