Today Melissa ran a 5K race in support of Harley’s Dream, and just yesterday she completed 30 days of radiation treatment for brain cancer. This was actually Melissa’s 3rd battle with brain cancer.
You will never find a more amazing, positive and inspiring person than Melissa. She is a dear friend of ours and a huge advocate for puppy mill dogs. She is also a passionate and dedicated member of our Harley’s Heroes project, and for the past 4 years she has been the volunteer captain at Hops & Harley (managing more than 80 volunteers). Melissa lives near Denver, Colorado with her husband and 2 sons, plus their 3 rescue dogs: a tiny Chihuahua named Duckie, a Dachshund named Hallie Berrie, and the famous Diego the Dashing Dude!
Check out all the photos and you will agree that … Melissa is a ROCKSTAR!



Harley, please tell Melissa, “Way to go! What an inspiration!”
I am so happy to have meet you at Hops and Harley! At that time I did not know your story I wish all of the very best in your recovery! If you ever need any extra support in the Denver area I would be honored to help.
Janice Sprenkle. Harley’s Hero’s Parker CO
Not enough superlatives in the English language for me to tell you how I feel about Melissa.
You are definitely a rockstar, Melissa!! Thank you for being you!! 💖💞🌻🐾
I’ve never met a more inspiring woman. You ARE a rockstar, Melissa!! Love ya lots!!
What an amazing woman… <3
Proud of this woman, great what she does for the dogs who need it! She’s a superwoman!
Bless you for your selfless work to end puppy mills. ❤️🙏 love and prayers for you!
blessed girl
What a beautiful person and an inspiration❣️
Melissa it is such an honor to meet an incredible woman like you. Thanks for all you do. Wishing you and your family happiness and good health