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Melissa S.
Tampa, FL 33611
from $25 per hour
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About Melissa
Experience: 10 yrs
Hello! My experience covers a little bit of everything-pet sitting, driving, senior care, and running errands. I've also worked in an animal hospital caring for pets who were boarding, so I'm very comfortable with animals who need a little extra attention. I've taken care of many cats in clients' homes and can happily provide references. At home, my husband and I have a pet bird, named Sunny-and over the years I've had all kinds of pets-hamsters, dogs, rabbits, a lizard, a hedgehog, dogs and a cat-so I truly love and understand all types of animals. If you have any questions at all, feel free to reach out!
Most recent review
Melissa was simply AMAZING! This was my first time contacting a sitter for my pet bird (conure, 2f) and I was extremely nervous about asking someone to keep her company while I was out of town for a few days. After talking to Melissa, however, that hesitation went away quickly. A quick list of things I immediately appreciated about Melissa: she is a responsive, transparent, and thoughtful communicator; was prompt each day of her booking; offered to send me updates and photos of my pet while they bonded; made sure my pet felt safe, comfortable, and stayed on her routine; and was respectful of my home. She was extremely flexible and gracious with her time — honestly, she made this process so smooth and I felt at ease knowing she was feeding my bird, spending time with her, putting her to bed, and safely locking my home each night. Truly, can’t say enough good things about Melissa !! Will 100% book her again next time I have to travel — hire her ! :D
Peter F.
6/30/2025
Services
Pets
Birds
Cats
Dogs
Exotic Pets
Fish
Services offered
Pet sitting
Pet transportation
Pet walking
Rates
Recurring jobs
$25/hr
Sitting
$63/night
Boarding
$56/night
Doggy day care
$56/day
30-minute dog walk
$25/walk
60-minute dog walk
$39/walk
Can help with
Companion care
Help with pets
Qualifications
Education
Queens College City University New York
College degree
Languages
English
Professional skills
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Additional details
Non-smoker
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Care.com Background Check
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