Erika M.
Leesville, SC
I love and treat as I do my own!!
Pet care experience
Meet Erika Mars, a lifelong lover of animals and a dedicated caretaker, who has successfully merged her two passions in life - providing care and cherishing animals - into a compassionate and professional pet care service. Erika has over two decades of experience in providing care to those in need. For 23 years, she devoted herself to taking care of her terminally ill husband until his passing. This experience, though challenging, honed her skills in patience, dedication, and the ability to handle any situation with grace and composure. In the wake of her loss, Erika found solace and purpose in the company of animals. Having grown up in a family that bred, raised, and showed boxers, Erika has a rich history of taking care of dogs throughout her life. She has been a part of the exciting journey of seeing puppies grow, having fun with them, and understanding their unique personalities. Erika is not just an avid pet lover; she's a trusted friend in the community. Many of her friends entrust their pets only to her, confident in her abilities to administer medication, provide pet first aid, and ensure their fur-babies are loved, snuggled, and cared for. Yes, she is certified in Pet CPR and first aid, a testament to her commitment to the health and safety of all animals she takes under her wing. Erika's compassionate nature also extends to rescued animals. Throughout her life, she has provided safe and loving homes for numerous dogs in need, demonstrating her unwavering dedication to animal welfare. Experience the difference that a pet caregiver with a huge heart can make. Erika Mars is more than just a pet sitter; she's a compassionate friend, an experienced caretaker, and a dependable partner for your pet. Let her take care of your fur-baby and rest assured knowing that they are in the most loving, competent hands.
Reviews
Kirk loves Erika! She was amazing with my boy, and I look forward to using her for my future sitting needs.
Erika was great! My little pups are skittish around people, as they were abandoned and aren't used to being touched and handled by humans. Erika jumped right in with them and loved on them. They seemed to take to her well. She has a friendly demeanor, and it is clear that she loves animals and is absolutely doing what she was meant to do by working with them. I strongly recommend her, and will certainly use her again!
I don’t have enough good things to say about Erika. This was the first time we have boarded our dog, especially in someone’s home with other dogs. We did a meet and greet and Erika slowly introduced Abby to each dog in her care at Abby’s pace. On the day of drop off Abby had significant anxiety about us leaving. Erika assured us that Abby would be okay and that it was just because she knew change was coming. After a rough few hours and sheer determination on Erika’s part we received updates and pictures showing that she had settled in and was living her best life. We received daily pictures and updates and Erika didn’t hesitate to answer the many texts she got from a worried pup mama. Abby got daily walks, plenty of playtime and rest time as well. We will continue to chose Erika for the care of our dogs when we are away.
This My first time using this app i highly recommend Erika she took great care of Nova she Sent picture update throughout the days and communicate very well!!!
About Erika M.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I live on 10 acres of land that has about a 50x50 fenced in yard for the dogs to run and play. I also have lots of space to walk and play with them. I live on a dirt road with very little traffic, so your babies are safe and will have lots of room and fun!!! When your babies are in the house, they are able to do just as you let them do at home. I do separate everyone when they are eating (that way there is no one eating someone else's food. Everyone comes in and sleeps at night. I also have an ADT system on my home so if I am out they are safely put in the house behind locked doors with an alarm system on. When they are outside, I have a camera on the fenced where the pups can be watched from my phone.
Home
Information Erika M. would like to know about your pet
I feel it is important for the family to give me all the information I need to best help their babies. From meds, how they react to other dogs or children, how they react to thunderstorms and really just anything they think will help me as their walker/sitter.
A typical day
I love playing and having fun with your fur-babies walking, chasing balls, running and playing chase and many other games. They are all like family to me, so I let them take the lead on which way they want their day to go. By the end of our time, they are loving and kissing all over me.
Services
Erika can host
Erika can watch in your home
Availability
I'm currently working from home, so I will have plenty of time to play with babies and give them all the love they need. I am available weekdays, weekends, evenings and Holidays.
About Erika M.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I live on 10 acres of land that has about a 50x50 fenced in yard for the dogs to run and play. I also have lots of space to walk and play with them. I live on a dirt road with very little traffic, so your babies are safe and will have lots of room and fun!!! When your babies are in the house, they are able to do just as you let them do at home. I do separate everyone when they are eating (that way there is no one eating someone else's food. Everyone comes in and sleeps at night. I also have an ADT system on my home so if I am out they are safely put in the house behind locked doors with an alarm system on. When they are outside, I have a camera on the fenced where the pups can be watched from my phone.
Home
Information Erika M. would like to know about your pet
I feel it is important for the family to give me all the information I need to best help their babies. From meds, how they react to other dogs or children, how they react to thunderstorms and really just anything they think will help me as their walker/sitter.
A typical day
I love playing and having fun with your fur-babies walking, chasing balls, running and playing chase and many other games. They are all like family to me, so I let them take the lead on which way they want their day to go. By the end of our time, they are loving and kissing all over me.
Location
Leesville, SC
Pets
Erika M.
Leesville, SC