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Ellen S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
7 repeat clients
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Ellen S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
7 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $25 per visit

Highlights

Enhanced background check
7 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

animal lover w/ lots of experience!

I’m knowledgeable in breed-specific needs and maintain consistency to keep them mentally and physically happy! I have previously taken dog behavior courses and am familiar with dog body language. I have worked with dogs of all sizes and ages! No dog is “too much!” I am comfortable with administering medications and providing grooming for long haired/high maintenance breeds. I have worked with puppies all the way up to senior dogs so I am comfortable handling all ages.

Cat care experience

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The Purrrrfect Sitter

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

Qualifications

7 repeat pet parents
68% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
7 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

I am comfortable crating your pet if requested but they are also more than welcome to share a bed with me if they are used to sleeping with you! If you have an unfenced yard, I will keep them on leash at all times. If you have a fenced yard, I will stay out and monitor them until they are ready to come inside. Doors will be locked at all times whether I am in the home with your pet or if I’m at work. If you have any home-alarm systems, I will use them as well.

Ratings and reviews

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24 ratings
M J.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jun 07, 2026

Always a great job

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M J.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jun 07, 2026

Ellen watched my boys all day and helped one of them that had a belly ache by going and getting some pumpkin for him.

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Lacey P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • May 27, 2026

Ellen did a wonderful job caring for our dog and 2 cats while we away for a long weekend. She gave multiple pets medications and sent us daily updates on our fur babies. She is awesome I highly recommend her!

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House Sitting • May 09, 2026

Ellen S. cancelled a booking after the stay began.

Rei G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Feb 15, 2026

Ellen is wonderful!

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M J.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Feb 08, 2026

My dogs were very happy and healthy when I returned home. The house was good and Ellen went by my routine list I left for her.

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I have a full-time job but am more than happy to fit time in to take care of your lovely fur baby. My typical shift is 8:00-4:30pm M-F. I have open availability on weekends to provide housesitting! If you are looking for constant care (pet cannot be left alone for 4 hours or more), I am happy to provide that however, I do charge a constant care rate if during the work week as I will need to take those days off and I will need to recoup lost salary. For constant care pets, I do require at least a month’s notice ahead of time so I can get that time off to accommodate. I will never take a sit if my work schedule cannot accommodate it—your pet’s care and safety is extremely important to me. I will work with you to decide if I am the right fit for your pet’s needs and routine. Nothing is worse than upsetting your pet’s routine and comfortability! I now offer drop-visits as well! This is great for people who might need someone to check in your fur baby a couple times a day but does not need around-the-clock needs. I am happy to drop in before work (8am) and can drop by after work! If you’re someone who works longer shifts, this is perfect for you!

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
A small note of their general routine is extremely helpful! Knowing what time they typically like to potty, eat and go to bed is great to keep their schedule maintained. If there are any medical needs, never hesitate to let me know! When I’m with your animals, they are treated like my own with love and care. I am happy to accommodate their needs.
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.