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Eliot J.

South Portland, ME

5.0 out of 5 stars
291 reviews
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20+ years of Pet Care & Rescue

Pet care experience

For walks please select “drop-in visits” to request. Currently unavailable for boarding and daycare in my home, but available for housesitting, drop in visits, walks, day excursions, training, and nail trims. The rates shown on my profile are base rates and may be subject to change depending on the owner and dog’s needs. If you are using Rover for the first time you can use coupon code “Eliot Jordan 20” with myself or any sitter for $20 off your first booking and the sitter still gets paid their same rate. • Traveling pet care. I have extensive experience with animals of all sizes and temperaments, and over a decade of professional pet care experience. My profile shows my typical base rates but services may be less or more depending on extending a service to more time, travel fees for out of area, adding a service such as nail trims, etc., so always feel free to ask if there are questions. My prices reflect what I feel is fair as a pet owner myself, while also taking my experience, time and travel time for services that require it in to consideration. Some prices may be negotiable based on circumstances, so please feel free to ask any questions if you would like me to help care for your pet but have financial limitations. Some rates may also be subject to additional fees based on distance, or behavioral issues or special requirements, disclosed or not. Early morning, late night, weekend and out of area drop in visits may be subject to an additional fee. I am currently down to one senior dog of my own. Cleo is an 13 year old Mastiff with extreme mobility issues so can’t move much without my assistance. She is very used to and good with other animals, and has calm energy and intuition with visiting animals. When applicable: Boarding pets and daycare dogs must be manageable with other animals as I have my own dog (who is great with any other animal), and be crate trained as pets are crated if I need to leave for errands and, depending on the pet, overnight as well. I have worked for myself as well as pet care companies doing dog walking, overnight and cat care, bathing and basic grooming, nail trims and dremeling (cats and dogs), and basic training. I also have worked doing dog rescue since 2001, primarily with Dachshunds, as that is my family's rescue's focus. I am comfortable with all breeds and am able to provide care for special needs animals. For example, because Dachshunds are prone to IVDD (paralysis) I am experienced with expressing dogs if needed, as well as providing oral or injectable medications. In addition to taking care of dogs and cats I also have experience taking care of horses, donkeys, chickens, guinea pigs, fish, and a variety of reptiles. House sitting may also be available locally, or at greater distances if my dogs are able to come with me. Upon request I offer free nail trims to dogs/cats who I care for 2 consecutive nights or more, and offer bathing and deshedding services as well (free bath for short hair small breed (<20lbs); for all others price varies depending on what is required). I primarily work for myself from home and my schedule is fairly flexible to accommodate most booking requests. Crate training is a requirement for daycare or boarding dogs as pets are crated if I have to leave for a bit of their stay for errands, drop in visits or walks. Dogs are typically introduced in the yard before coming inside and have supervised free range in the house. If you would like a meet and greet prior to your first booking, please request and schedule prior to booking. Visits begin once I have parked to enter/walk to the residence. Owners will be responsible for any parking fees if applicable. I work for myself from home and my schedule varies daily. I typically accommodate my schedule around booking requests and tailored for each client’s requirements. I describe myself as strict but fair. Strict in the sense that I establish fair and safe rules and boundaries, with any new client and extend more privileges as we establish understanding and a relationship with one another. I also enjoy working with younger dogs or any dog that look for mental stimulation and training during drop in visits.

Reviews

Lainie C.
Drop-In Visits • Apr 01, 2024
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Elliot was caring and good with the girls. Even though there were a couple of scheduling issues were very happy with her service.

Jamie N.
Drop-In Visits • Mar 22, 2024
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Thank you for taking Charley out last minute!! I really appreciate it. And for the detailed Rover report card :) great communication.

Adam W.
Drop-In Visits • Mar 20, 2024
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Eliot was excellent and professional in all ways! I can't thank her enough. She promptly arranged a timely meeting to meet my pets and receive the keys; her updates showed that my pets were truly taken care of; her communications were frequent, helpful, and just what was needed. Eliot also went the extra mile to anticipate potential snags so that my pets would always have coverage even if a fight was late. Eliot, I can't thank you enough!! : ) As also evidenced by the large tip!! I hope I have occasion to work with you again in the future. Meanwhile, I give Eliot my highest recommendation! Five Stars / A+ !!!

Skye P.
Drop-In Visits • Mar 16, 2024
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Eliot did a great job taking care of our cat Kurt!

About Eliot J.

Communication

133 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

23 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have over 20 years of professional experience with animals. The app is requiring me to reiterate here what is already in my lengthy established profile.

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has caged pets
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture

Information Eliot J. would like to know about your pet

I am fairly flexible due to extensive experience with all types and temperaments of dogs, however I would obviously like to know any quirks or preferences your dog may have in order for us to have a smooth stay together. If taking care of the dog in my own home they must be good with, or at the very least manageable, with other dogs. I will not take dogs who are questionable with other dogs for the safety of the animals in my home. I have crate trained listed as a preference as it is often the best way to help a dogs acclimate to an unfamiliar area when unattended; if the dog is used to being crated it acts as a den, a safe haven for them. I only crate if I have to go out for an errands, otherwise the dogs are loose with me- on the various beds, or in the crate with the door open, depending upon their preference.

A typical day

For a dog who enjoys long walks and hikes, I am familiar with many local trails and love discovering new ones as well. I enjoy taking excursions to area parks and reserves for play with other dogs, or hikes for dogs I am caring for overnight or daycare. My schedule varies, as do the activities we partake in. Follow @RoamingWithRover on Instagram and “Eliot’s Pet Care” on Facebook for photos, videos, and deals on products and services.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$35per night
House Sitting
in your home
$45per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$20per visit
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood

Eliot can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only

Eliot can watch in your home

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

Availability

Varies. The app is requiring me to reiterate here what is already in my lengthy established profile soI accept what I’m available for and routine depends on bookings.

Available
Not available
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Calendar last updated 14 hours ago
Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About Eliot J.

Communication

133 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

23 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have over 20 years of professional experience with animals. The app is requiring me to reiterate here what is already in my lengthy established profile.

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has caged pets
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture

Information Eliot J. would like to know about your pet

I am fairly flexible due to extensive experience with all types and temperaments of dogs, however I would obviously like to know any quirks or preferences your dog may have in order for us to have a smooth stay together. If taking care of the dog in my own home they must be good with, or at the very least manageable, with other dogs. I will not take dogs who are questionable with other dogs for the safety of the animals in my home. I have crate trained listed as a preference as it is often the best way to help a dogs acclimate to an unfamiliar area when unattended; if the dog is used to being crated it acts as a den, a safe haven for them. I only crate if I have to go out for an errands, otherwise the dogs are loose with me- on the various beds, or in the crate with the door open, depending upon their preference.

A typical day

For a dog who enjoys long walks and hikes, I am familiar with many local trails and love discovering new ones as well. I enjoy taking excursions to area parks and reserves for play with other dogs, or hikes for dogs I am caring for overnight or daycare. My schedule varies, as do the activities we partake in. Follow @RoamingWithRover on Instagram and “Eliot’s Pet Care” on Facebook for photos, videos, and deals on products and services.

Location

South Portland, ME

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Eliot J.

South Portland, ME

5.0 out of 5 stars
291 reviews