Melissa T.
Nanaimo, BC
Creature Comfort
Pet care experience
I'm a mature woman who works as a teacher. I am a pet parent to a 12 year old border collie mix, Belle, and two lovely cats. As she ages, Belle has become stressed by hosting sleepovers, so at this time I am only able to provide drop-in care for your pets in the comfort of your own home. Many dogs, especially elderly ones, are most at ease in the familiar surroundings of home when their humans are away. If your dog is more comfortable in your own home while you are away for short periods, I can provide home visits. I offer home visits most weekdays from 6-8 am and from 4-9 pm. Most clients schedule a morning visit, a late afternoon visit, and a bedtime visit. Weekend and holiday visits can usually be scheduled anytime. I am a cat lover too! Most cats, of course, prefer to stay at home, where they can be masters of their domain. I offer home visits for cats that include feeding, grooming, cuddling, and litterbox maintenance. I look forward to meeting you and your pets!
Reviews
This was the second time Melissa has looked after our kitties and same as the first time, she is so awesome! We got updates and pictures and didn't have to stress during our vacation at all!
Melissa provided excellent care for my cat, Minx. She sent pictures after every visit so that I was updated on how her visits were going
Melissa took great care of my cats sending updates and photos and letting me know how they were. Even my fearful kitty came out of hiding. I felt my cats were in caring hands.
Melissa was FANTASTIC! So thoughtful and really cared about our cats. It was the first time we had been away since adopting them, and I was a little stressed but we received great updates and pictures! It put me right at ease. You can tell right away Melissa really cares for your fur babies :) Our kitties were very well looked after!
About Melissa T.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
When I am caring for your beloved fur family member I am very mindful of ensuring that your pet is leashed or in a safely fenced area. Exceptions to this are dogs who are very used to off-leash experiences in dog-friendly areas, and I only allow dogs off leash with the consent of pet parents.
Information Melissa T. would like to know about your pet
Please let me know how I can make your pet most comfortable in your absence. I am happy to adjust my visits to whatever is best for you and your pet's needs.
A typical day
Drop-in visits are tailored to your pet's needs and your requests. Typically that can look like short walks for elderly dogs, then feeding and cuddle sessions. Younger dogs usually need to burn off some energy, so a longer on or off-leash walk (if authorized) is best. Cats--well, they call the shots!
Services
Melissa can watch in your home
Availability
Although I work weekdays from 8-4, I am available outside of those hours for home visits. Weekends seem to be the most requested for drop-in care, and I am very flexible on weekends and school holidays.
About Melissa T.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
When I am caring for your beloved fur family member I am very mindful of ensuring that your pet is leashed or in a safely fenced area. Exceptions to this are dogs who are very used to off-leash experiences in dog-friendly areas, and I only allow dogs off leash with the consent of pet parents.
Information Melissa T. would like to know about your pet
Please let me know how I can make your pet most comfortable in your absence. I am happy to adjust my visits to whatever is best for you and your pet's needs.
A typical day
Drop-in visits are tailored to your pet's needs and your requests. Typically that can look like short walks for elderly dogs, then feeding and cuddle sessions. Younger dogs usually need to burn off some energy, so a longer on or off-leash walk (if authorized) is best. Cats--well, they call the shots!
Location
Nanaimo, BC
Pets
Melissa T.
Nanaimo, BC