Joelle M.
Ankeny, IA
Dogs and cats are my expertise
Pet care experience
I currently work full-time 9-6 M-F plus I pet sit for non-Rover clients. I also split my time between here and my relatives places out of state. Unfortunately, this means I'm not always available and my calendar may not be fully up-to-date, so please message for inquiries about availability. I used to work at an animal shelter with all types of animals big and small. So if you want experience, I have it! I am attentive, caring, understanding, and trustworthy. If you need me, and I'm available, just reach out about a meet and greet to make sure we're all happy! Experience: 20+ years - Dog Walking 15+ years - Pet Sitting 5+ years - Medicine Administration (including insulin) 5+ years - small animal care I understand what leaving your pet means and I want you to feel ok when you leave your family pet in my care. But it's not just about the humans, the most important part is your fur babies (I have references of my repeat clients if needed). I will do more than watch your pets; I will treat them as if they were my own. I am also extremely reliable and if I commit to something I will keep that commitment, especially when it comes to caring for all animals. I strongly suggest a meet & greet, so we can get to know each other and make sure your pet feels ok with me before we commit to anything. Have other animals? Don't worry... I've also cared for birds, rats/mice, guinea pigs, hamsters, rabbits, chickens, reptiles, fish, and more. You name it I've had it, lived with it, walked it, or cared for it.
Reviews
Joelle always does a fantastic job with our cats. We will continue to book her as long as she is available.
Joelle did an amazing job and we are so thankful she was able to watch our dogs and Guinea Pigs! Everything was stress free!
Joelle was great with our dogs. She send updates and was great at communicating. It put my mind at ease while we were gone. I highly recommend!!!
Joelle was excellent with our cats as always. This was our third time (at least) hiring her and she will be our go-to person as long as she’s available!
About Joelle M.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
When in your home, I do my best to make sure everyone is comfortable. When house sitting I usually sleep on the couch or wherever the dogs feel comfortable sleeping, so they're not alone during the night. I also make sure to work around their feeding schedules and potty breaks. If it's during the week, I have an hour for lunch which I can take at a time that works best for them. I do my best to leave your home exactly as it was when you left.
Information Joelle M. would like to know about your pet
I would like to know their habits: how often do they go out or need to be walked, what are the do's and don't's from the parents, and their feeding schedule. Medication/health requirements; do they need medication, or are they allergic to anything? I would also like to know their likes and dislikes: do they like toys, do they prefer to run or walk, or is there a favorite treat I could bring them. For dogs; I do not prefer any breeds and I have owned and cared for dogs of all sizes (Chihuahua to Great Dane to Pit Bull).
A typical day
Dog parks, local walks, trails, beaches. Playing fetch or other acceptable activities for stimulation. **Extra house-sitting services** I am not one to just walk dogs, if you need extra work done just let me know and I can definitely help out.
Services
Joelle can watch in your home
Availability
Again, I work full-time M-F 9-6 plus out of state every few months. I also have non-Rover clients. But if I'm available I'd love to meet your family.
About Joelle M.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
When in your home, I do my best to make sure everyone is comfortable. When house sitting I usually sleep on the couch or wherever the dogs feel comfortable sleeping, so they're not alone during the night. I also make sure to work around their feeding schedules and potty breaks. If it's during the week, I have an hour for lunch which I can take at a time that works best for them. I do my best to leave your home exactly as it was when you left.
Information Joelle M. would like to know about your pet
I would like to know their habits: how often do they go out or need to be walked, what are the do's and don't's from the parents, and their feeding schedule. Medication/health requirements; do they need medication, or are they allergic to anything? I would also like to know their likes and dislikes: do they like toys, do they prefer to run or walk, or is there a favorite treat I could bring them. For dogs; I do not prefer any breeds and I have owned and cared for dogs of all sizes (Chihuahua to Great Dane to Pit Bull).
A typical day
Dog parks, local walks, trails, beaches. Playing fetch or other acceptable activities for stimulation. **Extra house-sitting services** I am not one to just walk dogs, if you need extra work done just let me know and I can definitely help out.
Location
Ankeny, IA
Pets
Joelle M.
Ankeny, IA