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Melynda R.

Saco, ME

5.0 out of 5 stars
•33 reviews
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Work at home, ASPCA Certified.

Pet care experience

I grew up on a farm in a rural area of Southern Maine. As long as I have been alive, my family has owned a minimum of 2 pet dogs at any given time. In the meantime, we've also had lots of other animals in our care, like bunnies, rodents, horses, cats, turtles, a donkey, and water buffalo.

Reviews

Tessa H.
Doggy Day Care • Dec 19, 2023
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My little boy is loud and full of energy, and Melynda takes him on with stride! Super flexible and communicative. Herme is the best friend Yoda needed!

Ron R.
Dog Boarding • Dec 09, 2023
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I could not have been happier with the care Laika received at Melynda's. She was very responsive and accommodating with the arrangements and it was obvious that Laika was extremely well taken care of. I will go back to her every time now as I'm sure I would fine none better!

Erin P.
House Sitting • Oct 30, 2023
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I have 2 tricky dogs but Melynda was so good and professional and communicative I can't imagine leaving them with anybody else! I hate leaving them but it was so good to know they were in good hands. Cannot recommend her enough.

Graham B.
House Sitting • Aug 17, 2023
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Gilligan (the Golden Doodle) adored Melynda. She treated our home with great care. We were delighted. Thank you.

About Melynda R.

Communication

11 repeat pet parents
90% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I love having pets at home, but in my apartment I have some limitations! No "aggressive breeds" because of my landlords insurance. But, I can come to you!

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, 1 cat
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Melynda R. would like to know about your pet

Has your dog met a kitten before? Is he/she friendly/tolerable of other dogs? Crate trained? Is there any specific things you're training them on? Are they vocal?

A typical day

We walk around my neighborhood, and if the dogs is high energy, we can walk (leashed) through the big hilly cemetery around the corner. If he is more of a playful pup, we can go to california fields (to be off leash) which isn't too far. Mostly, we will play with toys in my house, especially cats. Both the cat and bunny love to play chase the ribbon. We like to get ice cream, or drive to the beach, so let me know if your dog doesn't like car rides.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$55per night
House Sitting
in your home
$50per night
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
$35per day

Melynda can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only

Melynda can watch in your home

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

Availability

I am a strong communicator so you will feel confident with me as your sitter. I work at home, and so does my partner, so we can adapt to your dogs schedule. If training, we can go outside every 30 min to an hour. Usually we take 3 walks down the street or around the block, and depending on the dogs' temperament, go do "tricks for treats" at the businesses around me and on mian street. There's a few parks we are near, and dogs are allowed on the beach in the off season so that's where we walk. I love hiking and would love to take your dog with me!

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Calendar last updated 6 days ago
Melynda can host up to 1 pets per night
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Melynda R.

Communication

11 repeat pet parents
90% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I love having pets at home, but in my apartment I have some limitations! No "aggressive breeds" because of my landlords insurance. But, I can come to you!

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, 1 cat
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Melynda R. would like to know about your pet

Has your dog met a kitten before? Is he/she friendly/tolerable of other dogs? Crate trained? Is there any specific things you're training them on? Are they vocal?

A typical day

We walk around my neighborhood, and if the dogs is high energy, we can walk (leashed) through the big hilly cemetery around the corner. If he is more of a playful pup, we can go to california fields (to be off leash) which isn't too far. Mostly, we will play with toys in my house, especially cats. Both the cat and bunny love to play chase the ribbon. We like to get ice cream, or drive to the beach, so let me know if your dog doesn't like car rides.

Location

Saco, ME

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Melynda R.

Saco, ME

5.0 out of 5 stars
•33 reviews