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Ellen R.

Star Sitter

Johns Island, SC

5.0 out of 5 stars
21 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

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.

Available
Not available
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House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Ellen R.

Communication

6 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

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.

Information Ellen R. would like to know about your pet

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!

A typical day

One of my favorite ways to enrich dogs is to take them on a long, rambling sniff walk. I’ve heard before that sniffing is like reading the newspaper for them, so I like to incorporate lots of “newspaper reading” into our schedule. Other fun activities I include are playing with toys and working on commands they know (sit, shake, spin, etc). Dogs are happiest when they get physical and mental exercise!

Location

Johns Island, SC

Ellen R.'s Neighborhood

Ellen R. has Star Sitter status

The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.

I’ll treat them like my own!

Pet care experience

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.

Reviews

Jessi G.
Dog Walking • Jun 28, 2026
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Ellen is great with our two big dogs! They love her and look forward to walks with her! Highly recommend!

Samantha W.
Drop-In Visits • Apr 17, 2026
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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.

Erin L.
House Sitting • Apr 13, 2026
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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!!

Kelly T.
Drop-In Visits • Nov 06, 2025
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Ellen is great! Super sweet and calm

About Ellen R.

Communication

6 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

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.

Information Ellen R. would like to know about your pet

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!

A typical day

One of my favorite ways to enrich dogs is to take them on a long, rambling sniff walk. I’ve heard before that sniffing is like reading the newspaper for them, so I like to incorporate lots of “newspaper reading” into our schedule. Other fun activities I include are playing with toys and working on commands they know (sit, shake, spin, etc). Dogs are happiest when they get physical and mental exercise!

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Ellen R.

Star Sitter

Johns Island, SC

5.0 out of 5 stars
21 reviews