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Elissa C.

Mount Vernon Square, DC

5.0 out of 5 stars
•17 reviews
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Energetic and loving sitter!

Pet care experience

I am fur-mama to Theodore - the most friendly (with humans) and playful Maltese! I love spending time playing, exercising, and training dogs. Your dog is well loved in my care and I provide you with the reassurance that your beloved pet is safe and happy while you are away through sending you pictures and text up-dates. I am happy to accommodate your family and I am very flexible. I have documented experience walking and watching dogs and happy to provide references to you. I will provide you with efficient and quick responses and updates while you are away and I am eager to learn about the specific needs of your dog so I can provide the best feeling of home sweet home for him/her. About me: I am 38 years old, live in a dog friendly building with trails and dog parks across the street - my day job is remote and flexible. I enjoy baking gluten free and comedy shows. Why I love dog sitting I have been a dog lover since I met my neighbors doggy as a little girl. This dog was a black lab named "Melissa" and I thought she was awesome since my name was just like hers "Elissa". She was so sweet. Meet my pets Theodore About my yard I live in a home with a fenced in yard. There are many dog owners in the neighborhood and it's a great area to take walks.

Reviews

Furhana W.
Dog Boarding • May 25, 2015
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Elissa took great care of Sparkle. While we were away we had absolutely no concerns and knew that Sparkle was in the wonderful care of Elissa, who bonded with Sparkle during our first interview/visit. We are so delighted to have found Elissa and Sparkle will always have a loving and caring home to go to when we are away. Elissa is an excellent dog sitter.

Isabel D.
Dog Boarding • Apr 30, 2015
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Elissa was so great with our little guy! Her calm demeanor put him right at ease. She was great at sending us pictures and status throughout his stay. We will definitely be keeping in touch with her for future pet sitting needs!

Ranarda M.
Dog Boarding • Apr 16, 2015
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Elissa was such a great sitter to our Yorkie Phoenix, he felt right at home with her. She took great care of him and updated us daily. I look forward to having her sit him again in the future, it was a perfect fit for all.

Samantha M.
Dog Boarding • Mar 30, 2015
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As usual, Elissa was amazing and our little Coco had a great stay. Coco always looks forward to staying with Elissa and is in good hands while we are away.

About Elissa C.

Communication

7 repeat pet parents
10% bookings with photo updates

Skills

5 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 a dog park in my building. I have plenty of streets to walk your dog in a suburban neighborhood. I am experienced in administering medications in any form.

Information Elissa C. would like to know about your pet

I would like to know if the dog is friendly and if the owners expect him/her to acclimate well to a new person (me) and their surroundings. I like to know the routine of the doggy, so I can keep them as comfortable as possible. I want to know if the doggy sleeps peacefully through the night and how much barking could I expect. I have a studio apartment so larger dogs may or may not have enough room to roam, but the neighborhood I live in is an expansive dog community with parks and fenced in dog play areas, trails, and grassy areas. I would like to know about the dog's behaviors/needs in terms of attention, discipline, training, exercise, and leash pulling. I don't have any breed preferences. I am somewhat petite so dogs that I can reasonably control/protect are preferred.

A typical day

Here's where we'll take our walks We can walk short or far depending on the exercise needs. We can also let loose in a dog park or fenced in area. There are plenty of dogs around so we can practice socialization or we can take a more private route. Your dog's sleeping arrangement Your dog will sleep in my studio apartment however it sleeps at home - a crate, a play pen, free, in it's bed, etc. I like to keep your dog as familiar and in its routine as possible. Time I'll spend with your dog It can vary on the day and the dogs needs. I am happy to walk the doggy as much as it needs/wants. I also welcome cuddling and playing. When your dog is staying with me, it's needs are a priority to my schedule, I can assure you.

Services

House Sitting
in your home
$65per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$19per visit
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$16per walk

Elissa can watch in your home

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs

Availability

I am working remote and it flexible so I am home all day. I am attentive to dogs needs throughout the day and night. I am usually an early riser.

Available
Not available
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Calendar last updated a year ago
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About Elissa C.

Communication

7 repeat pet parents
10% bookings with photo updates

Skills

5 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 a dog park in my building. I have plenty of streets to walk your dog in a suburban neighborhood. I am experienced in administering medications in any form.

Information Elissa C. would like to know about your pet

I would like to know if the dog is friendly and if the owners expect him/her to acclimate well to a new person (me) and their surroundings. I like to know the routine of the doggy, so I can keep them as comfortable as possible. I want to know if the doggy sleeps peacefully through the night and how much barking could I expect. I have a studio apartment so larger dogs may or may not have enough room to roam, but the neighborhood I live in is an expansive dog community with parks and fenced in dog play areas, trails, and grassy areas. I would like to know about the dog's behaviors/needs in terms of attention, discipline, training, exercise, and leash pulling. I don't have any breed preferences. I am somewhat petite so dogs that I can reasonably control/protect are preferred.

A typical day

Here's where we'll take our walks We can walk short or far depending on the exercise needs. We can also let loose in a dog park or fenced in area. There are plenty of dogs around so we can practice socialization or we can take a more private route. Your dog's sleeping arrangement Your dog will sleep in my studio apartment however it sleeps at home - a crate, a play pen, free, in it's bed, etc. I like to keep your dog as familiar and in its routine as possible. Time I'll spend with your dog It can vary on the day and the dogs needs. I am happy to walk the doggy as much as it needs/wants. I also welcome cuddling and playing. When your dog is staying with me, it's needs are a priority to my schedule, I can assure you.

Location

Washington, DC

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Elissa C.

Mount Vernon Square, DC

5.0 out of 5 stars
•17 reviews