Melissa W.
Melissa W.
Highlights
Pet care experience
Professional Dog Cuddler 💘
I am the biggest animal lover you will ever meet! I am responsible, HIGHLY experienced, loving, and trustworthy. Every dog I take care of I treat with utmost love and care as if they are my own fur baby. I am Vegan for the animals. In addition to the many dogs I have taken care of through Rover, I am also a dog rescuer. I have volunteered as a foster Mom for 67 different small sized rescue dogs, so far. I have experience in a wide range of temperments, behavior, post-surgery dogs, giving oral medications, etc. If you have a second animal in addition to your dog I'm also open to caring for them at the same time as taking care of your dog. I can care for cats, hamsters, fish, lizards, etc- if that care is needed and clear care instructions are provided. I specialize in the loving care of smaller dogs, 25 lbs and under. I can consider a higher weight range if your dog walks well on leash and doesn't have reactivity issues. I have had personal injury and I need to be selective of my clients I can take on to preserve my own well being, safety, and longevity. I love taking care of dogs and I do Rover because I am so passionate about this work. I worked for 3 years at Aqua Paws dog Wellness Center in East Van. I worked for one year in the doggy daycare with breeds of all sizes. Then I worked for 2 years under vet supervision as a rehab specialist. I was dog massage therapist, Reiki energy healing practitioner, used accupressure, and cold laser therapy for my clients there. I also oversaw underwater treadmill sessions for fit/athletic dog exercise, senior maintenance, and as a tool in rehab therapy. I also did land based exercise and rehab sessions with dogs using equipment. I love to provide a safe and loving space for dogs! My approach is to give a lot of affection: cuddles, talking to the dogs, treats, praise, and making every dog feel comfortable and loved. I make sure that dogs I take care of go on regular small walks/potty breaks per day. I love to cuddle on the couch with my fur friends. My own dogs sleep snuggled up with me in my own bed at home. If your pup prefers having their own space and wants to sleep on their own dog bed, that's ok too. I want every fur baby I take care of to be comfortable. I view each dog as a member of my family and they are all treated with love and respect.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
I'll be honest, I had real reservations about leaving my senior pup for a few overnights, but I couldn't avoid it. But Melissa really set my heart at ease and took such thoughtful care of my boy. I would recommend her to anyone. She also left my house in pristine condition. She's the best and if I ever need extended care again I would wholeheartedly work with Melissa.
Melissa is truly the best! She took such great care of my 5 month old puppy and he was sad to leave her when it was time to pick him up. Highly recommended.
Melissa is awesome. She really loves the dogs she cares for and sends so many pics and vids! We knew our Millie was in great hands :)
Melissa is absolutely amazing with our dog. I’m such a nervous traveller to begin with but knowing that she will be taking care of our fur baby while we are gone puts me at so much ease. She is truly fantastic and our dog’s new BFF.
Amazing experience!
Melissa was a great fit for Miles as she understood his needs as a rescue dog right away. I could see Miles was immediately drawn to her. We could also tell that Chilli was well-cared for and given a lot of love. We know our cat, he is needy and loves to be snuggled and gets depressed if we are not around. Although he did miss us, he was a happy cat overall. Melissa also left our place clean and tidy. Overall, it was a great fit and we will definitely use her again. Thank you Melissa.
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Schedule
My life revolves around making sure every dog in my care is prioritized. I will make sure potty breaks are regular, meals are always timely, and any medication routine is carefully followed.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
I am all about creating an environment of love, safety, and security. I take the well being and happiness of every animal in my care seriously. My many reviews reflect the level of care I provide as being the gold standard.
Pets
A typical day
I like to do 4-5 short walks in the neighborhood each day. I like to do one long walk (about 30 to 45 minutes long) a few days a week and the rest of our walks are about 15 minutes long. I want every dog in my care to be happy so I would only take them on a longer walk if they are active and into that.
Prices include all fees.