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Melissa P.

Middletown, DE

5.0 out of 5 stars
•12 reviews
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Fun loving home with lots of care!

Pet care experience

I live in a beautiful Victorian home in the heart of Middletown, DE. We have a fenced in yard and plenty of room for your pup to explore and have a fun vacation. Toby, Charlie and Duke would love a play date and a friend to hang out with. I take them for many walks and sometimes a jog. They also love going to the dog park... or just running around the yard. Your dog will be treated like our own. He/she will have full range of the house and a cozy bed to sleep, unless you provide his/her bed. Your dog will not be crated, unless you request. He or she will get a lot of love! Photo updates will be provided to you daily as well as texts, emails and/or videos if you like. I work from home, so your pup will get a lot of attention and playtime. I take my dog for several walks a day and yours will be a welcome addition. About this sitter: Let you pup(s) stay with us while you are away. We have a loving home, a fenced in backyard and 3 dogs for some playtime. :) I work from home so your furry loved one will get lots of love and attention. Also, If you are worried that your pet may not adjust to another environment, let your pup stay home and be comfortable! I can come to your home and make sure your pet is cared for and given lots of attention while you are away. Plus they will stay on their normal schedule. I will supply daily photos, as well as videos, texts and/or emails if requested. I can supply references upon request as well as a background check. I can also help with small errands: bringing in your mail, watering plants (inside/outside) as well as care for any other animals in the house. If anything else is needed - just ask! I am happy to help and give you a worry free vacation. :) I have over 10 years of pet sitting experience. I have watched dogs at my friends and family's as well as clients homes for one night to a full week while they were on vacation. I work from home and have a extremely flexible schedule. Why I love dog sitting I have been a dog owner/lover my whole life. I had dogs growing up as well. I have been a pet sitter for about 10 years for family and friends. I have been working full time for about 3 years now as a Pet Care Professional. I have watched up to 6 dogs at one time at a residence. I have volunteered at pet shelters as well as donate money to PAWS Philadelphia and some other local Animal Associations. I am currently studying pet massage and dog behavioral training. About my yard I have a nice fenced in back yard. Lots of room to run! My experience administering medication Yes, I administer medication to dogs and cats on a regular basis.

Reviews

Harry M.
Dog Boarding • Jul 19, 2015
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We just returned from a family vacation that required us to find someone to watch our 14 month old pup. This was the first time we ever had to leave him and of course, everyone was anxious about leaving him. We found Melissa and based on reviews and a pre-visit, we knew she was the one that could make him comfortable while we were away. We received pictures and texts everyday from her which provided a lot of comfort to the family. She took him in like he was one of her own and would recommend using Melissa.

Lana W.
Dog Boarding • Jun 28, 2015
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We asked Melissa to keep our two year old standard sheltie while we went on vacation. He's very shy and likes a lot of attention she was so good with him. She gave him lots love and treated him lIke her own. We were so pleased with her and to know you can trust her with our puppy means everything. We will definitely use her again. Choose Melissa you will not regret it! Thank You Melissa.

Matthew F.
Dog Boarding • Jan 10, 2015
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Jett was so excited to see his buddies again! He loves staying with Melissa and Kyle, who are great people. I give my strongest recommendation.

Matthew F.
Dog Boarding • Jan 10, 2015
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Melissa and Kyle are great! It's very clear they love dogs - they have three of them. Our dog, Jett, has become good friends with Duke and Toby. : ) He loves staying with them. Every day, Melissa sends a picture and/or a quick summary of the day. It is a great comfort knowing that our dog isn't missing us. :)

About Melissa P.

Communication

4 repeat pet parents
66% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
30% bookings with photo updates

Skills

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

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
Children 0-5 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Melissa P. would like to know about your pet

I would just like to know if the dog has any special needs or scheduling needs. I can administer medication as well. I also can supply references.

A typical day

Here's where we'll take our walks I have miles of trails nearby. My neighborhood is very safe and quiet. I also have a park with trails nearby that I frequent. Your dog's sleeping arrangement I can provide bankets for your pet to sleep on, or many people provide a dog bed. He/she can sleep where ever they feel comfortable. They will never be crated, unless requested, or kept in a room alone. Time I'll spend with your dog I work from home, so your pet will have a lot of attention all day long. Time I'll spend with your dog I work from home, so your dog will have lots of time with me. If I am traveling to your home, we can work out the length of the visit. My standard visit is 30 minutes. Extra house-sitting services Yes, that is provided at no additional cost.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
AWAY
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
AWAY
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
AWAY

Melissa can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time

Melissa can watch in your home

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

About Melissa P.

Communication

4 repeat pet parents
66% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
30% bookings with photo updates

Skills

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

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
Children 0-5 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Melissa P. would like to know about your pet

I would just like to know if the dog has any special needs or scheduling needs. I can administer medication as well. I also can supply references.

A typical day

Here's where we'll take our walks I have miles of trails nearby. My neighborhood is very safe and quiet. I also have a park with trails nearby that I frequent. Your dog's sleeping arrangement I can provide bankets for your pet to sleep on, or many people provide a dog bed. He/she can sleep where ever they feel comfortable. They will never be crated, unless requested, or kept in a room alone. Time I'll spend with your dog I work from home, so your pet will have a lot of attention all day long. Time I'll spend with your dog I work from home, so your dog will have lots of time with me. If I am traveling to your home, we can work out the length of the visit. My standard visit is 30 minutes. Extra house-sitting services Yes, that is provided at no additional cost.

Location

Middletown, DE

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Melissa P.

Middletown, DE

5.0 out of 5 stars
•12 reviews