Ericka O.
Leeds
Services
Ericka can host
Ericka can care for
Availability
I work full‑time during the week from 8–5, but I train early in the mornings, so I’m available for evening walks Monday to Friday. Weekends are when I’m most flexible — from Friday evening onwards I can offer full care, including dog sitting or boarding. I occasionally work from home, and on those weeks I’m happy to take on additional daytime care as long as I have plenty of notice. For the most part, though, weekday evening walks are what I can reliably commit to.
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About Ericka O.
Communication
Dog skills
Safety, trust & environment
We live in a cosy two‑bedroom semi‑detached home with plenty of space, as it’s just my partner and me. Our garden is open rather than fully fenced, but any dog in my care will always be supervised while outside. If your dog is prone to wandering or has a history of trying to escape, just let me know — in those cases I’ll keep them on a lead for bathroom breaks to ensure they’re completely safe. I’m very happy to work around your dog’s individual needs. If there are any specific routines, behaviours, or requirements I should be aware of, please feel free to share them with me. I’ll always do my best to accommodate what your dog is used to and make their time with me as comfortable and enjoyable as possible.
Home
Information Ericka O. would like to know about your pet
I do ask for some notice if your dog has any specific requirements or sensitivities — for example, if they are easily stressed around men or uncomfortable with them. This is important for me to know as I live with my partner, and in those cases we can discuss the location of care to ensure your dog feels completely safe and relaxed. It’s also really helpful to know about any behavioural quirks, such as being prone to indoor toilet accidents or anything else that might require a bit of preparation. This allows me to set up my home and car appropriately so your dog is comfortable and well looked after. None of these things are an issue for me at all — I simply appreciate the heads‑up so I can provide the best possible care for your pup.
A typical day
A dog in my care would start the day with a good walk — the distance and pace considered to your dog’s age, fitness, and needs. I’m lucky to live close to several lovely green spaces, including Meanwood Park, which is perfect for getting them outdoors, moving, and properly exercised. I’m genuinely fascinated by dog behaviour, so I naturally incorporate training and mental stimulation into our time together. This can include practising loose‑lead walking, reinforcing basic cues such as sit, stay, leave it, recall, and encouraging calm behaviour around distractions. I’m not a professional trainer, but I’m confident with positive‑reinforcement methods and love helping dogs stay mentally engaged. Alongside structured training, there will be plenty of play, enrichment activities, and lots of affection and attention. My aim is always to make sure any dog staying with me feels stimulated, safe, and cared for throughout the day.
Location
Leeds, United Kingdom
Lover of dogs and wildlife🍃
Pet care experience
I’ve grown up around dogs and have adored them for as long as I can remember. From a young age I helped care for our family dogs — a German Shepherd, a French Bulldog, and a Maltese — so I’ve experienced a wide range of temperaments, needs, and energy levels. Looking after them, especially through their puppy stages, was a responsibility I genuinely loved. Although my mum has since separated from the person we shared our dogs with, and they now live with him, my love for dogs hasn’t gone anywhere. I’d love to have a dog of my own one day, but as I’m still early in my career and have plans to travel, I know I’m not quite ready to commit fully yet. That’s why dog walking and dog sitting feels like the perfect way to bring dogs back into my life while I plan for the future. I’m an active person who enjoys long walks, running, and training at the gym, so having a dog benefit from that lifestyle would be wonderful. I’ve really missed having a fluffy companion around, and I’d be thrilled to offer care, attention, and plenty of exercise to someone’s dog as I slowly work my way toward owning one again.
Reviews
Erika kept in touch to let me know my little dog was being looked after. She listened to my instructions and my dogs normal routine. 5 star service!
Took great care of our little boy and sent lots of pictures
Our Tibetan Terrier spent the weekend with Ericka while we were away. Ericka was very professional from a great first meet and greet to regular updates during and a debrief at the end. Our dog is a bit nervous but Ericka took everything on with grace. Her love for dogs really shone through the whole time. We will definitely be booking with her again!
Having known Ericka for a few years, it is obvious that one of her passions is animals. She treats pets with care and love, including my dog and cat, when she visits! She would be an asset to the Rover community.
About Ericka O.
Communication
Dog skills
Safety, trust & environment
We live in a cosy two‑bedroom semi‑detached home with plenty of space, as it’s just my partner and me. Our garden is open rather than fully fenced, but any dog in my care will always be supervised while outside. If your dog is prone to wandering or has a history of trying to escape, just let me know — in those cases I’ll keep them on a lead for bathroom breaks to ensure they’re completely safe. I’m very happy to work around your dog’s individual needs. If there are any specific routines, behaviours, or requirements I should be aware of, please feel free to share them with me. I’ll always do my best to accommodate what your dog is used to and make their time with me as comfortable and enjoyable as possible.
Home
Information Ericka O. would like to know about your pet
I do ask for some notice if your dog has any specific requirements or sensitivities — for example, if they are easily stressed around men or uncomfortable with them. This is important for me to know as I live with my partner, and in those cases we can discuss the location of care to ensure your dog feels completely safe and relaxed. It’s also really helpful to know about any behavioural quirks, such as being prone to indoor toilet accidents or anything else that might require a bit of preparation. This allows me to set up my home and car appropriately so your dog is comfortable and well looked after. None of these things are an issue for me at all — I simply appreciate the heads‑up so I can provide the best possible care for your pup.
A typical day
A dog in my care would start the day with a good walk — the distance and pace considered to your dog’s age, fitness, and needs. I’m lucky to live close to several lovely green spaces, including Meanwood Park, which is perfect for getting them outdoors, moving, and properly exercised. I’m genuinely fascinated by dog behaviour, so I naturally incorporate training and mental stimulation into our time together. This can include practising loose‑lead walking, reinforcing basic cues such as sit, stay, leave it, recall, and encouraging calm behaviour around distractions. I’m not a professional trainer, but I’m confident with positive‑reinforcement methods and love helping dogs stay mentally engaged. Alongside structured training, there will be plenty of play, enrichment activities, and lots of affection and attention. My aim is always to make sure any dog staying with me feels stimulated, safe, and cared for throughout the day.
Ericka O.
Leeds