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Melissa W.

Duncan Park, Lexington, KY

5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
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Services

Melissa can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Takes only 1 client at a time

Melissa can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

I’m currently working part-time (I’m wanting to transition to fully taking care of pets!) so I have plenty of time for your babies. My boyfriend works from home so we will both be at home most of the day!

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About Melissa W.

Communication

1 repeat pet parent
88% response rate
Usually responds within a few hours
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

One of my favorite games to play is hide and seek! I also love to play tug of war or fetch, anything to keep them stimulated!

Home

Lives in a house
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has cats
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Melissa W. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your dog has any special needs or special care instructions. I have personal experience with my own animals of administering oral medications including pills and liquids, and also starting an IV on a 5lb dog.

A typical day

While I don’t have a backyard, there is a gorgeous park with a walking trail right across the street from my house, and lots of grassy-lined streets for all of the good sniffs! There are also multiple dog-friendly coffee shops and restaurants within walking distance that love dogs and offer great stimulation!

Location

Lexington, KY

Melissa W.'s Neighborhood

The more pets, the merrier!

Pet care experience

For my entire life, I have been entrenched in saving and taking care of animals! I fostered kittens for six years and I also helped my dad foster wild baby bunnies for two years. I have always been known as the person in the neighborhood to go to when there is an animal issue because everyone knows I love them and will always handle it! I just lost my sweet baby Ella (chihuahua/yorkie mix) back in March after 14 wonderful years, and while I’m not quite ready to welcome another dog into my personal life, I’m looking forward to filling my days with the joy of being around other dogs!

Cat care experience

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The more pets, the merrier!!

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

Reviews

Erin R.
Drop-In Visits • sept. 18, 2024
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Melissa does above and beyond and I never worry about our pups when she walks them!!! Thanks!!!

Lauren M.
Doggy Day Care • août 12, 2024
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Melissa was excellent! She was responsive, great at sharing updates throughout the day, and flexible when needed. My puppy Mocha had the best time & lots of short walks & play throughout the day to get her energy out! I would book again 100%!

Kristol Danielle M.
Doggy Day Care • juil. 05, 2024
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Melissa was awesome with my furbaby Charlie . I was so nervous leaving him on his first day but she did an amazing job keeping me posted with lots of pictures. Charlie was happy to see her each morning at drop-off. I highly recommend Melissa as a dog sitter .

Landon W.
avr. 30, 2019

Melissa has always been an animal lover! She's had many pets throughout her life but she is especially fond of dogs. I pay her to wash my dog every two weeks and she always does a great job. She takes great care of her own dog and is always willing to take care of friend's and family's dogs as well. She's a very responsible and loving dog owner and caregiver!

About Melissa W.

Communication

1 repeat pet parent
88% response rate
Usually responds within a few hours
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

One of my favorite games to play is hide and seek! I also love to play tug of war or fetch, anything to keep them stimulated!

Home

Lives in a house
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has cats
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Melissa W. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your dog has any special needs or special care instructions. I have personal experience with my own animals of administering oral medications including pills and liquids, and also starting an IV on a 5lb dog.

A typical day

While I don’t have a backyard, there is a gorgeous park with a walking trail right across the street from my house, and lots of grassy-lined streets for all of the good sniffs! There are also multiple dog-friendly coffee shops and restaurants within walking distance that love dogs and offer great stimulation!

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 W.

Duncan Park, Lexington, KY

5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews