Mel

Experienced, caring and reliable pet sitter

Melbourne
3 times favorited
1 recurring guest
Last contacted 14 days ago
4 h ago
Last activity
<96h
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House sitting
24h stay, in your home
60 AUD
/night
All services and rates

About Mel

I am a huge animal lover and miss my dog who is back in England a lot, so wanting to care for others pets to fill in for him. I am very caring, reliable and flexbile.

I offer a range of services such as dog walking, daycare, but mostly I care for dogs whilst their owners go away, so mostly over weekends. 

I have plenty experience caring for my own pets as well as many of my friends pets too. I have over three years dogsitting experience for others. I make sure whilst dogsitting I plan myself around the dogs so I can stay with them at home or plan things where I can take them with me. I also get specifics from owners in regards to if they can be left and if so how long for. 

If your dog loves being social I have a great dog park near me, as well as lots of friends who have friendly dogs they can meet. I can take your dog for as many walks and as long as you like, again I always ask the owners if they have specific requirements for this.

I live in a nice area in Prahran, right next to Fawkner park and Albert Park, so there are plenty of nice spaces to walk your pet. As requested by Pawshake I have added pictures of Fawkner Park to show where I walk them and what my place looks like. We also have a small courtyard downstairs which is fenced for them to run around in.

I am new to Pawshake, but have reviews/references from dogowners on other sites I can share with you upon request. 

My partner (who lives with me) also LOVES dogs so always helps out with them too, meaning they get twice as much attention and cuddles! 

Your dogs are allowed to sleep and move anywhere in our house, however I always ask the owner what their wishes are. For example, if they're not allowed to sleep on the bed at home we also follow those rules if the owner would like.

I have experience administering oral medication and giving them tablets. I have not yet administered an injection but would consider this if the owner was happy with me to. 

Mel's services

At the sitter's home

Doggy Day Care
Daytime care for your dog at the sitter's home.
20 AUD for each additional pet
65 AUD
/day
Dog Boarding
Overnight stay at the sitter's home
20 AUD for each additional pet
65 AUD
/night

At your home

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

Mel also offers

Pick up / drop off

Cancellation policy: Flexible

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.

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

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Dog Boarding
Andree, 2023-07-17

Mel was the best .! A complete delight - responsive to messages .. flexible with arrangements and took wonderful loving care of my 10 year old dog . Mel “knows” dogs and I felt immediately at ease after meeting her and seeing the way she interacted with my dog . She took care to find out about my dog and her preferences . I feel like I struck gold by finding her . My dog returned happy and well adjusted . I have no hesitation in recommending her and will am delighted that I have found such a skilled pet sitter in Melbourne - taking the headache out of knowing who will care for my dog when I go away .

I would give her 10⭐️s if I could ..

Availability

About Mel's Home

Accepted pets

Puppies
< 1 year
Dog sizes
0-40 kg
Dog ages
0-20 years

Mel's home

An apartment
A medium outdoor area
Has no kids
A fully fenced backyard

Walking areas

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

Skills

Specific Skills

I speak English
+5 years of experience
Familiar with dog training techniques

Experience with

Rescuing pets

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Mel

Mel

Experienced, caring and reliable pet sitter

Melbourne
House sitting
24h stay, in your home
60 AUD
/night
All services and rates
Contact Mel

Cancellation policy: Flexible

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.

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

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