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Elyssa D.

5.0 out of 5 stars
22 repeat clients
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Elyssa D.

5.0 out of 5 stars
22 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $40 per visit

Highlights

Elyssa has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
20 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

I’ll love your pet like my own

I grew up with my family breeding Dachshunds. So it’s safe to say I’ve been around dogs all my life. My first job was at an animal hospital. I’ve got 4 years of work experience in a clinical setting working with all types of animals. Now I’ve been in human healthcare for 20+ years. I’m comfortable with all breeds and ages of animals. I have experience with giving medications and senior care. My own dog passed away a year ago now, he was 13. He is the reason I do this. I have so much love to give but I am just not ready to get another dog of my own. I do have two cats so I would consider myself well versed in the specific needs of cats. I am just really excited to meet new fur friends and their families. I’m very trustworthy and will treat your pet like my own while in my care.

Qualifications

22 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

I have done several pet setting jobs where I stay at your home. It’s important to me to keep your pet comfortable and on their own routine.

Ratings and reviews

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55 ratings
Nancy H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • mai 05, 2026

Elyssa was wonderful! I received daily pictures and updates as to how my animals were doing. And I appreciated both. It made my vacation much more relaxing, not to have to worry about my babies while I was gone. I would highly recommend Elyssa and I will be using her again.

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Summer S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • avr. 23, 2026

Elyssa watched Triton for 8 nights while we were out of the state on vacation. She is incredibly kind and thoughtful towards us and our dog. We would get daily updates with photos and she was always super prompt to respond whenever I would message her. She went above and beyond to make sure that Triton got in all of his cuddles and was feeling relaxed while we were away. Knowing that Triton was in great hands really made us not stress about him at all while we were away! So grateful for her!

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Erik P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • avr. 05, 2026

Alyssa took wonderful care of our cat. Took time to feed her, play with her, and give her company and TLC to keep her daily routine going while we were out of town.

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Eileen Z.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • mars 30, 2026

Elyssa was fantastic with our elderly dogs. She was very sweet and gentle. I felt confident that my dogs were in good hands.

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Emily H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • mars 22, 2026

Elyssa did a great job! She communicated well and my fur babies were happy and healthy when I returned.

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Ben C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • févr. 17, 2026

Elyssa was so patient and caring with our pup. We have had a bad experience before and we were hesitant to use Rover again, but she really changed our mind. She was willing to come by two times prior to us leaving for meet and greets and kept us updated the whole time we were gone. I felt completely at ease leaving Juniper with her!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I work full time 7:00- 4:30 Monday - Thursday and 7- Noon on Friday. I can walk your dog in the morning or the evening. I can also stay at your house if the pet would be more comfortable with that. I’m flexible and can work with your schedule!

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Elyssa can host up to 3 drop-ins per day
Let me know if your pet has special needs like medication or any other accommodations that may be needed. I’m well versed in taking care of older pets.
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.