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Erica S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
191 repeat clients
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Erica S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
191 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $40 per night

Highlights

Basic background check
20 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication
Special needs experience

Pet care experience

Wags While You're Away!

*NOTE* MAKE SURE YOU ARE BOOKING WITH THE CORRECT "ERICA S." There are two of us sitters that show up with the same name in the area since Rover refuses to add our full last name on the platform. There has been a lot of confusion and accidental bookings with the wrong sitter. Also due to Rover's decision to significantly increase sitter fees on 8/1/25, I was left with no choice but to raise all my service rates, which had remained the same for many years. I pride myself on providing affordable rates and exceptional care. I apologize for any inconvenience Rover's fee increase causes you. Hi- I'm Erica Schisler! I'm a huge animal lover. I have been dog sitting for over 16 years and have owned pets for over 20 years. I have three small dogs of my own. I love volunteering and fostering dogs for local animal rescues. I currently work from home. I live in a house with a fully fenced backyard, on a dog friendly block about 3 minutes off Highway 55 at the Reavis Barrack exit. Dogs with low to moderate every levels do best in my home with my dogs. Your dog will feel comfortable and at ease in my house which includes a completely fenced-in spacious backyard. Your pup will never be left unattended outside since I am always outside with the dogs. My yard will be used for potty breaks and for playing fetch, etc. I let the dogs out 4 to 6 times a day for potty breaks. I also have a several wireless camera that allow me to keep an eye on the dogs when I have to leave home. I don’t charge extra for treats, bedtime snacks, peanut butter stuffed Kongs, one-on-one play time, cuddles, or belly rubs! I’ll treat your pup just like she’s/he’s is one of my own! I have extra food/water bowls, blankets, toys, etc. for your pup to use. I do ask that you bring your dog’s food, a non-retractable leash, a collar with ID tag, any medications, and a crate- if your dog uses one. I also encourage you to write out a detailed summary of your dog’s typical schedule, along with feeding instructions, for me to follow. I am able to watch dogs with special needs. Dogs with moderate to low energy levels do best in my home. Your dog must be dog/bird friendly, spayed/neutered, up to date on vaccinations, as well as free from fleas/parasites and contagious diseases (i.e. kennel cough or worms). I am flexible with Pick-up and Drop-off times. In general I do not allow pick-ups or drop-offs before 7:00am or after 9:00pm unless you coordinate with me in advance. I am comfortable caring for dogs with medical issues (require medication, blind, deaf, etc.) as well as behavior issues (food aggression, separation anxiety, general anxiety, etc.). Unfortunately I am unable to accommodate any dog with any contagious illnesses/conditions- such as canine flu, kennel cough, fleas, etc. I am Pet CPR certified by PetTech. In case of emergency I can drive your dog to the vet. If you’d like to book a reservation with me I encourage you to set up a meet & greet with me and my pets! I look forward to meeting you and your pup! Feel free to reach out to me if you have any questions.

Qualifications

191 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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437 ratings
Kristina W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 14, 2026

We have been using Erica for a few years now to watch our dog, Margie. We last left Margie with Erica for 2 weeks with an injured leg and Erica was able to manage our dog, her injury, and administer her meds, and by the time we got back, Margie wasn't limping any more! Thank you for taking such good care of Margie! Kristina

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AnnaMarie P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • May 26, 2026

Toby really enjoyed his time with her! She provided updates and you could tell how happy he was.

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David M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • May 19, 2026

Thank you so much for watching Henry. I know he was in good hands with you.

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Mizrrain N.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • May 18, 2026

This is the second time we leave our little dog with Erica for at least a week. She is great with our dog and the other dogs she takes care of. She is very good at reading a dog's personality and adjusts accordingly. Every time we leave our dog, he gets a little sad and anxious and Erica does a great job at comforting him and making him feel welcomed. So much so that when we pick him up, he's very happy and excited like he's at his second home. She's great at sending updates and being flexible when we have unexpected travel issues. Thanks, Erica, for being so great at what you do!

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Laura C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • May 14, 2026

Erica did a wonderful job easing us of taking care of our princess Coco. She had a wonderful set up to keep the dog safe as she would introduce new dogs, and allowed Coco to partake in her favorite activity looking out the window. Throughout Coco stay we got a number of updates including photos and videos. Highly recommend.

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Tim S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • May 10, 2026

Erica is amazing! Love the photo updates!

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Schedule

I work from home (as I run my two businesses- dog sitting & my Etsy Shop- Shadows Aglow) and I am able to give your pup the time and attention he/she needs to be happy and comfortable!

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 3 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I have a fenced in spacious backyard for pups to play around and potty in. I don't leave them outside unattended. You pup can sleep with me in bed, if you allow. I also have a couple extra small crates if your pup needs a crate to sleep in. Pups also get several 4-6 potty breaks outside a day.

Pets

A typical day

Your pup will get lots of play time and attention from me. If your dog wants to play- we will play but if they want to be lazy that's fine too!

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Erica can host up to 2 pets per night
Please let me know- 1. if your dog has any quirks- for example- "likes to eat socks" or "barks at shadows" 2. if your dog is on any medicines 3. has any medical conditions 4. has any special needs- for example "needs bladder expressed 3 times a day" 5. is allergic to anything 6. any other restrictions/preferences
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.