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Melissa T.

Canton, OH

5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
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Services

Melissa can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time

Availability

I am currently a stay-at-home Mom! I am home every day with the occasional runs to drop my son off at preschool, or attend my own appointments that come up/occasional errands. Although I am home most of the day, I cannot accept dogs that have separation anxiety, as I do have weekly errands/school drop offs/grocery pickups etc. that take me away from the home for a small amount of time.

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About Melissa T.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates

Dog skills

25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

I live in a very peaceful and quiet neighborhood. I have a partially fenced in yard, but I would not be taking any dogs out without a leash. My back yard is hidden away from the main street and is great for taking dogs out. Rest assured they will have lots of potty breaks and sniffing outside breaks. We are pretty chill here! Once the weather warms up, walks are definitely in the daily schedule if wanted/needed... or just some sunbathing outside for the dogs who love a nap in the sunshine.

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
Children 0-5 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Melissa T. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know any important things about your pet and their specific needs ahead of time. I am happy to follow any specific instruction to keep your dog comfortable and happy while they are away from home.

A typical day

Your dog will be with me all day hanging out! When the weather is nice we will go on plenty of walks outside around the neighborhood, and hang outside while the kids play. We have a private partially fenced in back yard where they can be on a long lead and enjoy outside while we play. In warmer months, I will provide water activities for the water lovers. They will be our all day sidekick! For overnight visits, If they are used to sleeping in your bed, they are welcome to sleep in our bed too!

Location

Canton, OH

Melissa T.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Your dog’s favorite babysitter

Pet care experience

I come from an animal-loving family and have either owned or looked after any personality a dog could possibly have! Big ones, small ones, needy ones, naughty ones, nervous ones, old ones, lazy ones, you name it! I pride myself on being “that person” that dogs naturally gravitate towards (it runs in the family). My family recently lost the last of our 3 dogs (our 15 year old Puggle), so I am equipped for even the old guys & gals too! Your dog will not just be cared for, they will be spoiled and loved on as my own. I know how hard it is to trust a stranger with your baby, and Ive got you! I'll do anything your dog (or YOU) requires to be more comfortable. Even if you want to FaceTime your dog while you’re away...I won’t judge :). I know boarding places can be scary and stressful for a lot of dogs, and my goal is to provide a reliable, safe, peaceful, fun, and loving environment while you are away. PLEASE READ :) Due to the fact that I have 2 small children, I cannot under any circumstances accept: -Dogs that have never been around children -Dogs that have any specific aggression (towards food, toys, other dogs, etc.) -Pit Bulls/Rottweilers. I realize this is controversial and maybe even unfair, and If I didn’t have small children this would not be an issue, but my kids come first and I have to be selective to protect them. Being that we are caring for dogs we have never met, I cannot take the risk for breeds that could possibly do extensively harmful damage to them in a worst case scenario situation. Again, I love all dogs/breeds and realize these breeds are normally the sweetest dogs, I am just mitigating any and all risk as a protective Mama.

Reviews

Tiffany O.
Boarding • Aug 14, 2026
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Melissa was amazing! I was nervous to leave my dog I’ve never left her with a stranger before and as soon as I met her I know it would be good. She gave me daily updates and pics which I loved and felt at ease on my vacation. Will def be booking her again if needed!🩷

Penny H.
Boarding • Aug 06, 2026
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Our 1st experience using Rover and couldn’t have picked a better person (& family!) to watch our Luna! Mel was so kind and understanding as I was unsure with timing when we would be getting there. She was so accommodating & quick to respond to my many questions! I knew Luna was in good hands the minute we met Mel and she immediately dropped down to talk to Luna & made her feel right at home! My husband & I headed off to the Pro Football Hall of Fame and knowing Luna was just a few minutes away with Mel made us feel that much better! 10/10!

Ashley C.
Boarding • Aug 02, 2026
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Melissa was an amazing dog sitter! She was very flexible with our schedule and responded right away when I reached out looking for someone to watch Bruno. Communication was excellent from start to finish, and she kept me updated with photos while we were away, which gave us so much peace of mind. Bruno also had a great time playing with her dog—they got along wonderfully! It was obvious he was well cared for and comfortable during his stay. I wouldn’t hesitate to book with Melissa again, and she’ll definitely be one of my first choices the next time we need a dog sitter. Highly recommend!

Megan F.
Jan 04, 2026

Mel was an amazing pet sitter and took such great care of Hunk while I was away for a week. She was incredibly reliable and thoughtful, sending regular updates and plenty of photos that gave me total peace of mind. It was clear Hunk was happy and well cared for the entire time. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience and would absolutely trust Mel to watch him again.

About Melissa T.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates

Dog skills

25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

I live in a very peaceful and quiet neighborhood. I have a partially fenced in yard, but I would not be taking any dogs out without a leash. My back yard is hidden away from the main street and is great for taking dogs out. Rest assured they will have lots of potty breaks and sniffing outside breaks. We are pretty chill here! Once the weather warms up, walks are definitely in the daily schedule if wanted/needed... or just some sunbathing outside for the dogs who love a nap in the sunshine.

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
Children 0-5 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Melissa T. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know any important things about your pet and their specific needs ahead of time. I am happy to follow any specific instruction to keep your dog comfortable and happy while they are away from home.

A typical day

Your dog will be with me all day hanging out! When the weather is nice we will go on plenty of walks outside around the neighborhood, and hang outside while the kids play. We have a private partially fenced in back yard where they can be on a long lead and enjoy outside while we play. In warmer months, I will provide water activities for the water lovers. They will be our all day sidekick! For overnight visits, If they are used to sleeping in your bed, they are welcome to sleep in our bed too!

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.
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Melissa T.

Canton, OH

5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews