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Erika S.

Connellsville, PA

5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
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Services

Erika can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Unspayed females accepted, neutered males only
Takes only 1 client at a time

Erika can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

I have been working with animals for 15 years and have a load of experience handling all sorts! Having worked at Waynesburg animal hospital, PVSEC emergency unit in Pittsburgh, Nemacolin woodlands with the wildlife academy and Pittsburgh zoo in the educational department. I have unwavering confidence in caring for your pet! Catering to their needs, and yours too!

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Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About Erika S.

Communication

4 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

15 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Cat skills

Oral medication administration
Injectable medication administration

Safety, trust & environment

For owners interested in overnight stays or doggy drop off! A tour of my living spaces, accommodations I provide and cages are provided upon request.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, 2 cats
Children 0-5 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Erika S. would like to know about your pet

Dogs temperament and food manners would be some of the important things I would need to know before allowing your pet to stay with me, just so I know how to handle feeding times and distance. Is your dog a jumper? A puller? A spotter? Can I trust off leash walks or are we strictly on leash types? Can I pet certain parts of the body or is there off limit areas? Anything little quirk you could think of would be appreciated to know, not to deter me but to better equip me with the correct knowledge on how to better care for your pet.

A typical day

Depending on the exercise requirements of your animal and how much activity they require the time could be discussed. For easy/moderate walks the bike trail is directly behind my home at the local park 5 miles away which houses a wonderful flat walking path! The trails runs with the river, swim time is always encouraged. DOGGIE HIKING!! More advanced pups can and will be welcome to taking a list of different hike choices in the Laurel Highlands with me! Local unpopulated trails make for a great exercising session, for all parties involved!

Location

Connellsville, PA

Erika S.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Pawsitively passionate

Pet care experience

Hello and welcome! My name is Erika. I have a 3 year old who loves dogs and has wonderful dog manners. I am a SAHM and looking to get my dog fix! I love loving on and catering to your animal(s)! Long walks and vigorous play time are a critical role in my canine care routine. As always I pride myself in having the utmost respect of your already set routine with your loved one, and try to make the time spent with your animal flawless!

Cat care experience

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Pawsitively passionate!

Erika also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Reviews

Drop-In Visits • sep. 30, 2025

Erika S. cancelled a booking 3 days before it was scheduled to begin.

Ceane G.
Drop-In Visits • sep. 11, 2025
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Erika was amazing!! Thanks so much for everything!

Dara R.
Doggy Day Care • ago. 14, 2025
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Erika and her beautiful family were so loving and patient with our shy guy!

Karl M.
Doggy Day Care • jul. 25, 2025
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Erika was fantastic, and my puppy had a great time!

About Erika S.

Communication

4 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

15 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Cat skills

Oral medication administration
Injectable medication administration

Safety, trust & environment

For owners interested in overnight stays or doggy drop off! A tour of my living spaces, accommodations I provide and cages are provided upon request.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, 2 cats
Children 0-5 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Erika S. would like to know about your pet

Dogs temperament and food manners would be some of the important things I would need to know before allowing your pet to stay with me, just so I know how to handle feeding times and distance. Is your dog a jumper? A puller? A spotter? Can I trust off leash walks or are we strictly on leash types? Can I pet certain parts of the body or is there off limit areas? Anything little quirk you could think of would be appreciated to know, not to deter me but to better equip me with the correct knowledge on how to better care for your pet.

A typical day

Depending on the exercise requirements of your animal and how much activity they require the time could be discussed. For easy/moderate walks the bike trail is directly behind my home at the local park 5 miles away which houses a wonderful flat walking path! The trails runs with the river, swim time is always encouraged. DOGGIE HIKING!! More advanced pups can and will be welcome to taking a list of different hike choices in the Laurel Highlands with me! Local unpopulated trails make for a great exercising session, for all parties involved!

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Erika S.

Connellsville, PA

5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews