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Ely R.

4.9 out of 5 stars
49 repeat clients
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Ely R.

4.9 out of 5 stars
49 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $36 per night

Highlights

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

Pet care experience

Meet Alexa and Kara 🐾🦴🐶

Hello fellow pet parents! My name is Ely, and I’m here with my amazing wife Alexa and our 2-year-old Siberian husky, Kara, whom I rescued, to share our deep love and commitment to caring for your beloved pets.. Since 2009, I’ve had the joy of building a trusted client list of over 80 happy pet parents who can vouch for my reliability, compassion, and expertise. Kara is not just my companion—she’s a social butterfly who loves playing with other dogs and has an amazing gift for helping them feel safe, calm, and right at home. I have years of hands-on experience caring for dogs of all breeds, cats, and even exotic animals. From energetic puppies to wise senior pets, we’ve provided everything from medication administration to behavioral support for shy or reactive animals. One of my specialties is training and working with aggressive or unsocialized dogs—and Kara plays a therapeutic role in helping them grow in confidence and trust. We have mastered walking groups of dogs—sometimes up to 7 at once!—and we thrive in active, engaging environments where every animal gets individualized care. Your pet’s needs become our top priority, and we’re proud to offer the same love and consistency you provide at home. Thanks to my flexible telework schedule and my husbands steady support, your pets will enjoy frequent walks, constant water refills, and unlimited snuggles. We keep them on their routine, so they feel secure, loved, and happy. Our home is equipped with a fenced-in yard, Dyson air filtration, and plenty of cozy spots—including the couch, if your pets are allowed! When caring for your pets in your home, we take care of lights, mail, packages, and security, treating your home and animals as if they were our own. We can’t wait to welcome your furry family into our circle of care.

Qualifications

49 repeat pet parents
88% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
14 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

4.9
stars
130 ratings
Abigail J.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 12, 2026

Ely and Alexa are truly amazing! It was my husband and I first time using Rover and were so nervous but they truly made us so comfortable and kept us up to date with photos and videos. We were just smiles with the photos and videos sent as our two fur babies were being taken care with such amazing care and love. My husband and I will definetly be requesting for them again!

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Jhan P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 09, 2026

Nyla had an amazing time. Despite the language barrier Ely & i were still able to communicate. I will definitely be using her again in the future. She was great

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Deborah B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 09, 2026

Maverick was taken care very well. I received photos and video daily and he looked so happy and content. Proximity to the beach made this location convenient.

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Amaris F.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 03, 2026

Very kind to my cat Moomoo will probably book again thank you!

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TANYA R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 29, 2026

Had a pleasant experience. I learned Ely speaks mostly Portuguese but there was no issues in communication as she was prepared with translation technology. I was satisfied with the photos/videos sent to me. I know my dogs were safe and happy during the boarding visit.I would trust her again with boarding.

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Claire D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 24, 2026

Ely is an amazing and sweet person who loved my dog and snuggled and gave her so much attention that I don’t think my dog wanted to come home! ☺️ I would highly recommend anyone to trust their pets in her care and plan to bring Tika anytime we go out of town again.

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

We are available every day due to teleworking, your dog will love making new friends and will enjoy a routine filled with frequent walks, never-ending water bowls, and lots of attention. We do our best to keep them in the same routine they have at their home.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Safety, trust & environment

Fenced in yard, Dyson air filters, lots of love and attention, if they are allowed on the couch we love being couch potatoes too! At the clients home, we turn the lights on and off for you, get your mail and packages for you. Lock doors and feed and care for your pets like you never even left.

Pets

A typical day

Kara and I start our typical day with your dog with an early morning walk, taking advantage of the neighborhood's quiet surroundings. Throughout the day, we engage with your pet in various fun activities and lots of baby talk. When it comes to walks, we enjoy taking dogs to a local dog park, allowing them to socialize with other dogs and expend their energy under our watchful eyes. We also enjoy relaxing in the house with lots of petting and tail-wagging. Overall, my goal is to make sure your dog is always happy, physically active, and feels like they are still with you in your home, ensuring that our days are filled with enjoyment and peace.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
Ely can host up to 6 pets per night
Just a couple of simple rules for our lovely get-together: please make sure your pupper is friendly. If you happen to have a feisty furball, don't worry! We can also work on some dog training to help your pooch make some new friends. I've had great results socializing even older dogs, so we're in for a tail-wagging good time! ? Let me know how your pets day usually goes and I will do my best to continue their routine and make them feel as comfortable as they are in your home. Like you never left ❤️
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.