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Ellen S.

Star Sitter

Norfolk, VA

5 out of 5.0 stars
183 reviews
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Ellen S. 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.

"PAWS"-ITIVELY PASSIONATE PET PAD

Pet care experience

I have fostered many dogs, adopted even more, and truly cherish every minute. I also do transport for dog rescue. My home is dog friendly, i.e., dogs are allowed on the couches, chairs, and bed. I also have a large fenced-in backyard for frequent potty breaks, running around, chasing balls, or just hanging out together with me. Dogs will be supervised at all times along with all the unconditional love that I can return to them in kind. I would love to have a houseful of my own, but until then I want to help anyone who needs someone to care for their dog(s) or cat(s). Please let us welcome you and all the family, four-legged or otherwise, for a meet and greet in our home. **For WALKS & DROP-IN visits with NEW clients, a meet & greet is PREFERRED prior to booking.**

Cat care experience

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Confirmed Cat Care Extraordinaire

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

Reviews

Satchel & Julia S.
Drop-In Visits • Jul 20, 2025
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Ellen is fantastic and sent so many wonderful pictures of our pets. She communicated very well, always sending us updates of what our dogs and cat were doing. The dogs loved her from day 1 and Ellen was so sweet to them.

Jennifer T.
Drop-In Visits • Jul 07, 2025
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Always the best!!

Heather C.
Drop-In Visits • Jul 07, 2025
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Ellen is amazing! Even my shy cat loved her.

Vincenta G.
Drop-In Visits • Jun 05, 2025
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Zelda is very meek but ran to the door to greet Ellen when she came to drop off the key. Ellen was very good with her and took her for walks which she enjoyed. She is now running to where I keep the leash and looks at me..guess I will have to start walking her. Ellen send me several pictures (which the family enjoyed) and was great about informing me of her and Zelda's adventures. I gave Ellen a cash tip and told her I would be using her again!!!

About Ellen S.

Communication

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

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I am trustworthy, dependable, reliable, and flexible. I have a large house and yard. We can’t wait to meet you. ALL BOARDERS MUST: --Provide up-to-date copies of vet records to include: 1. Shots MUST be up to date prior to boarding. 2. Dogs MUST be on monthly flea/tick and heart worm prevention. (PLEASE provide these prior to any scheduled stays)

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Ellen S. would like to know about your pet

- I welcome all breeds of dogs…big or small, gentle giants or little cuddlers and everything in between. - A great match during the meet & greet with me & my husband, Stella and George is a must. Please complete care instructions, veterinary information, and any special needs information prior so we can provide the best care for your pet. **~~DROP IN VISITS FOR CATS/KITTENS & DOGS/PUPPIES - I take same-day bookings for repeat clients AND meet & greet for new clients available to schedule that day also. (I am very flexible, so don’t hesitate to reach out about any kind of requests)

A typical day

Doggies will have so much fun here! As many walks as they want, all the time is play time with my dog and all the toys. Does your dog have a favorite activity? Let me know and we can make it happen...a lot! Let’s do a day of doggy daycare as an overnight trial run! **CAT & DOG DROP IN VISITS fit seamlessly into my schedule as a way to meet more precious pets!

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$55per night
House Sitting
in your home
$99per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$25per visit
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
$50per day
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$25per walk

Ellen can host

Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only
Takes only 1 client at a time

Ellen can watch in your home

Cats

Availability

I do not work outside the home at this time, which helps me to remain super flexible in my availability and scheduling. Pets are my passion.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Ellen S.

Communication

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

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I am trustworthy, dependable, reliable, and flexible. I have a large house and yard. We can’t wait to meet you. ALL BOARDERS MUST: --Provide up-to-date copies of vet records to include: 1. Shots MUST be up to date prior to boarding. 2. Dogs MUST be on monthly flea/tick and heart worm prevention. (PLEASE provide these prior to any scheduled stays)

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Ellen S. would like to know about your pet

- I welcome all breeds of dogs…big or small, gentle giants or little cuddlers and everything in between. - A great match during the meet & greet with me & my husband, Stella and George is a must. Please complete care instructions, veterinary information, and any special needs information prior so we can provide the best care for your pet. **~~DROP IN VISITS FOR CATS/KITTENS & DOGS/PUPPIES - I take same-day bookings for repeat clients AND meet & greet for new clients available to schedule that day also. (I am very flexible, so don’t hesitate to reach out about any kind of requests)

A typical day

Doggies will have so much fun here! As many walks as they want, all the time is play time with my dog and all the toys. Does your dog have a favorite activity? Let me know and we can make it happen...a lot! Let’s do a day of doggy daycare as an overnight trial run! **CAT & DOG DROP IN VISITS fit seamlessly into my schedule as a way to meet more precious pets!

Location

Norfolk, VA

Ellen S.'s Neighborhood

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Ellen S.

Star Sitter

Norfolk, VA

5 out of 5.0 stars
183 reviews