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Melodi A.

Somerville, MA

5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews
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Dog owner who loves all dogs!

Pet care experience

I am a PhD student turned post-doc at MIT and the happy owner of my own dog, Duke. I adopted him at the start of grad school and it was the best decision I've ever made. Through Duke, I've learned how to care for very anxious dogs and am very patient when taking dogs out for walks. I'm happy to hang out with dogs of all ages and sizes, and if your dog is friendly and wants some company I'd be more than happy to bring Duke along on a walk.

Reviews

Zach K.
Dog Boarding • Feb 19, 2024
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Melodi was very communicative and took great care of my dog. When I went to pick Brady up, he didn’t want to leave!

Teresa R.
Dog Walking • Sep 28, 2022
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We have a senior dog. Melodi was very patient and gentle with him. Would recommend!

Debra Z.
Dog Boarding • May 14, 2022
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Melodi and her boyfriend were fantastic! Freddie is in love with them and me too! It was a tremendous relief to me having such caring pet sitters. Thank you to both of you! I hope you'll sit for Freddie again!

Robert S.
Dog Boarding • Mar 07, 2022
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Melodi was quick to respond and super helpful when my initial sitter fell through! My dog was well loved and cared for and I had no concerns during my weekend away. Would definitely have Melodi care for my pup again!

About Melodi A.

Communication

7 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

5 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I'm a big supporter of socializing dogs, and would love to take your dog out on walks or to the park (which I live across the street from).

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Melodi A. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your dog has any issues that you want me to be aware of, I'll do my best to accommodate! The only three concerns I usually have are if your dog is friendly towards small dogs (because I have one), what their bathroom schedule is like, and their ability to sleep through the night.

A typical day

I normally walk around my neighborhood in East Cambridge or along the Charles on the esplanade. Sometimes if a dog is staying with us for a while, I'll take them on a drive to go out to the suburbs to visit my family or on other adventures (unless your pup doesn't like the car).

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$50per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$35per visit
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$30per walk

Melodi can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only
Takes only 1 client at a time

Melodi can watch in your home

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

Availability

I work in lab during the day, but since COVID have been able to work remotely if I need to! I'm also flexible on weekends.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Melodi A.

Communication

7 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

5 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I'm a big supporter of socializing dogs, and would love to take your dog out on walks or to the park (which I live across the street from).

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Melodi A. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your dog has any issues that you want me to be aware of, I'll do my best to accommodate! The only three concerns I usually have are if your dog is friendly towards small dogs (because I have one), what their bathroom schedule is like, and their ability to sleep through the night.

A typical day

I normally walk around my neighborhood in East Cambridge or along the Charles on the esplanade. Sometimes if a dog is staying with us for a while, I'll take them on a drive to go out to the suburbs to visit my family or on other adventures (unless your pup doesn't like the car).

Location

Somerville, MA

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Melodi A.

Somerville, MA

5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews