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Melissa T.

Crofton, MD

5.0 out of 5 stars
63 reviews
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Services

Melissa can look after

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

As a freelance artist working from home, I am able to easily schedule Rover visits around work. I will often take care of animals during the day, and come back home to work on commission or contract work in the evening.

Available
Not available
MTWTFSS
House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Melissa T.

Communication

12 repeat pet owners
92% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

12 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

My cats at home are strictly indoors and wear a harness when they want to go outside. At my previous living arrangement, we had a large fenced yard where our dog was able to run, play, and relax without us losing sight of him.

Information Melissa T. would like to know about your pet

I am comfortable administering medication to cats, but I do not have experience giving medication to dogs. If your cat needs medication, I have thorough experience giving both oral and injected medications to cats. My elderly cat needed daily insulin injections and I am comfortable providing this if needed. If you have a dog who is particularly aggressive, or has special needs, please let me know ahead of time. I love dogs of all shapes and sizes, but I strive to provide the right specific type of care for each individual dog.

A typical day

As a person who adores all animals, I will provide your dog with endless love and pets, as well as play time and long walks to stimulate their senses and get them the exercise they need.

Location

Crofton, MD

Melissa T.'s Local Area

Pets

Animal lover and full-time cat mom

Pet care experience

I’ve lived with cats my whole life, including kittens and elderly cats. I also adore dogs and have had the pleasure of caring for them in the past. I strongly value the well-being of our furry friends and strive to provide the best care and attention that they deserve. I am a recent college graduate with a degree in visual arts. I dedicate my time to freelance art and Rover, so my schedule can be flexible. My cats at home are given the best care possible, including daily fresh water, treats(in moderation), and brushes/pets. I strive to provide both dogs and cats with the same level of affection and care that they would receive from their beloved owners. Some play time is also important for staying active and healthy while the owners are away. I am also a volunteer for the local SPCA and provide care for our local shelter cats regularly. Notice for future dog walking: if the weather exceeds 90 degrees or is otherwise unsafe, dog walks will be shorter or if possible, dogs will be let outside to do business in a yard if available. Pet safety is my utmost priority and extreme temperatures can be very harmful with prolonged exposure! Thanks for your understanding.

Reviews

Julie R.
Drop-In Visits • Juli 06, 2026
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Wonderfully responsive.

Derrick P.
Dog Walking • Mai 18, 2026
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The best!!!! Will definitely hang on to Melissa!

Julie & Mckenzie R.
Drop-In Visits • März 22, 2026
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She is always fantastic. Great communication.

Jeffrey C.
Drop-In Visits • Dez. 26, 2025
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Melissa is an awesome pet sitter. She’s super dependable and always spends time with our cats which we know they really enjoy when we’ve been away from home. She is also very detail oriented and consistently handles all of our requirements every time.

About Melissa T.

Communication

12 repeat pet owners
92% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

12 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

My cats at home are strictly indoors and wear a harness when they want to go outside. At my previous living arrangement, we had a large fenced yard where our dog was able to run, play, and relax without us losing sight of him.

Information Melissa T. would like to know about your pet

I am comfortable administering medication to cats, but I do not have experience giving medication to dogs. If your cat needs medication, I have thorough experience giving both oral and injected medications to cats. My elderly cat needed daily insulin injections and I am comfortable providing this if needed. If you have a dog who is particularly aggressive, or has special needs, please let me know ahead of time. I love dogs of all shapes and sizes, but I strive to provide the right specific type of care for each individual dog.

A typical day

As a person who adores all animals, I will provide your dog with endless love and pets, as well as play time and long walks to stimulate their senses and get them the exercise they need.

Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass an identity verification. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support and reimbursement for eligible vet care.
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Melissa T.

Crofton, MD

5.0 out of 5 stars
63 reviews