Ellie H.
Ellie H.
Highlights
Pet care experience
Big dogs & elderly dogs welcome :)
Hi there! I’m a lifelong animal lover who has always shared my home with at least one dog. Caring for pets has been second nature to me since childhood, and I truly enjoy getting to know each animal’s unique personality. From 2019–2022, I worked seasonally at a dog daycare/boarding/grooming facility, where I cared for dogs of all sizes and ages with a wide range of needs. My experience includes supervising group play with up to 15 dogs, maintaining clean and safe play areas, and providing attentive, individualized care. Lately, I have enjoyed spending time walking dogs (off Rover) and volunteering at the various Humane Societies. Communication is crucial, especially when it comes to your furry family member, so I enjoy keeping pet parents updated with photos, messages, and honest check-ins to build trust and peace of mind while you’re away. I’m endlessly curious and love learning more about animals, and I’ll treat your pet like one of my own, keeping them safe, happy, and loved every step of the way!
Qualifications
Safety, trust & environment
Since I am unable to have a pet in my apartment (though I desperately want one), I look forward to spending time with yours as if they were my own. I will treat you, your home, and your fur baby with respect and compassion.
Ratings and reviews
Ellie was fantastic - very communicative, reliable, and attentive throughout the stay. She took excellent care of my dog, who has been dealing with some health issues, and gave me real peace of mind while I was away. I would absolutely recommend Ellie to anyone looking for a dependable pet or house sitter.
Ellie was amazing with my dog! She gave me great updates and made me feel very comfortable while I was away from my dog!
Great communication!! Cannot thank her enough for walking my pup on short and providing us peace of mind throughout the walk. Will definitely book again!
Ellie is so sweet and took great care of my girl! She sent several pictures and made sure she had everything she needed. Ellie also sent frequent reports and asked great questions about my dog’s personality and temperament. Great sitter/walker!
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Schedule
I am currently employed full-time at a nonprofit association in DC, but I work from home on Monday's and Friday's. This allows those days to be more flexible. I would love to have a furry companion on my walks after work or during my lunch break on M/F.
- 16 to 40 lbs41 to 100 lbsover 101 lbsEllie can host up to 1 walk per day
- Over the years, I have learned that I am best prepared if I know a bit about your dog before we meet. In 2021, my family adopted a shelter puppy and since then, we have learned so much about dog psychology: how genetics and hormones play a massive role in behavior, strategies for encouraging non-treat-motivated dogs, and the value of having to work hard to gain their trust. Dogs are complex little creatures so understanding their quirks, what motivates them, what may trigger them, etc helps ensure that your pet and I have the best time together! :) I grew up with medium to big dogs and have cared for them from puppyhood through their golden years so big dogs and senior dogs have a special place in my heart.