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Alicia J.

4.9 out of 5 stars
15 repeat clients
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Alicia J.

4.9 out of 5 stars
15 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $65 per night

Highlights

Alicia has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
20 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication

Pet care experience

Pets are 100% better than people.

I had a rescue dog and took care of him for several years. I also took care of my mom’s senior dog who had vision and bladder control issues. I have dog and cat sit for friends with many different breeds and sizes. I grew up with two cats in my household and am comfortable caring for them. I enjoy being around cats just as much as dogs. :) I make sure to carry out the instructions owners leave for me and am meticulous about keeping their place and pet as clean as possible. I love to play with and take pets for long walks or to the park.

Cat care experience

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Cats are life.

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

Qualifications

15 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

4.9
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54 ratings
Erin D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Sep 01, 2026

Alicia came to stay with our dog over the weekend and she was so wonderful! We were nervous to leave him behind for the first time, but Alicia was the perfect person to calm our fears and take care of him! She is truly an animal person - I could tell by how easily she connected with our dog from the moment she walked in. She sent daily check ins, photos and updates during the weekend as well! Will definitely be rebooking. Thank you again Alicia you’re the best!!

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meridian h.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Aug 17, 2026

Thanks, Alicia, for making it safe and easy for me to leave for a much-needed getaway! Your great communication and kind care gave me so much peace of mind, and I know the fluffy guy appreciated your visits, too.

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Kristen S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Aug 13, 2026

Alicia was amazing! Provided great updates and pics throughout her stay. Very friendly and responsible. Took great care of pups and left my house spotless.

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Rachel K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Aug 10, 2026

Thank you for taking good care of the cats while I was away!

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meridian h.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jul 14, 2026

thank you!

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Elizabeth C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 07, 2026

Alicia, was an outstanding host for our pups.she met us at a park before booking to get to know the dogs and had me over to her place so I could see where they would stay. I have two bigger dogs and one is a senior. She gave meds no problem. One of the pups was feeling sick from the extreme heat. She was quick to switch to a mild diet to keep him comfortable. She updated daily with photos and videos of how they were doing. I am not sure that you will find a more conscientious, loving, and communicative pet sitter. She was amazing.

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Schedule

I am available every week day from 9 am -9 pm except Thursdays from 4-9 pm. I am available all day Friday through Sunday.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I have had dogs in my home before and am comfortable with any kind of care they need. I can put them in a crate or leave them out of a crate for overnights. I will also take them for walks around the neighborhood or let them run around in the yard. I am happy to play fetch or throw toys for them. I will make sure they get food, water, and medicine at their regularly scheduled times.

A typical day

I enjoy taking dogs to the dog park if they interact well with other dogs. I will also take them to a forest preserve for a long walk along the trails.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Alicia can host up to 2 pets per night
I would like to know their regularly scheduled mealtime as well as when they usually wake up in the morning or go to sleep at night. If they are good around other dogs/cats. What they are sensitive about. What they like to do for fun. What habits they have. Just everything you need to know about a human…I would like to know about your pet.
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.