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Ellen S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
47 repeat clients
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Ellen S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
47 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $65 per night

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.

Highlights

Ellen has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
50 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication

Pet care experience

"PAWS"-ITIVELY PASSIONATE PET PAD

I have fostered many dogs, adopted even more, and truly cherish every minute. I also do transport for dog rescue. My job is to help make your life easier. My home is dog friendly, i.e., dogs are allowed on the couches and chairs. 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.

Qualifications

47 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
50 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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223 ratings
NJP824
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • jul. 24, 2026

Ellen is the best. Communicative, consistent, thorough, and even gives my kitty her insulin shots! I know my baby is taken care of so I don't ever worry Abt her when I'm away. She has gained both my and my kitty's trust!

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Laura S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • jul. 23, 2026

We scheduled Ellen to come and walk our 2 pups a few times a day for 2 days while we were out of town. We were flying back the morning of the 3rd day so we didn't request her services that day. Early morning of the 3rd day we received notice that our flight was canceled and it was rebooked to the afternoon and due to layovers we wouldn't be home until the afternoon. I sent a message to Ellen asking if she could walk the pups again due to our flight issues. Ellen was quick to respond and more than willing to help us out. I will be recommending her to everyone I know.

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Laura S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • jul. 23, 2026

We went out of town and had someone to watch our 2 dogs at night but didn't have any to take them out during the day. Ellen did pop ins while we were gone to make sure the dogs had a chance to use the restroom. Ellen was very flexible with the time we asked for. Ellen shared a lot of pictures and did things I didn't even think to ask for like making sure their water bowl was filled before she left. She is amazing!

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Emily J.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • jul. 01, 2026

Ellen watched all 3 animals when we traveled out of town and they were so happy and spoiled. She did an excellent job communicating with us every day and kept them on their usual schedule with walks and a lot of attention. The dog was possibly more spoiled than when we are home. We returned to a happy gang of pets.

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Zach G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • jun. 20, 2026

Shared a lot of pictures and communicative as always. We always appreciate you dropping in!!

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Nichole C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • jun. 05, 2026

As always super reliable and flexible!

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Schedule

Helping others to care for their pets like I do my own is my purpose and my passion. My days are scheduled according to what my clients need...

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

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)

Pets

A typical day

Doggies will have so much fun here! As many walks as they want, all the time is play time with my dogs 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!

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only
Takes only 1 client at a time
Ellen can host up to 1 pet per night
- 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)
These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.

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.

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.