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Melissa V.

Pharr, TX

5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
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Services

Melissa can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Crate-trained dogs only
Takes only 1 client at a time

Melissa can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs

Availability

Pet care fits right in my life because I have always owned or cared for a fur baby almost all my life. It just fits in because it is what I have been doing since I was a kid.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Melissa V.

Communication

2 repeat pet parents
44% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates

Skills

20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I work from home so I am always with the babies. I make sure to stay attentive and keep the doggies entertained and busy. I play and talk to them constantly and treat them as little toddlers that dont listen and cant stay still.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has caged pets
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture

Information Melissa V. would like to know about your pet

I would like to know if they take medicines and the times administered, if they are startled with any household appliances (Ex: vacuums, blenders, blow dryers, etc), any sounds that I should avoid (whistles, radios, screaming) , any words that should be avoided (park, shower, bacon), and any allergies. Anything that an owner feels I should know.

A typical day

I will be playing with them all day and giving them plenty of belly rubs. I like to train them and help them grow and learn new things.

Location

Pharr, TX

Melissa V.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Animal loving homemaker

Pet care experience

I have owned dogs my whole life because I love their companionship. I love their entertaining nature and different personalities. I enjoy playing, training, walking, entertaining, talking, and singing with dogs. I just find them fascinating and amusing to watch and be in their company. I have owned plenty dogs. I have owned chichuahas, schnauzers, dobermans, pit bulls, bulldogs I dont have a preference. If I feel a connection I go with it. Every dog has a purpose and they are wonderful little gifts that one should not take for granted. They can be heroes when you least expect it and matter more than people care to think. I can promise to treat your dog like one of my own and spoil them like they deserve.

Reviews

Elizabeth N.
Doggy Day Care • Jan 28, 2026
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Melissa was kindly available for a last minute doggy daycare for my two dachshunds. She gave me updates on my dogs while I was at work, which i appreciate greatly. Thank you for the great dog sitting

Camila S.
Boarding • Jul 29, 2024
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10000% recommend Melissa For dog boarding! She took well care of my James and sent me updates everyday!

Jose R.
Boarding • May 27, 2024
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Would like to leave this review to thank Melissa again for taking care of my 2 pups while out of town. The pups warmed up to Melissa right away and she took very good care of them and sent updates with pictures. They had plenty of play time and exercise and were very happy judging by the pictures she sent. Would definitely use her services again and would highly recommend her.

Jeanne G.
House Sitting • Jan 17, 2019
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Melissa had her hands full with my two large pups and my sister's two small dogs. They can be exuberant at times and she did a great job.

About Melissa V.

Communication

2 repeat pet parents
44% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates

Skills

20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I work from home so I am always with the babies. I make sure to stay attentive and keep the doggies entertained and busy. I play and talk to them constantly and treat them as little toddlers that dont listen and cant stay still.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has caged pets
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture

Information Melissa V. would like to know about your pet

I would like to know if they take medicines and the times administered, if they are startled with any household appliances (Ex: vacuums, blenders, blow dryers, etc), any sounds that I should avoid (whistles, radios, screaming) , any words that should be avoided (park, shower, bacon), and any allergies. Anything that an owner feels I should know.

A typical day

I will be playing with them all day and giving them plenty of belly rubs. I like to train them and help them grow and learn new things.

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Melissa V.

Pharr, TX

5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews