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Ellen R.

5.0 out of 5 stars
5 repeat clients
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Ellen R.

5.0 out of 5 stars
5 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $25 per visit

Highlights

Ellen has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
15 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

I’ll treat them like my own!

Dog walk and drop-in availability: Weekdays: 12-1 pm (over lunch), after 5 pm Weekends: all day! I grew up with many pets and have years of dog sitting as well as reptile care experience. I am comfortable with dogs of all sizes (my sweet, late boy was 80 lbs) and have experience with senior dogs (administering medications, etc) who require more patience and attention. Puppies are welcome as well! Additionally, I have many years of experience caring for (feeding, handling) leopard geckos and turtles. I am very comfortable feeding live insects should it be needed. Clear communication is important to me when watching your pet, so you can expect frequent updates on your pet and communication should any other circumstances arise. You can always expect me to have the utmost respect when being in your home!

Cat care experience

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I’ll love them like my own!

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

Qualifications

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

Safety, trust & environment

It is very important to me that I respect the home of the owner I am sitting for. You can trust that I will treat your space the way I expect mine to be treated.

Ratings and reviews

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18 ratings
Samantha W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Apr 17, 2026

We love having Ellen come check in on Annie! She sends the best photos and updates and we know she will be well taken care of.

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Erin L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Apr 13, 2026

Ellen was outstanding! She took great care of our dogs and home and sent plenty of timely updates/photos. We will definitely be using her services again in the future. Thanks, Ellen!!

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Kelly T.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Nov 06, 2025

Ellen is great! Super sweet and calm

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Kayla S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Oct 13, 2025

Ellen is amazing and our dog loves her!! She’s an awesome communicator and we are so thankful to have found someone we trust to take care of our dog.

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Kayla S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Sep 07, 2025

Ellen is amazing and we are so thankful for how well she cares for our dog. She is amazing with communication and our dog absolutely loves her!! Thanks for everything Ellen!

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Kelly T.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Aug 08, 2025

Ellen is the best. Super communication, loves on my babies. Often ready last minute. She’s a real treasure.

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I currently work full time and offer drop in visits (and walks!) during lunch hours 12-1 and after 5 pm. On the weekends I am able to spend more time with your pets.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Ellen can host up to 2 drop-ins per day
It’s important for me to know ahead of time about any of your dogs quirks so I can be prepared! Please include any relevant medical history or behaviors you would like me to know. The more information the better!
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.