Elena M.
Gaithersburg, MD
Services
Elena can host
Elena can care for
Availability
After my job ended in September due to a reduction in force, I decided to follow my heart and focus on animal care full time, beginning with dog walking from 11am-10pm. I also except dogs day care.
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About Elena M.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
Your dog’s safety and happiness always come first. I walk with full attention to my surroundings and to what your dog needs in the moment. We take our time so they can do their business, enjoy plenty of sniffing and “reading messages,” stretch their legs, and truly enjoy the walk before heading home. I’ll treat your dog as if they were my own and will always keep you updated about anything special, unusual, or urgent that comes up.
Home
Information Elena M. would like to know about your pet
The most important information will be if your dog has any fear or anxiety, and what special treatment it requires. I also would like to have your vet contacts just in case. And of course, the favorite places to walk although they normally tell themselves about it.
A typical day
My dog loved following her favorite routes and they were long in the morning and evening and short during the day. Some dogs I took care of liked short strictly peeing-pooping walks. Please let me know about your dog’s preferences and I’ll adjust.
Location
Gaithersburg, MD
Dog walker with experience and love
Pet care experience
I’ve loved animals for as long as I can remember. I started out by helping neighbors take care of their cats and dogs, and over the years that love grew into rescuing and caring for animals of my own. I’ve shared my life with both a cat and a dog with special needs, and I even helped raise an abandoned baby squirrel. I’m a biologist by training, and through my work I’ve also cared for rabbits, providing gentle pre- and post-surgery support. I’ve previously provided cats and dogs care with a company called Pet Nanny and was certified through Pet Sitters International. I especially enjoy walking small and medium-sized dogs and always make sure each walk is filled with patience, attention, and lots of love.
Reviews
Elena was kind and attentive with Daisy. I’m grateful to have found her and her husband, and I’ll gladly reach out to them again.
Elena really loves her animals and takes grate care of them. I always trusted her with my dog and my cat. I knew she will walk them , feed them , play and talk with them and give them a lot of love and attention. You can not find a better caregiver !
I have known Lena M. for over 20 years. Several times she helped us by taking care of our cat while our family was on vacation. Everything was always done with care and right on schedule. I highly recommend Lena as an organized person who truly loves animals.
Always punctual, highly responsive, and completely reliable, Elena has been an exceptional dog walker from the very beginning. We relied on her for regular walks while I was on crutches after surgery, and she never missed a beat. She follows care and feeding instructions precisely and communicates thoughtfully, often sharing reassuring photo updates. Our dog was treated with genuine affection and attentive care—not just walked and returned. Elena’s calm judgment, consistency, and clear love of animals inspire complete confidence. We never experienced a missed walk, delay, or surprise. Dependable, caring, and truly professional.
About Elena M.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
Your dog’s safety and happiness always come first. I walk with full attention to my surroundings and to what your dog needs in the moment. We take our time so they can do their business, enjoy plenty of sniffing and “reading messages,” stretch their legs, and truly enjoy the walk before heading home. I’ll treat your dog as if they were my own and will always keep you updated about anything special, unusual, or urgent that comes up.
Home
Information Elena M. would like to know about your pet
The most important information will be if your dog has any fear or anxiety, and what special treatment it requires. I also would like to have your vet contacts just in case. And of course, the favorite places to walk although they normally tell themselves about it.
A typical day
My dog loved following her favorite routes and they were long in the morning and evening and short during the day. Some dogs I took care of liked short strictly peeing-pooping walks. Please let me know about your dog’s preferences and I’ll adjust.
Elena M.
Gaithersburg, MD