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Dawn J.

5.0 out of 5 stars
39 repeat clients
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Dawn J.

5.0 out of 5 stars
39 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $60 per night

Highlights

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

Pet care experience

Friendly and dependable caregiver

I have been in the pet care industry for 20+ years as well as having had pets of my own for many years. I can care for all types of pets: dogs, cats, reptiles, birds and fish. I take special requests, just ask! I know how special our animals are so please don’t hesitate if your pet has special needs. I can even administer medications. I am open to FaceTime or any other platform if you want to check in on your pet throughout the day. I am here to make you and your pet’s life as easy and comfortable as can be while you are away. I currently only board (your pets stay at my home). In the past I would pet sit (and I do make exceptions for existing clients only where I stay at my clients home). From time to time I open my services to dog walking (I take your dog for a walk) or drop ins (I check in on your pet at your home), depending on the distance from my home. I do work outside of my home at times and so I will make sure you are aware if I will be away for a number of hours before we book. Your fur babies’ care and comfort are my top priority ☺️

Qualifications

39 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

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111 ratings
Kendra T.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Sep 07, 2026

Dawn takes exceptional good care of our almost 17 year old Yorkie. We wouldn’t leave Roxy with anyone else!

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Evelyn K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Aug 25, 2026

Dawn is incredible! We always have a worry-free vacation knowing she's caring for our pets. It's hard to find dependable and trustworthy care, but she'll forever be our go-to sitter!

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Olivia G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Mar 05, 2026

As always, the best and most accommodating sitter we have ever had! 1000/10, would recommend! ❤️

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Kristin D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Feb 09, 2026

Dawn took great care of our senior dog Ellie and our two cats! She treated Ellie like she was her own and was very communicative during Ellie’s stay with Dawn. She was amazing and gave great care to our babies. Thanks Dawn!!

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Jennifer S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Feb 02, 2026

Dawn is simply the best! She has cared for my 3 pups several times and I especially appreciate how well she care for my elderly 16-year-old Pomeranian Including giving him his meds twice a day and special attention going outside If you have an elderly pup, I highly recommend Dawn!

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Kendra T.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jan 05, 2026

Dawn took excellent care of our very loved Roxy! She is an elderly dog that takes a little more work by providing special food and medications and Dawn met all her needs and made Roxy feel loved and comfortable! She sent me pictures each day and gave daily updates. We will definately be returning to Dawn!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

Rover is my primary occupation so I have plenty of time to give your pets the love and attention that you expect them to receive.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 cat
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I will stick to your house rules when it comes to your pet. For example: If they are not allowed on furniture I will follow that rule, if they are used to sleeping in their humans bed I will keep that up as well, etc.

Pets

A typical day

I can take your pets for walks, take them to the park, play with their toys inside or outside of the home and most any other activity they are used to. I love to love on them :)

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Takes only 1 client at a time
Dawn can host up to 3 pets per night
Please let me know if your fur baby has any special needs ahead of time. I can accommodate most special requests such as medications and special feeding.
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.