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Elan S.

Rapid City, SD

5 out of 5.0 stars
•13 reviews
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Will your dog take me on a walk?

Pet care experience

I have never lived in a household without at least one pet. Growing up, I was normally the biggest pet-owner of my household, caring for up to 10 small pets at once as a child (rats, snakes, birds) in addition to dogs and cats. As an adult, I have been the designated dog sitter for everyone in my family. As much as my wife and I would love to have a pet right now, our apartment unfortunately does not allow it. But getting to hang out with your furry family member(s) for a few days is the next best thing.

Reviews

Laurie N.
House Sitting • Oct 18, 2024
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Elan was great with Elvis. He was on time and communicated well with us. If we get back to Rapid City, we would definitely use him again. It is always great to have someone watch your fur baby that you can trust and not have to worry when you are gone. Thanks again Elan, we really appreciated having you watch Elvis! Joel and Laurie

Leah B.
House Sitting • Sep 03, 2024
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Arrived promptly, took excellent care of our pups, and I think they’re waiting for him to come back! Thank you Elan!

Jennifer S.
House Sitting • Apr 21, 2024
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A great choice for the girls! Thank you for being so accommodating to them.

Jenna V.
House Sitting • Jan 22, 2024
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Elan was beyond the best choice we could have made for dog sitting. Our doggo has VERY high anxiety since we work from home he is hardly alone. When we are away it’s a constant stress of how he’s doing. This was our first time ever using a dog sitter and I really couldn’t have asked for any better, it can be really scary to leave your pet with someone they don’t know but he handled our fur baby with care and compassion. Thank you so much.

About Elan S.

Communication

4 repeat pet parents
76% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

2 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

As I currently live in a pet-less apartment building, I am unfortunately unable to host pets in my own home. But I am happy to drive to your home to feed, let outside, and play with your pet, as wells stay overnights if you prefer. Whatever you may need, it will be done with care and love for your pet.

Information Elan S. would like to know about your pet

If your dog has a tendency to chew on shoes or other things left out, this would be useful to know. I also would like to know how much supervision they might need when I let them outside for a break (i.e. Will they destroy the backyard in 10 minutes if I leave them alone?)

A typical day

On my days off from teaching snowboard lessons, I have renewed my love for reading this winter. I will likely spend a lot of time on the couch reading with your pet, with scattered breaks to take them (more like take myself) on a walk to stretch the legs. In days I work at Terry Peak, I can schedule shorter days if needed to limit the amount of time I'm away from the house.

Services

House Sitting
in your home
$60per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$25per visit
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood

Elan can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

I am teaching snowboard lessons at Terry Peak part time this winter, meaning my schedule can be flexible, as I set my own work hours. So I can likely be available as much as is needed for your pet.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Calendar last updated a month ago
Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About Elan S.

Communication

4 repeat pet parents
76% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

2 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

As I currently live in a pet-less apartment building, I am unfortunately unable to host pets in my own home. But I am happy to drive to your home to feed, let outside, and play with your pet, as wells stay overnights if you prefer. Whatever you may need, it will be done with care and love for your pet.

Information Elan S. would like to know about your pet

If your dog has a tendency to chew on shoes or other things left out, this would be useful to know. I also would like to know how much supervision they might need when I let them outside for a break (i.e. Will they destroy the backyard in 10 minutes if I leave them alone?)

A typical day

On my days off from teaching snowboard lessons, I have renewed my love for reading this winter. I will likely spend a lot of time on the couch reading with your pet, with scattered breaks to take them (more like take myself) on a walk to stretch the legs. In days I work at Terry Peak, I can schedule shorter days if needed to limit the amount of time I'm away from the house.

Location

Rapid City, SD

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Elan S.

Rapid City, SD

5 out of 5.0 stars
•13 reviews