Lakewood neighbor and pet enthusiast Elyse Thogerson has transformed her lifelong passion for animals into a flourishing business with Paws Claws and All Pet Care Services. Officially launched in January 2024, this venture marks the culmination of years spent caring for animals of all kinds while growing up in the country. Elyse's deep love for animals and understanding of their needs shine through in everything she does.

Her journey to starting Paws Claws and All began with her work in boarding facilities, where she noticed that many pets experience anxiety when separated from their home environment. Determined to provide a better alternative, Elyse launched a service that allows pets to stay in their own homes while their owners are away. After creating a Facebook account to promote her services, the business quickly gained traction. Today, Elyse offers dog walks, drop-in visits for any type of pet, overnight pet sitting, and pet taxi services.

What truly sets Paws Claws and All apart is Elyse’s dedication to treating every pet as if they were her own. Her calm demeanor has won the trust of many pet parents, who often remark on how excited their pets become when she arrives. Elyse offers competitive rates and works within clients' budgets, ensuring that every pet receives the care they need.

For Elyse, the most rewarding part of her business is the joy of working with animals and building trusting relationships with their owners. She considers her clients and their pets as an extension of her own family, a testament to her passion and commitment to her work.

One unique aspect of her business is her ability to match her energy with that of the pets while maintaining a calm presence, which helps them feel safe. This approach has not only made her successful in pet care but also inspired her to write a children’s book based on her dog-walking experiences.

Elyse’s advice to pet owners is to always be patient and loving, recognizing that each animal needs a compassionate companion. This perspective has profoundly shaped her life, making her feel fulfilled in her work.

Beyond pet care, Elyse is actively involved in pet rescue efforts and hopes to assist with transports for new rescues and adoptions. Looking ahead, she plans to complete her children's books and eventually open a pet getaway camp in the country. If you are looking for that extra help with your beloved fur babies, we highly recommend giving Elyse a call! 

• Pet Sitting

• Dog Walks

• Pet Taxi

• Drop In Visits 

What Our Clients Say:

"Elyse is amazing! She watched our two fur babies for a week. It was the first time we used an in-home sitter and we will never use anyone else!" - Tahila C.

"Elyse was the best pet sitter ever! She communicated daily, sent pics, and left everything immaculate. She’s a 10/10!!!" - Carey H.