Hello! I'm Eli.
Pronounced (EE-lie)
From a young age, I found a lot of comfort in creative expression. Making art was (and still is) a meaningful part of my life. Over the years, I experimented with different mediums, took countless classes, and slowly developed an art style that felt like my own. Through every shift in technique, one subject remained at the heart of my work: dogs. From doodles on my homework to carefully rendered elements of a final piece, dogs were a recurring theme in my creative expression.
What began as a familiar, comforting subject in my art quietly grew into another deep passion of mine. I became deeply curious about canine behavior, breed histories, and the long, fascinating bond between dogs and people. The more I learned, the more connected I felt. ​​
That growing curiosity eventually led me here—turning my lifelong love for animals into a career rooted in care, empathy, and real-world impact. Starting a pet care business has been one of the most meaningful steps I’ve taken. It gives me the chance to support animals in a tangible way, while also being a steady, trustworthy presence in their lives. While dogs first sparked this journey, my heart is just as invested in caring for cats and other beloved companions—each with their own needs, quirks, and routines. I’m genuinely honored to do this work—and so grateful for every opportunity to make a difference, one visit at a time.
The Soft Paw's Mission
At The Soft Paw, my mission is to provide gentle, personalized care that honors the unique needs of every pet and their person. I deeply value one-on-one connections with each of my clients and their animals. To me, pet care is about more than just meeting basic needs—it’s about building trust, creating a bond, and offering thoughtful service that goes beyond the surface level.
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​​The Soft Paw’s approach is rooted in the belief that every animal deserves educated, personalized, and fear-free care while their favorite people are away—because pets are family.
What to expect
Apply
To get started, simply fill out the client intake form. I’ll follow up via. email within 48 hours to confirm your requested meet & greet date and next steps. You’ll also receive an email invitation to create your pet parent account through Time To Pet, where you’ll be able to share details about you and your pet before the meet and greet.
Consultation
We’ll have an in-person new client consultation at your home so I can get to know you and your pets in an environment familiar to them. I’ll come prepared with a few questions, printed policies, and plenty of time to connect. If we both feel it’s a good fit, we’ll move forward with creating a care plan and booking services.
Begin Services
Once you're registered as a client, you'll have full access to The Soft Paw's pet parent portal. From there, you can schedule visits, review detailed visit reports, make secure payments, and update your pet’s information anytime. The portal also makes communication easy—so if you ever have a question or note to share, I'm just a message away.