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Melody W.

wilmington, NC

5.0 out of 5 stars
27 reviews
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Services

Melody can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Takes only one pet owner at a time

Melody can look after

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

Availability

i have a very flexible and open schedule. i am able to provide care for any pet, any time of any day of the week

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About Melody W.

Communication

7 repeat pet owners
80% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

19 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

My yard in not fenced in but with long leashes, there is plenty of room to run! Dogs are always allowed (encouraged actually!) to sleep in the bed with me or on the couch.

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced garden
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Pets allowed on furniture
Toilet breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Melody W. would like to know about your pet

no breed preferences here! will need medical records (vaccines, fecal and heartworm exams up to date). must get along well with other dogs as i have a dog in my home.

A typical day

playing fetch, long walks or runs at the state park or around the neighborhood, trips to the beach, car rides with seatbelts for the dogs, lots of snuggles!

Location

wilmington, NC

Melody W.'s Local Area

Pets

vet assistant that loves pups!

Pet care experience

veterinary assistant with 6 years of experience in vet med. I am also currently in veterinary technician school at Penn Foster University. I have volunteered with the Carolina Canines for Service my senior year of high school, and worked for various kennels in town since graduating. (Paw Beach, Pets Pal Inn, Pups Play and Stay) Providing In home dog sitting and walking for clients for over 15 years. My 9 year old lab loves to play with other dogs, male or female/ young or old. Whether it be short term or long term, I can accommodate! CPR trained and certified. ASPCA trained for medical emergencies and treatment, safety procedures, as well as US Department of Agriculture trained in sanitation, requirements etc.able to accommodate special needs and elderly pets.

Reviews

Mary S.
Drop-In Visits • Jun 08, 2021
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Melody’s such a great help!

Mary S.
Drop-In Visits • Mar 07, 2021
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I needed help with my cat very last minute and Melody was able to help right away! I am so grateful!

Cheryl B.
Boarding • Dec 15, 2018
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Melody took great care of our lab for us while we were on vacation. I love how she sent texts and pictures to let me know how Riley was doing. Also, Melody has a lab the same age as ours and it was great knowing Riley had someone to play with while we were away.

Sarah M.
Boarding • Sep 01, 2018
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Melody loved our dog so we love Melody!

About Melody W.

Communication

7 repeat pet owners
80% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

19 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

My yard in not fenced in but with long leashes, there is plenty of room to run! Dogs are always allowed (encouraged actually!) to sleep in the bed with me or on the couch.

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced garden
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Pets allowed on furniture
Toilet breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Melody W. would like to know about your pet

no breed preferences here! will need medical records (vaccines, fecal and heartworm exams up to date). must get along well with other dogs as i have a dog in my home.

A typical day

playing fetch, long walks or runs at the state park or around the neighborhood, trips to the beach, car rides with seatbelts for the dogs, lots of snuggles!

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Melody W.

wilmington, NC

5.0 out of 5 stars
27 reviews