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Melissa T.

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Melissa T.

5.0 out of 5 stars

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $15 per visit

Highlights

Enhanced background check
30 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Taking a trip? I can watch your pet

I've had dogs since I was a kid. I know what it takes to care for dogs. I have had to bathe dogs in special soaps or medicated dips. I have had to administer all sorts of meds in the years I have had dogs. And I know what it feels like to go on a trip and worry that my pups are ok. I will be there for you and your pup to make sure you enjoy your trip and your pups are safe and cared for.

Cat care experience

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Enjoy your trip, I'll watch ur pet.

Melissa also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Qualifications

100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

I can let your pup out if your back yard is fenced or leash them up for a walk so they can relieve themselves safely. I can walk your pet if they need to get out some energy especially if they are crated. I will crate them back up before I leave.

Ratings and reviews

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Silvia U.
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Drop-In Visits • May 13, 2026

Melissa did a fantastic job and we will definitely hire her again. We went on vacation and did not want to worry about our dogs and Melissa did such a great job we didn't have to worry and were able to enjoy the vacation. She is punctual and followed all directions and was sure to keep in touch with us. She somehow was able to pet my chihuahua who is very leery of people so that was a huge plus! One of my dogs had an "accident" and she took the time to clean up as well as wash all dogs bowls and other items used to take care of them. THANK YOU MELISSA!

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Mo S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • May 04, 2026

Melissa was such a great help to us walking our two huskies while we were away! She was punctual and our dogs loved walking with her. We would highly recommend her to anyone needing care for their pup!

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Blanca A.
Mar 06, 2026

I highly recommend Melissa if you are looking for someone you can truly trust to care for your pet. She is trustworthy, dependable, and exceptionally responsible with animals of all ages and personalities. Whether she is caring for a playful, high-energy dog or a calm older pet who needs a little extra patience and gentleness, Melissa always provides attentive and loving care. I have known Melissa for nearly a decade and during that time I have come to deeply appreciate what a kind, trustworthy, and genuinely caring person she is. She approaches everything she does with integrity and a strong sense of responsibility. Melissa is the type of person who follows through, pays attention to details, and always treats others with warmth and respect. Those qualities naturally extend to the way she cares for animals. Animals seem to feel comfortable with Melissa right away, which says a lot about her calm and caring nature. She truly enjoys spending time with them and takes pride in making sure they feel safe, happy, and well cared for. When Melissa is responsible for a pet, you can have complete peace of mind knowing they are in capable and compassionate hands. I would confidently recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable and caring pet sitter.

Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I am usually at home during the day unless I have to run to town for practices or doctor appointments. I can peek in on your pets in the morning, during the day and at night one more time before bedtime. I am pretty flexible with schedule.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Melissa can host up to 5 drop-ins per day
Please let me know if your pet has special needs or requires anything out of the ordinary so that I can provide the best care for them when I am there.
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.