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Ellen K.

Sioux Falls, SD

5.0 out of 5 stars
60 reviews
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Services

Ellen can care for

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

Availability

Very flexible. Morning, afternoon, and evening hours all available for pet care. I am able to customize your pets schedule for bathroom, eating, and more when sitting for them!

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Ellen K.

Communication

22 repeat pet parents
88% response rate
Usually responds within a few hours
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

15 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

When pet sitting at your house I can fully customize to you and your pets needs. Taking pets out in apartment/townhouse green space or dog parks, fenced and non fenced in yards, etc. all OK.

Information Ellen K. would like to know about your pet

Bathroom routine Eating schedule and treats, dietary restrictions If they are runners, jumpers, leash pullers, or any other type of behavior to be mindful of when with them - I am comfortable reinforcing your training tactics once shown them, or can use my own. When multiple pets in a home - if and when they tend to exhibit aggressive behavior toward each other, if they can go out and/or eat at the same time, etc. If they have any special care instructions like needing to clean face wrinkles, wipe butts, etc.

A typical day

Doggo hugs and kisses, exploring the yard, get a little movement and exercise before they head back inside, if they have any toys I’d love to play fetch or tug of war with them.

Location

Sioux Falls, SD

Ellen K.'s Neighborhood

Pets

belly rubs

Pet care experience

I currently have two English bulldogs with my husband, and our former dog was a rescue pit mix. I grew up with a mini poodle and spent many years living with a mastiff/lab mix (10 years) and a bull terrier (5 years). I have experience with both puppies and senior dogs as well as non-social dogs who prefer a set environment. I understand each pet has unique needs and preferences and am ready to provide that for your pet! Along with dogs and cats I’m also comfortable pet sitting turtles & tortoises, fresh water fish tanks, birds… just ask! I am a green thumb and am also open to plant watering and basic care… just ask!

Reviews

Dustin R.
Drop-In Visits • Dec 01, 2025
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She takes excellent cat pictures!

Julie W.
Drop-In Visits • Nov 17, 2025
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Felt very comfortable with leaving our fur babies with her. She did exactly what we had asked.

Vincent B.
Drop-In Visits • Oct 26, 2025
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Ellen once again did a great job with Belle on short notice.

Brenda D.
Drop-In Visits • Sep 28, 2025
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Good work!!!

About Ellen K.

Communication

22 repeat pet parents
88% response rate
Usually responds within a few hours
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

15 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

When pet sitting at your house I can fully customize to you and your pets needs. Taking pets out in apartment/townhouse green space or dog parks, fenced and non fenced in yards, etc. all OK.

Information Ellen K. would like to know about your pet

Bathroom routine Eating schedule and treats, dietary restrictions If they are runners, jumpers, leash pullers, or any other type of behavior to be mindful of when with them - I am comfortable reinforcing your training tactics once shown them, or can use my own. When multiple pets in a home - if and when they tend to exhibit aggressive behavior toward each other, if they can go out and/or eat at the same time, etc. If they have any special care instructions like needing to clean face wrinkles, wipe butts, etc.

A typical day

Doggo hugs and kisses, exploring the yard, get a little movement and exercise before they head back inside, if they have any toys I’d love to play fetch or tug of war with them.

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Ellen K.

Sioux Falls, SD

5.0 out of 5 stars
60 reviews