Elissa H.
Newport News, VA
Our animals are our family.
Pet care experience
I am currently a student at George Mason University. I have loved, owned, and worked with dogs my entire life. While I was growing up my family took art in fostering many Great Pyreneese through a rescue group in Richmond. This began my love for larger breeds, but I have always had a soft spots for a cute face and a bold personality. I worked with Best Friends Pet Care for over a year in Fairfax Virginia gaining professional experience in how to handle many dog sizes and personalities. Through Best Friends I gained experience handling a variety of breeds as well as a number of dogs at once, so the more the merrier. My friendly yet strict personality with animals has allowed me to become a confident and safe handler with respect for all animals. I grew up with race horses and have worked on a variety of farms gaining experience with different types of animals so I can confidently handle additional pets if needed. I am also experienced with rescue Pit bulls and mutts.
Reviews
This was Elissa's first time sitting for my two pooches, Bella and Bishop. She did an excellent job, spending time with them, sending me pictures and communicating. I plan on using her for future jobs. Highly recommend!
Elissa is a caring person with extensive experience in animal care including special training in horse care and experience in working in a kennel dealing with all types of dogs. I would fully trust her with all 11 of my horses and with my dog. She is honest and trustworthy - I would trust her to sit with my house as well. You cant go wrong with Elissa.
I highly recommend Elissa as your dog, cat and house-sitter! She is responsible, trustworthy, and she is a loving care-taker of all animals, large or small. She grew up surrounded by horses, dogs, cats, and many other living creatures, and she is studying to become a Vet. I trust her with my beloved pets, and they are always happy to see her!
About Elissa H.
Communication
Skills
Information Elissa H. would like to know about your pet
I would like to know the age of your pet, personality with other pets, personality on a leash, any habits to watch out for (good/bad), and any previous medical conditions. Also if treats are acceptable, any known food aggression.
A typical day
I love to be outside and getting exercise so if yo have a hyper dog that enjoys a run or feel your dog needs a workout, 10-20 minute jogs on the leash after bathroom breaks are available.
Services
Elissa can watch in your home
About Elissa H.
Communication
Skills
Information Elissa H. would like to know about your pet
I would like to know the age of your pet, personality with other pets, personality on a leash, any habits to watch out for (good/bad), and any previous medical conditions. Also if treats are acceptable, any known food aggression.
A typical day
I love to be outside and getting exercise so if yo have a hyper dog that enjoys a run or feel your dog needs a workout, 10-20 minute jogs on the leash after bathroom breaks are available.
Location
Newport News, VA
Elissa H.
Newport News, VA