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Elena S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
15 repeat clients
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Elena S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
15 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

£16 total per visit

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

Highlights

Elena has Star Sitter status!
Identity Verified
20 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Soulful Connection with Pets

** 💛 £15 OFF your first booking ** [ Use code ELENAS75062 💙 ] • DBS checked ✅ Hi 👋 It’s lovely to meet you, I’m Elena 😊 My love for animals started at home, from the very beginning. Growing up, my world was shared with three beautiful Siamese cats and an American Cocker Spaniel. They were not just pets they were part of my family. Living alongside them taught me from an early age the importance of patience, understanding, routines, and the unique personality every animal has. Those childhood experiences shaped the way I care for pets today. After more than 20 years of looking after dogs and cats, I know that every furry friend has their own story, their own needs, and their own way of feeling safe and loved. 🐶🐱 I understand that leaving your beloved companion with someone else is a big decision. Your pet is not “just a pet” they are a cherished member of your family. My aim is to provide a calm, secure, and loving home from home environment where they feel comfortable, understood, and genuinely cared for, while giving you complete peace of mind. Every pet is unique, so my care is always personalised around their personality, age, routine, and individual needs: 🐶 Puppies -> Gentle guidance, routine support, patience, positive reinforcement, socialisation, and lots of affection as they grow and learn. 🐕‍🦺 Senior dogs –> Calm companionship, gentle walks, comfort, and extra attention adapted to their pace and needs. 🐕 Anxious or sensitive dogs –> A peaceful environment, reassurance, consistency, and the patience needed to help them feel secure. 🐱 Cats –> Respectful, patient care that allows them to feel comfortable in their own way. I understand that cats build trust at their own pace, so I provide quiet companionship, playtime, enrichment, and affection always on their terms. I have experience with shy cats, indoor cats, senior cats, and multi-cat households. 🐾 Kittens –> Supervised play, gentle socialisation, routine building, curiosity support, and lots of love. 📅 For busy families –> A reliable and comforting environment where your pet receives individual attention, companionship, and a consistent routine. I intentionally keep my bookings limited so I can offer genuine one to one attention. Your pet will never feel like just another booking, I’ll take the time to learn their habits, favourite activities, little quirks, and what makes them feel happiest. Whether your dog enjoys long walks, exploring outdoors, training games, mental stimulation, or simply relaxing in a cosy space, I’ll adapt my care to match their personality and energy level. While your pet is with me, you’ll receive regular updates, photos, and videos, so you can enjoy your time away knowing they are safe, happy, and receiving plenty of love and attention. 💛 ✨ What matters most to me: Making sure every dog and cat in my care feels safe, comfortable, and loved, with patience, kindness, and genuine attention to their individual needs. 💛 If you’re looking for experienced, trustworthy, and genuinely caring pet care, I would be delighted to welcome your furry family member into my life 🐾💜

Cat care experience

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Soulful connection with pets

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

Qualifications

15 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

Your dog’s comfort and emotional wellbeing are always my top priority. When caring for pets in their home, I carefully follow their established routines to create a sense of stability and trust. I provide calm, attentive, and loving care, including feeding, walks, enrichment activities, and companionship. I also maintain clear and consistent communication, sending regular updates, photos, and notes so you always know how your baby is doing. My approach is built on respect, patience, and genuine care for every animal I look after.

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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44 ratings
Naomi C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jul 27, 2026

Elena did such a great job looking after my very cute Siberian cat Wiggins for five nights, I think he was quite sorry to see her go! She sent lots of pictures and updates and I knew absolutely that he was in safe hands. I would absolutely book her again!

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Bruno C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jul 17, 2026

Thank you hope he wasnt too much trouble

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Ryan F.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jul 17, 2026

Elena was great and super flexible! Thank you for checking in on Murphy 😊

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Mike J.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jun 29, 2026

Elena was great, very communicative and reliable.

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Peta C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jun 28, 2026

Super reliable, lovely with our dog Lola Sent pictures and updates and took care of her brilliant ly. Would highly recommend

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Kiera G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jun 02, 2026

Bella is an anxious dog and Elena was very understanding in giving Bella her space and making sure she was ok and comfortable on the first sit while Bella builds up her confidence. Have already booked new dates for Elena to be here to keep Bella company ❣️

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I offer flexible, full time availability throughout the day, including mornings, afternoons, evenings, and weekends. My goal is to provide reliable and consistent care that fits seamlessly into your schedule, whether you need occasional help or ongoing support.

Cats
0 to 7 kg
7 to 18 kg
Elena can host up to 9 drop-ins per day
To provide the best possible care experience, I like to learn as much as I can about each pet beforehand. This includes their personality traits, diet, daily routine, training commands, social behavior, stress triggers, medical needs, and favorite toys or activities. Understanding these details allows me to provide highly personalized care that minimizes stress and maximizes comfort, safety, and happiness.
These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

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.

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.