Pet Sitters in Melissa, TX: Voted Best of Melissa, Anna and Van Alstyne
Top Dog Pet Sitters has served Melissa pet parents for years from our base in McKinney, about 7 miles away.
From Liberty, North Creek, Legacy Ranch, Milrany Ranch, and Country Ridge to historic downtown, we provide in-home dog walking and pet sitting in Melissa for all pets. We use trained employees, not independent contractors.
Everyone who cares for your pet is:
- Background checked
- Bonded and insured
- Certified in pet first aid and CPR
- Professionally trained
- Supervised by Susan and Erick Gary, the owners
We are Pet Sitters International members, and you can read how we stay bonded, insured and PSI-affiliated or get to know our growing team.
Every new client has a Meet and Greet before care starts. We learn your pet’s routine, answer your questions, and arrange access to your home. We also learn which pet sitter will be a good match for you and your pets.
Call 214-244-1629 or schedule your Meet and Greet online.
Why Professional Pet Sitting Matters in Melissa
Melissa has grown to about 30,000 residents, more than double the 2020 Census count. Workers in Melissa spend about 32 minutes getting to work each way on average, so days away from home run long.
An adult dog generally should not go more than about six to eight hours without a chance to relieve itself. A full workday plus a commute can run past that, and a visit during the day fills the gap.
A visit from us means:
- A walk and a bathroom break during a long workday
- Your pet stays in the home they know
- Medication given on schedule
- A routine that stays the same while you are at work or out of town
- Someone looking after your home and mail while you are away
- Loving attention for your pets, from belly rubs to brushing
On dangerously hot days, we walk dogs before 10 a.m. On cooler days, walks happen any time of day.
Pet Care Services Available in Melissa
We provide in-home care for all kinds of pets in Melissa.
Dog Walking
Your dog gets a walk and a potty break during the day, so your dog is not left waiting while you are at work. We confirm arrival and departure by GPS.
Full-Service Pet Sitting
We follow your pet’s routine. Each visit includes feeding, fresh water, medication if needed, exercise, companionship, and lots of TLC.
Cat Sitting
Traveling? Your cat gets at least one visit from us every day, with food, a clean litter box, and attention.
Extended and Overnight Pet Sitting
Choose 12-hour daytime care, overnight care, or 24-hour care.
Home Vacation Check (No Pets)
We bring in packages, handle trash and recycling, water plants, rotate lights, and check for leaks.
Bird Sitting
We stick to the routine you set for your bird: feeding, cleaning, and enrichment.
Small Animal Care
Reptiles, ferrets, hamsters, guinea pigs, and rabbits get the same level of care as the dogs and cats we care for.
Pet Taxi Service
Transportation for your pet, offered to our Melissa clients.
Medication Administration
Your veterinarian sets the plan, and we give oral medications, eye drops, and topical treatments exactly as directed.
Why Melissa Pet Parents Trust Top Dog
Trained, background-checked employees come to your home. Owners Susan and Erick Gary supervise them, and backup sitters cover the visit when a team member is off.
Every pet sitting visit includes:
- Arrival and departure confirmed by GPS
- Food and water kept fresh
- Medication given when you ask for it
- A pet journal with photos or videos and a detailed message
We opened in 2015. Over 74,000 visits later, we have more than 200 five-star reviews. Susan also holds a Pet Psychology Certificate.
Local readers and organizations have recognized our work:
- Voted Best of Melissa, Anna and Van Alstyne by Star Local Media readers, 2024 and 2025
- Best of McKinney from the McKinney Chamber of Commerce, 2022 through 2025
- Best of McKinney and Allen from Living Magazine, 2023 and 2026
- Best of Texas 2026 Regional Winner, Pet Boarders & Sitters
Frequently Asked Questions About Pet Sitting in Melissa
Do you serve my Melissa neighborhood?
Yes. We serve Melissa, from the newer communities to historic downtown. If you live in a Melissa community we did not name on this page, ask us and we will check.
Are you based in Melissa?
No. We work from McKinney, in Collin County, about 7 miles from Melissa, and Melissa pet parents have been part of our client list for years.
What are the leash rules in Melissa parks?
The City of Melissa requires dogs to be on a leash of 6 feet or less at all times in City parks. Animals are not allowed inside City buildings unless special permission has been granted.
What happens at the Meet and Greet?
At the Meet and Greet, we go over your pet’s routine, take your questions, and set up access to your home. Every new client has one before care begins.
What about walks when it is hot?
On dangerously hot days, our dog walks happen before 10 a.m., and on cooler days they can happen any time. If it is too hot to walk, we offer indoor enrichment activities instead.
Do you care for cats and other pets in Melissa?
Yes. We also care for birds, reptiles, rabbits, guinea pigs, and many other small animals. Cat sitting is for when you are traveling, with at least one visit every day. Tell us about any specific needs at your Meet and Greet.
Schedule Your Meet and Greet in Melissa
Reach us at 214-244-1629 or through our contact form to set up your Meet and Greet. Once we know your pet’s routine, we set up your profile and you choose your first visits.