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Ely R.

4.9 out of 5 stars
50 repeat clients
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Ely R.

4.9 out of 5 stars
50 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

50 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds in under half 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
138 ratings
Stephanie G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 24, 2026

I had trusted my babies with Alexis last weekend. I couldn’t be more happy with her service. She kept in touch by sending videos, pictures and kept me informed on what my babies are doing. Will definitely book again. 🤗🤗

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Hanna S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 24, 2026

Alexa and Ely took excellent care of my dog Oreo. He can be very nervous when meeting new people but they made him feel comfortable right away. You can tell they really care about the animals they watch and treat them like their own. Oreo also loved playing with their dog Kara! We will definitely be going back to them for pet sitting.

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McKenzie R.
4.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 13, 2026

Ely was great with Riggs! She sent several photos and videos, she seemed so good to him! However, most of the photos were inside and him laying down, it did make me wonder if he was getting walks and outside time. There was a language barrier which made it a little hard to communicate at pickup and drop off. All in all, I felt Riggs was taken care of!

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Kae’Maya t.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 02, 2026

Toby and Karter loved it here! They warmed up really quickly and I was blessed with pictures and videos everyday. I will definitely book again

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Brian F.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 19, 2026

Holly is always so well taken care of here, thank you so much!

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ANN b.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 19, 2026

Ely takes such great care of my fur babies. I never have to worry when Ely watches them. I really appreciate all the pictures and updates. Thanks 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.