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Emily H.

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Emily H.

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Pioneertown, CA

Prices include all fees.

Highlights

Enhanced background check
26 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Animal Friend For Hire!

I've had dogs my entire adult life. My last dog was a special girl and didn't get along with other dogs so when I went to work I hired someone to visit and hang out with her and I called that person her "friend for hire". I'd love to be your pets friend for hire. In addition to having my own dogs I have been a volunteer with a local shelter for the past year. I have experience with dog handling, walking, training, medical recovery, some medication administration, and general playing/loving/cuddling. I have experience with special needs dogs, untrained dogs, unsocialized dogs, senior dogs, puppies, and even some mess dogs. I also grew up with cats and started my volunteer work "socializing" with cats and kittens. I love all the furry little friends!

Qualifications

100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
Sends updates with Rover Cards
26 years of experience
Oral medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

As someone who had an aggressive dog I understand that it can be challenging trusting someone new with your pet. You know your animal best and I will listen and adhere to any/all boundaries you have for their health and enjoyment.

Ratings and reviews

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Caroline H.
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Drop-In Visits • Oct 06, 2026

I was pleased with the care Emily provided for my animal friends. She seemed genuinely happy to meet them and appreciated their little quirks. Would definitely recommend!

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Judy H.
Sep 20, 2026

Emily has had a tremendous love for dogs since she was young. She volunteers at a local animal shelter where she walks dogs and is a foster parent. She has enriched the lives of many of her fostered dogs and they have been placed in wonderful, loving homes. Their new owners often ask Emily to dog sit while they go on vacation. She is known by the staff at the animal shelter as someone wo can handle and help the problem dogs. She's honest and open and can definitely be trusted with your pets. They will love her forever!

Louisa F.
Sep 14, 2026

Emily is the best!!! My dogs love every minute they get to spend with her, and she clearly loves taking care of them. They always return from walks super happy! Most importantly, Emily keeps them safe, and knows how to walk a very leash reactive dog and a stubborn old dude at the same time. It's a relief to know I can trust her completely. My dogs trust her too!

Elliott V.
Sep 14, 2026

Emily is an exceptional dog caregiver with years of hands-on experience and a genuine passion for helping dogs thrive. She has fostered dogs and assisted with training at the Joshua Tree No-Kill Shelter, giving her experience with dogs of all personalities, needs, and backgrounds. She also cares for Merle, a Malinois tripod, at home, which speaks volumes about her patience, compassion, and ability to accommodate dogs with unique needs. Emily is attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely treats every dog in her care like family. I would absolutely trust Emily with my dogs and highly recommend her to anyone looking for someone who understands dogs and truly cares about their well-being.

Robyn C.
Sep 14, 2026

Emily is the BEST! I’m on the Board of Directors at an animal shelter in Joshua Tree, and Emily is one of our most trusted and dedicated volunteers. She walks dogs, takes them to obedience training, helps out wherever she’s needed, and most importantly, she is an amazing foster mom. Emily took in one of our most challenging dogs, Ollie, who really needed someone willing to put in the time and patience to help him. She worked with him, gave him confidence, and helped him become a dog who was actually ready for a home. And he did just that — Ollie was adopted! I honestly can’t say enough good things about Emily. She has a huge heart, is incredibly dependable, and is a true animal lover. We are so lucky to have her as part of our shelter family.

Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I currently make my own schedule as a personal trainer so I am flexible and available to meet your dog's needs. Weekdays or weekends are available. Want to go for a hike or rock climbing? I've got your furry friend covered.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Emily can host up to 6 drop-ins per day
I'd love to hear all about your pets behaviors and quirks. What do they love? What annoys them? What helps them soothe? What overwhelms them?
These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

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.

Prices include all fees.