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Mellissa C.

5.0 out of 5 stars
10 repeat clients
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Mellissa C.

5.0 out of 5 stars
10 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $40 per night

Highlights

Mellissa has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
Home full time
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Reliable, safe, fun! WFH

I'm a life-long cat lover with immense patience and willingness to meet cats where they are. Our pets are family and I know how scary it can be to leave them in another person's care. I treat every animal with the patience and tenderness I show my own. I've spent countless hours clicker training my cats and teaching them tricks (something I would gladly do with your cat if you're okay with that). I've also harnessed trained them and spend hours each week taking them on walks in the park. I would love the opportunity to take care of and get to know your cat. As we bond, my camera roll will quickly fill up with photos and videos of your cat, so you can also expect lots of updates from me. Additionally, if your cat has any special needs (medication, special/raw diet, teeth brushing etc.), I've done it all for my cats and I will gladly do it for yours. **Safety** I am insured and pet first aid/CPR certified! I'm very careful about the toys, objects, and food items cats encounter around the house. Once you learn more about a cat's personality, you also learn which ones you have to keep a close eye on and when. I don't think you can ever be to careful when it comes to safety. Their health is so precious and I would never put them in danger. **My Schedule** I work freelance and set my own hours, so I have plenty of time and flexibility to be there for your pet. Morning, noon, or night, just let me know what you need! **Fun Stuff!** I love finding new and creative ways to play with animals. Every pet has a different type of play style, so I pay close attention to the toys that make them go crazy and then find new games to play. I also love running around, so I'm always ready for the zoomies. I also like to use items around the house to make puzzle toys (ex. toilet paper rolls, egg cartons, etc.) I also like to train my animals and teach positive behaviors, so if you're okay with it, I would love to teach your cat some tricks! I also love to include my pets in everything I do -- I'm constantly letting my cats smell all the things I'm working with and I love giving them a front row seat to the action, even if it's just cleaning. **What I Want to Know** Honestly, tell me everything! I'm the person that created a five page manual for her cat, so I want to know everything about yours. How does your cat usually does with strangers and what's the best way to approach them and earn their trust? What are their boundaries (ex. no belly rubs or don't sit in her favorite spot). How does your cat like to be pet, if at all? Where are their usual hiding spots? And obviously any medications or special foods. **FOR BOARDING*** See photos at end of gallery.

Qualifications

10 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
4 years of experience
Oral medication administration
First aid/CPR

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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30 ratings
Marianna C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Apr 13, 2026

Mellissa was fantastic! My cat adored her. She spent lots of time playing with my cat and sent great updates, she was very knowledgeable as well.

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Emily M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Mar 07, 2026

The best! So glad we found Mellissa :)

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Tracy S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Feb 27, 2026

Mellissa really went above and beyond with the boys: Taking her time to get to know them and spending extra time playing and giving some TLC.

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Emily M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Feb 27, 2026

The only person I trust with my girl!!!

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Christina C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Feb 21, 2026

The only person I trust in the world around my kitty!!!

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Jasmine C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Feb 20, 2026

Thank God for Mellissa! I don’t like leaving my kitty alone for too long but having Mellissa with him really gave me peace of mind. She sent photos and videos everyday, which confirmed that she was taking good care of him. When I returned home, my cat looked happy, like he had a good time. I would definitely rebook her! She’s totally worth it 🤍

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Schedule

I work freelance and set my own hours, so I have plenty of time and flexibility to be there for your pet. Morning, noon, or night, just let me know what you need!

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 cats
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I'm very careful about the toys, objects, and food items cats encounter around the house. Once you learn more about a cat's personality, you also learn which ones you have to keep a close eye on and when. I don't think you can ever be to careful when it comes to safety. Their health is so precious and I would never put them in danger.

Pets

A typical day

I love finding new and creative ways to play with animals. Every pet has a different type of play style, so I pay close attention to the toys that make them go crazy and then find new games to play. I also love running around, so I'm always ready for the zoomies. I also like to use items around the house to make puzzle toys (ex. toilet paper rolls, egg cartons, etc.) I also like to train my animals and teach positive behaviors, so if you're okay with it, I would love to teach your cat some tricks! I also love to include my pets in everything I do -- I'm constantly letting my cats smell all the things I'm working with and I love giving them a front row seat to the action, even if it's just cleaning.

Cats
Takes only 1 client at a time
Mellissa can host up to 1 pet per night
Honestly, tell me everything! I'm the person that created a five page manual for her cat, so I want to know everything about yours. How does your cat usually does with strangers and what's the best way to approach them and earn their trust? What are their boundaries (ex. no belly rubs or don't sit in her favorite spot). How does your cat like to be pet, if at all? Where are their usual hiding spots? And obviously any medications or special foods.
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