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Elena D.

4.9 out of 5 stars
184 repeat clients
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Elena D.

4.9 out of 5 stars
184 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $120 per night

Highlights

Elena has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
10 years of experience
Home full time
Can administer medication
Special needs experience

Pet care experience

Full-time care and love

I’ve always loved dogs and cats for their spirit and giving attitude. No matter what, dogs are always there for you and couldn’t be happier to see you! I love that every cat has a unique personality and way of showing companionship. All this above inspired me to become a dog/cat sitter in the first place. I want to contribute in the idea of making every pet in the world happier and loved! I love spending time with them, but I also love that I can give owners peace of mind when they’re in need of quality care for their pets. It really is a dream come true! One of the best things about me as a sitter is that my schedule is wide open to take care of your baby. I know that no one prefers to have their felines and canines locked in an apartment for hours/days, so it’s great that I can keep them right alongside me having fun. When taking on a new client, I typically like to schedule a meet-and-greet on video chat or in person. It’s a great way to make sure that we’re all a good fit for one another, which is so important to me. Likewise, it gives us the opportunity to chat face-to-face about your pup or cat and your care expectations. Finally, I just love meeting new cats and dogs and I make them my real friends! I like to get down on their level to show them that I’m a welcome presence here to make friends, and I’m sure we’ll be best buddies in no time at all. I am happy to take care of your pet family!

Qualifications

184 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
10 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

4.9
stars
396 ratings
DANIELLE W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 16, 2026

Thank you for taking good care of her as always.

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Boarding • Jul 04, 2026

Elena D. cancelled a booking within a day of the start date.

Michele L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jun 02, 2026

Elena was so helpful with our cat and so accommodating! I really appreciated her updates and would definitely recommend her.

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Eleanor W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Apr 10, 2026

Elena was great as always! Very communicative and thorough.

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DANIELLE W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Jan 29, 2026

Thank you for taking good care of my sweet Grey

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DANIELLE W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Dec 27, 2025

Being away from my baby during Christmas was not easy, but I knew that she was in good hands and being taken care of. Thank you!

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Schedule

My other job is mobile and remote notary public. So I work from home a lot. Therefore my schedule is flexible and I can fit many fur babies in my schedule during the day. Since I work from home, I appreciate every opportunity to take a walk to the park with a fur friend. In the summer, we spend a lot of time outside.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I have a pet camera, so if I have to step out I can watch the fur guest in my apartment. Also, I have a crate for small dog and can use it on a Client’s demand if the dog is crate-trained only, so the client doesn’t have to bring their own crate. Plus my apartment is insured. The building is pet friendly.

A typical day

I live in Upper Manhattan next to many parks. If you prefer, I can take your dog to the dog park. I love to hang out and make new furry friends, so we’ll definitely stay out as often as we can especially in a warm weather. I will make sure that your baby is happy staying with me!

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
No females in heat
Elena can host up to 4 pets per night
Some things I like to learn ahead of time: Would you like to schedule a meet-and-greet before booking me? Not mandatory for me but at least I suggest to do a video call to show me the routine and let me introduce myself. What’s your preferred method of communication? Does your dog/cat have any health issues that need to be taken care of? For instance, dietary restrictions, medicine, or behavior triggers? Do you have a vet nearby that you trust? Do you have your credit card on file? Is your dog/cat spayed/neutered? Does your pup like to stick to a given schedule, like regular walks in the morning and evening? Or the routine schedule is more flexible? What does your dog/cat like to do? What does your cat/dog try to avoid? If it’s housesitting at your place, do you have Pet camera or regular cameras so I’m aware to be sure I am decent if I stay overnight.
Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.