Melissa

Colorado Expat looking for furry friend to fill the dog sized hole in my heart

Dublin
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1 recurring guest
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Last activity
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Dog Walking
Dog walking
Min. 30-minute walks
4.99 EUR for each additional pet
15 EUR
/walk
All services and rates

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Melissa is currently not available to accept new requests.

About Melissa

Hello! I am an experienced pet sitter. I have owned and trained two golden doodles, as well as a pet rat, guinea pig, hamsters, fish, and cats. 

I am eager to spend more time around animals, but due to a potential continental move in the distant future, I cannot commit to a dog myself.

I have cared extensively for two siamese cats. Multiple dogs (Pug -> Great Pearnease) I do not have any allergies. My place is pet friendly and I work from home on a flexible schedule. (take a look at my photos for reference) we have a big hallway for fetch, a nice patio for people watching, and two off-leash areas within a 2 min walking distance. I am very happy to watch your pets or plants. I have a green thumb and can promise your plants will thrive under my watch. 

I am 28 years old, I grew up in Colorado, USA. I have lived and worked in Amsterdam, Australia, Canada, and now Ireland. I am a very active person. I love to take long walks and live an active lifestyle. I am married to my German/Italian partner Luca. We choose to move to Ireland because we love the people here, and the mix of cultures. We moved to Ireland last October after being separated for 21 months due to COVID. We have enjoyed living in the Dun Laoghaire area for the proximity to the ocean and the great activities we can do around us. Plus all of the lovely people! I am an avid walker and discovering the new paths in the neighborhood since moving here has been so much fun.

About my services:

  • How long will I stay with pets during home visits? Depending on what we decided on I can stay for 30- one hour. I am flexible to stay longer with pets at home if they have anxiety about being away from you. I am able to work fully remote, so as long as I can use your internet I am happy to be a companion to your pet for longer periods of time.
    • How long are your dog walks? I typically walk a loop of 1-1:30 hours or 5.6 KM
      • How long can you stay in the owner's home during house sitting? I can stay most of the day! I wouldn't leave your pets for longer than 3 hours alone. We can decide before I stay what is best for your pets.
        • What home security measures will you take during house sitting? I am a vigilant window and door locker, I always keep the keys with me.
          • When are you usually available? I am always available before noon. I work flexible hours from home from 12-7 p.m. I typically take a long walk after 7 to catch the sunset and enjoy some fresh air. 
          • I believe that we should give our animals the best experiences possible for their short lives. I look forward to sharing some of my life with your special pet <3

            Melissa's services

            At your home

            Dog Walking
            Dog Walking
            An experienced dog walker will pick up your dog from your home for a 30 min walk
            4.99 EUR for each additional pet
            15 EUR
            /walk
            One home visit a day
            One home visit a day
            Book a pet sitter to stop by your home to feed and play with your pet
            12 EUR
            /day
            House Sitting
            House Sitting
            A sitter stays overnight in your home and cares for your pet
            40 EUR
            /night
            Two home visits a day
            Two home visits a day
            Two drop-in visits for your pet
            18 EUR
            /day

            At the sitter's home

            Dog Boarding
            Dog Boarding
            Overnight stay at the sitter's home
            15 EUR for each additional pet
            38 EUR
            /night

            Melissa also offers

            Cancellation policy: Moderate

            Full refund if canceled before 12:00 p.m. 7 days before the booking, 50% refund afterward.

            No refund is payable if the booking is canceled on or after the start date.

            Note: All times are based on the sitter’s time zone

            Doggy day care and Dog walks always have a flexible cancellation policy:

            Full refund if canceled before 12:00 p.m. one day before the booking, 50% refund afterward.

            No refund is payable if the booking is canceled on or after the start date.

            Reviews

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            Dog Boarding
            Vinícius, 2022-06-18

            Simply the best

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            Dog Walking
            Suzy, 2022-05-18

            Melissa was great with my dog and great communication. Nice to get a photo of his morning out. He had a nice long walk and I have her booked again already

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            About Melissa's Home

            Accepted pets

            Puppies
            < 1 year
            Dog sizes
            0-80 kg
            Dog ages
            0-20 years
            Small animals
            rodents, rabbits, ...

            Melissa's home

            An apartment
            A medium outdoor area
            Has no kids
            24/7 supervision

            Walking areas

            Nearby off-leash dog area
            Urban, Beach & City park

            Skills

            Specific Skills

            I speak English
            +10 years of experience
            Familiar with dog training techniques
            I have owned two golden doodles, rats(one of the best pets), a guinea pig, hamsters, fish, and cats. I am a lifelong animal lover. I have also pet sit ducks for two weeks! I am eager to learn about caring for new animals and would enjoy the experience of caring for any type of pets. I recently helped raise my parent's golden doodle puppy, while I was stuck overseas from my partner due to covid. I moved back in with my family for that time and we were blessed to get a dog during my stay. We bonded and I still fly home regularly to see her (Azula- the ginger pup in the photos) Moving to Ireland and having to leave her at home has left a fuzzy hole the exact size of her in my heart. I am hoping to spend time with your pets to help fill the gap. I have watched animals and have pet sat for more than the last 10 years. I was a nanny to a family of 3 kids with two Siamese cats for 7 years. I spent extensive time watching their pets as they would go to the mountains weekly and I would stay at their house and pet sit the two cats. They were very affectionate and loved to cuddle. The older one got sick in our later years together and made me familiar with administering medicine. I am more than happy to offer references and talk more about my experience.

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            Melissa

            Melissa

            Colorado Expat looking for furry friend to fill the dog sized hole in my heart

            Dublin
            Dog Walking
            Dog walking
            Min. 30-minute walks
            4.99 EUR for each additional pet
            15 EUR
            /walk
            All services and rates

            Unavailable

            Melissa is currently not available to accept new requests.

            Cancellation policy: Moderate

            Full refund if canceled before 12:00 p.m. 7 days before the booking, 50% refund afterward.

            No refund is payable if the booking is canceled on or after the start date.

            Note: All times are based on the sitter’s time zone

            Doggy day care and Dog walks always have a flexible cancellation policy:

            Full refund if canceled before 12:00 p.m. one day before the booking, 50% refund afterward.

            No refund is payable if the booking is canceled on or after the start date.

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