Ellen W.
Asheville, NC
Services
Ellen can care for
Availability
I'm available for drop-ins and dog walking between 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Also I'm free between 6:00 and 8:00 p.m. I am a fulltime pet care giver.
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About Ellen W.
Safety, trust & environment
At this time, I do not stay overnight with pets in my home or my clients' homes. Instead, I do 30-minute drop-in visits and 30-minute walks in clients' neighborhoods.
Information Ellen W. would like to know about your pet
I like to know how your pet relates to people and other animals. I also prefer to know about any special needs or precautions I need to take in caring for your furry friend. I work with all breeds and sizes of pets.
A typical day
During cat drop-in visits, I feed, water, clean litter pans, play with and cuddle your furry friends. I play with dogs, cuddle, and take them on 30-minute walks in your neighborhood. If you live close to trails, and my schedule allows, I take dogs hiking. I also water plants, take out trash, and do other small tasks.
Location
Asheville, NC
Pets
Loving, dependable care-giver
Pet care experience
I cared for family dogs, cats & horses through childhood & my 20s. Here in Asheville, I've had two dogs (one at a time) for 13 years. I am attuned to safety & health first; then I focus on play/walking to provide fun & exercise for emotional, mental & physical stimulation. In addition to having food, water, shelter & a comfortable temperature, all pets need to feel safe, loved & respected. I am gentle, thorough, attentive, & caring, & I follow all instructions carefully. I have worked with puppies through senior dogs as well as my flighty, 52-lb. 6-yr-old reactive Pit Bull/Cane Corso rescue, whom I walk daily & hike with weekly. I've used the Behavior Adjustment & Doggy Dan training systems with this sweet companion, who had been abused & neglected before I adopted her at 14 months. I have done drop-in visits for friends for 10 yrs. & can give medications orally, in ears & as injections. Before a first service, I do a meet & greet to get to know you & your furry friend & learn about how your canine relates to people, other dogs, cats, squirrels & rabbits. Activiies include playing fetch, tug of war, food puzzles & your pup's favorites.
Cat care experience
Ellen also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Reviews
Ellen and I have been friends and walked our dogs together for many years. She is a real dog person and has a way of relating to dogs as individuals. She really tunes in to them and has a gentle, calm approach as well. She is both dependable and trustworthy. She has also helped out with my cat when I was out of town. I would certainly recommend her for a position with your company.
Ellen has been my neighbor for many years and has frequently provided cat sitting services for my beloved cats. She is patient, meets them on their terms and honors their space. Because of that they have come to trust her and great her with head boops and leg rubs. She is dependable and demonstrates a genuine love for all animals!
Ellen is one of the most conscientious dog owners I’ve ever met. I have worked in the past with she and her dog Evie. She adheres to providing structure, walk times and loves to her dog Evie deeply . I have seen and used her thorough directions that involve carefully curated, meals and walk times, petting time, reinforcement schedules, Evie’s preferences including likes and dislikes. I witnessed her talking directions and praising Evie consistently and disciplining in kind and relaxed manner . I have recently hiked with Evie and can say Evie has been trained well. Ellen is sweet kind, caring responsible and punctual human being and I am honored to give her an excellent reference for caring for your dog without hesitation
Ellen would be a wonderful choice for any of your pet care needs. She is kind, dependable, and a great communicator. She treats her pets as family and I am confident would do the same for yours. Would highly recommend!
About Ellen W.
Safety, trust & environment
At this time, I do not stay overnight with pets in my home or my clients' homes. Instead, I do 30-minute drop-in visits and 30-minute walks in clients' neighborhoods.
Information Ellen W. would like to know about your pet
I like to know how your pet relates to people and other animals. I also prefer to know about any special needs or precautions I need to take in caring for your furry friend. I work with all breeds and sizes of pets.
A typical day
During cat drop-in visits, I feed, water, clean litter pans, play with and cuddle your furry friends. I play with dogs, cuddle, and take them on 30-minute walks in your neighborhood. If you live close to trails, and my schedule allows, I take dogs hiking. I also water plants, take out trash, and do other small tasks.
Ellen W.
Asheville, NC