About Mel
Founded in Las Vegas, Nevada, JDM Pet Sitting was built on my lifelong love for animals and passion for providing compassionate, personalized care. From dogs and cats, to reptiles, amphibians, and other unique companions. I'm dedicated to making every pet feel safe, comfortable, and loved. Learn more about my journey, experience, and the passion behind JDM Pet Sitting.

The Heart Behind It
My love for animals has always been a huge part of my life, and over the years, I've had the opportunity to care for animals of all different species, breeds, personalities, and backgrounds.
I spent two years working at The Animal Foundation, where I gained invaluable hands-on experience caring for animals with a wide range of needs and temperaments. Under the guidance of an incredible manager and supportive supervisors, I developed much of the knowledge and skills that shaped the way I care for animals today. From understanding animal behavior and recognizing signs of stress, to learning the importance of patience, compassion, and individualized care, my time at the shelter played a huge role in turning my love for animals into a passion for their well-being.
Outside of my professional experience, I've fostered over 20 dogs and numerous kittens, many of whom came from challenging backgrounds and needed extra patience, understanding, and affection. I'm also a proud pet parent to my rescue dog, Maia, my three cats, Nova, Luna, and Astra, and my reptiles, Tuck and Ming Ming (named after the characters from Wonder Pets!), and Banana!
I started JDM Pet Sitting because I wanted to use my experience and passion to provide other pet parents with someone they could genuinely trust. I understand how important our animals are to us and how difficult it can be to leave them in someone else's care. That's why I strive to provide a safe, comfortable, and loving environment where every pet receives the attention and understanding they deserve.
Whether your companion is furry, feathered, scaly, or anything in between, my goal is to make them feel loved, understood, and right at home!
♡In Loving Memory of Queen♡
03.01.2018 – 09.16.2026
My beautiful girl and forever best friend. Queen was truly one of a kind, and the bond we shared inspired my deep love and passion for animals. After a difficult battle with mast cell cancer, I had to say goodbye to her far too soon. I'll forever be grateful for the love we shared and the beautiful memories she left me with. She'll always hold a special place in my heart.
The Meaning of "JDM"
JDM Pet Boarding is more than just a business name. Those three letters are the initials of my late father, someone who played an incredibly important role in shaping the person I am today.
My dad was one of those people who could light up any room he walked into. He was passionate, hardworking, creative, and incredibly driven. When he put his mind to something, he gave it his all, and that's something I've always admired about him.
Because of my dad, I grew up with dogs being a part of my everyday life. Although my love for animals eventually became a passion of my own, I'll always cherish those early memories and the role he played in introducing me to them.
When it came time to name my business, I wanted it to mean something more than just the services I provide. Choosing his initials felt like a special way to keep a piece of him with me as I build something I'm proud of.
I wish he could be here to see where life has taken me and what I'm working toward, but having his initials attached to something so close to my heart means more than I can put into words. JDM is my little way of honoring him, remembering everything he meant to me, and carrying his memory with me into this chapter of my life.