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Melissa W.

5.0 out of 5 stars
3 repeat clients
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Melissa W.

5.0 out of 5 stars
3 repeat clients
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Springfield, VA

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.

Highlights

Melissa has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
15 years of experience
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Drop-ins from your pet’s new BFF 💛

I’m a lifelong pet owner of both cats and dogs! My sweet pets are like my children; they mean the world to me. I know that you feel the same! I’ll care for your fur baby like my own to make leaving them at home as stress free as possible.

Cat care experience

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Drop-ins from your pet’s new BFF 💛

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

Qualifications

3 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
15 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

I will be mindful upon entering and exiting that your pet remains safely inside. On walks, I will be vigilant of your pet’s environment and steer them away from unsafe environments or triggers. I will provide photos and updates during my visit so owners are well informed of their pet(s).

Ratings and reviews

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Jessica F.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jun 28, 2026

Melissa was an amazing cat sitter, she sent daily updates and pictures. She sent a picture everyday of both cats, the litter boxes, and packages that were brought in.

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Tom L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jun 17, 2026

Melissa did an excellent job watching my cat over a long weekend! She was very thorough with her visit summaries, was quick to notify me whenever anything was out of the ordinary, and gave excellent pictures for each visit :) I would highly recommend Melissa for any cat-sitting needs!

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Brooke G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jun 12, 2026

A literal angel!! The detailed notes from each visit, the adorably cute photos, the extra care you took not only of my babies but of my home… 10/10 all around!! Thank you for being amazing, and I look forward to booking you again :) you made my first big trip away from them so comfortable and easy! Thank you.

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Ami P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Jun 01, 2026

Melissa has been a great addition to Kona’s routine! She is responsible, communicative, and we feel our dog is really well taken care of! Thank you!

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Jacquelyn L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • May 08, 2026

Melissa is so thoughtful and she did a great job watching our two dogs in our home. She provided great pictures of her visits, gave thorough notes, and was so good to our dogs during her visits. I plan on rebooking Melissa again, and you should too!

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Peter M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • May 01, 2026

Melissa has provided outstanding care to our miniature dachshund Charlie. After my initial outreach to Melissa, her communication was excellent and we could tell immediately that Charlie would be comfortable with her even though he is sometimes apprehensive about people he hasn’t met. For over a month, Melissa has provided reliable daily care for Charlie which has given our family peace of mind during a time of transition. With both my wife and then me being off work for almost a year on parental leave, we were concerned Charlie would be spiteful of our return to both working. Melissa’s excellent care, attention to Charlie and reliability clearly helped Charlie settle into our new routine. We give Melissa our highest recommendation and are grateful for her care!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

Caring for and playing with your pet(s) will be my priority. I know firsthand it can be stressful leaving a furry friend at home. Whether you are at work or out or town, I’ll make sure your pet’s routine goes undisturbed with reliable, loving care (and all the belly rubs!).

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Melissa can host up to 4 drop-ins per day
I will always schedule a meet and greet prior to caring for your pet(s) so you feel at ease and we can further discuss care details.
These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.

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.

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.