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Eleanor P.

5.0 out of 5 stars
11 repeat clients
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Eleanor P.

5.0 out of 5 stars
11 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $32 per visit

Highlights

Enhanced background check
30 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Senior Paws - need love too!

I moved to Port Townsend, WA in May 2025 after living in Davis, CA for 29 years. I loved caring for all the cats and dogs that owners entrusted with me. The spirit of the Davis critters will be with me in WA state. I look forward to getting to know a new set of Port Townsend critters and their families. I have been a pet owner for over 30 years. My family and our vet like to say, “we grow them old” at our house. I have come to love caring for senior dogs and cats. Senior animals remind us to slow down and enjoy the moments. I also love caring for all cats and dogs, but realize that when our “fur family members” become older, it is harder for us to get away or do certain things because of their special needs. I would like to allow you to get away, knowing that your senior will be well loved, cared for, and safe. I can care for younger cats and dogs as well. Maintaining your animal’s routine is important to me. I know that younger pets have different needs and are far more active. I enjoy the younger animals' energy and will help meet their needs, whether by playing with them, walking them or grooming or snuggling with them. I like to have a “meet and greet” with you and your pet(s) before the first sitting at no charge. This allows them to meet me and for me to see how they interact with you and learn about their needs and favorite activities. Additional skills Oral/transdermal medication administration Injected medication administration Subcutaneous fluids administration First aid & CPR certified Senior cat and dog experience Special needs experience (cancer, blindness, deafness…) Special dietary needs experience (kidney disease, liver tumors, cancer, anxiety) Special mobility needs experience (ramps, harnesses…) Daily exercise, stimulation and play

Cat care experience

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That’s a Cat! 💚🐾🐈‍⬛ 🐈

Eleanor also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Qualifications

11 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

It’s important that I am able to maintain your senior pets' quality of life while you are away. What health issues is your pet experiencing at the time of sitting? What medications are they on and how are they administered? Who is their vet? What do they do to relax? What is a typical day for them? Do they like to be brushed? Special treats or toys? How often do they go outside? How long are their walks? How are they with other pets? Are they reactive to other animals? People? If they are nearing end of life, do you have plans in place if your vet is not available?

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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28 ratings
Michelle W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Dec 16, 2025

Eleanor took great care of our 2 shy cats. She provided thorough updates to let us know they were in good hands throughout the entire time we were away.

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Autumn C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Oct 23, 2025

Thank you so much, Eleanor. Brilliantly done. Grateful to have you on board with your calming presence and attentiveness with Luna.

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Laura B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Oct 05, 2025

Eleanor is dependable and conscientious. She absolutely loves dogs and Ruben can tell. We will definitely use her again.

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Noorhani D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Oct 01, 2025

Eleanor is kind, compassionate, communicative and trustworthy. Stormy Bear and I felt very taken care of and in great hands.

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Julie W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Sep 20, 2025

Eleanor is so sweet and definitely loves our fur baby. She spoiled her with a wonderful walk and even two water breaks along the way. Eleanor provided lots of pictures and details about Piper and their outing. Will definitely contribute book.woth Eleanor.

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Elise B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Aug 25, 2025

Thank you Eleanor for helping me out in a tight spot on Sunday. I love the pictures you send of Lou on his adventures. It brightens my day knowing he is having exciting walks!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

As a retired educator, I'm available most mornings, days and early evenings. I have some volunteer commitments that I will need to work around depending upon the week.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Eleanor can host up to 2 drop-ins per day
I would want to know how your dog is with other dogs. Do they intereact with all dogs similiarlly or does size matter? Also, how is your dog with children, elderly people or people with special needs? What about "men in hats"? or other reactions they may have when they interact with other people? I also want to know if your dog uses a gentle leader, special harness or leash. And how do you read them? or how do you encouage appropriate behavior? verbally? treats? It’s important that I am able to maintain your senior pets' quality of life while you are away. What health issues is your pet experiencing at the time of sitting? What medications are they on and how are they administered? Who is their vet? What do they do to relax? What is a typical day for them? Do they like to be brushed? Special treats or toys? How often do they go outside? How long are their walks? How are they with other pets? Are they reactive to other animals? People? If they are nearing end of life, do you have plans in place if your vet is not available?
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