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Kelsi E.

5.0 out of 5 stars
8 repeat clients
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Kelsi E.

5.0 out of 5 stars
8 repeat clients
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Columbia, MO

Highlights

Enhanced background check
29 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Experienced & Passionate Dog Lover

Growing up on a 2,500-acre farm, I’ve spent my entire life caring for animals—but dogs have always held a special place in my heart. I’ve never known life without one! I was raised with Golden Retrievers, Labradors, English Bulldogs, Yorkies, and Weimaraners and have experience caring for many other breeds, including German Shepherds, Great Pyrenees, Yorkies, Corgis, Great Danes, and Border Collies. As a certified dog trainer, I understand that every dog has a unique personality, routine, and set of needs. I treat every dog in my care like one of my own, providing plenty of love, attention, structure, playtime, and individualized care. Your dog’s comfort, happiness, and safety will always be my top priorities. I look forward to meeting you and welcoming your dog into my home as part of the family!

Qualifications

8 repeat pet parents
84% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
29 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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19 ratings
Dog Walking • Jun 24, 2026

Kelsi E. cancelled a booking 3 days before it was scheduled to begin.

Tracy M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Apr 25, 2026

Kelsi is great…dependable, friendly and good with the fur baby.

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Nic M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Mar 19, 2026

Always feel comfortable leaving our dog with her.

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Michael S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Mar 16, 2026

Kelsi was fantastic about communicating and making good decisions about the weather and walking Mo. Thank you! I highly recommend her!

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Liz C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Mar 10, 2026

Kelsi has been the perfect dog walker for my pup! I know my dog enjoys getting outside with Kelsi - on my busy days, she is a lifesaver. Kelsi has always been very communicative and responsive, as well. Highly recommend her if you are looking for genuine care for your pet.

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Tracy M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Feb 27, 2026

Kelsi is awesome…always punctual, communicative and just a joy to partner with. And Finn loves her!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I’m self-employed and work from home full-time, which allows me to be present with the dogs throughout the day. I’m available to provide frequent potty breaks, supervised playtime, enrichment, and plenty of individual attention. Because my schedule is flexible, I can also follow your dog’s normal feeding, medication, exercise, and rest routine as closely as possible.

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 0-2 hours

Safety, trust & environment

Safety, structure, and comfort are my top priorities. I have a fully fenced yard for supervised outdoor play and a climate-controlled indoor dog space with heating, air conditioning, and padded flooring for hot, cold, or rainy days. Dogs are carefully introduced, monitored during play, fed separately, and given scheduled breaks to prevent overstimulation. Overnight, each visiting dog sleeps safely in their own crate. I always follow the owner’s instructions and tailor care to each dog’s individual personality and needs. I am also certified by the American Red Cross in Pet First Aid & CPR.

Pets

A typical day

A typical day includes frequent potty breaks, supervised playtime in the fenced yard, enrichment activities, and plenty of time to relax. Dogs also receive structured rest throughout the day so they don’t become overstimulated. My goal is to provide a fun, balanced day while keeping your dog as close to their normal routine as possible.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Kelsi can host up to 3 pets per night
There is no such thing as too much information when it comes to caring for your dog! Before their stay, I would like to know about their daily routine, feeding schedule, medications, energy level, crate habits, and personality. Please also share any allergies, fears, triggers, resource guarding, separation anxiety, escape tendencies, or history of aggression. Because I have three resident dogs, all boarding dogs must be dog-friendly, fully vaccinated, and comfortable sleeping in a crate. The more I know beforehand, the better I can help your dog feel safe and at home.
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.