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Jan N.

5.0 out of 5 stars
72 repeat clients
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Jan N.

5.0 out of 5 stars
72 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $50 per night

Highlights

Basic background check
30 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Hey fur babies! (in Newport, RI)

Hello, my name is Jan. Over the past 7 years, Rover has become a wonderful way for me to get to know and care for a wide variety of pups. Dogs (and cats) have been a part of my life for as long as I can remember...we've had all shapes & sizes, from new puppies to seniors. I do believe our pets are like children, beloved members of the family. Although I don't currently have a fur baby of my own, I do have so much love to give to yours. I would enjoy the opportunity to walk your pup, take care at your house, or welcome him/her into my loving home. Thank you! I am up with the sun, so I will be ready for a walk as soon as your pup wakes up. Walks and outdoor playtime during the day, as weather allows. Our yard is fenced on all sides, and I ALWAYS stay outside with dogs as they play/take care of business. Dogs are allowed on any furniture and will have mostly the run of the whole house, as appropriate.

Qualifications

72 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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167 ratings
Diane P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Feb 11, 2026

Freddy and we love Jan.She is dependable and very neat. My house and kitty are perfect when we return. I totally trust her!

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Melanie D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 21, 2025

Jan treats my baby like her own! He’s happy to go to her and happy when he comes home!!

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Maricar P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jul 05, 2025

Jan was great! She came 10 minutes early so we can go over her stay with Milton. Milton was a happy pup with her.

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Jen M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 27, 2025

Our dog, Oso, had an amazing time with Jan. He was so loved and well taken care of. It is a relief to find someone who will love our pup as much as we do. She goes above and beyond! Thank you, Jan!

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Brittany F.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Feb 12, 2025

Jan is fantastic! She made me feel so comfortable, especially leaving our new rescue for the first time. She was so wonderful with him and made sure to keep me updated with pictures and how he was doing overall. I highly recommend her. And now my boy has a new Auntie to care for him when we are out of town!

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Sean M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Sep 09, 2024

Jan was very composed handling an injury that unfortunately happened when we were away. 100% trust with her care for our pups.

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Schedule

I work part time outside of the house, so at times your pup will be at home for a couple hours. They are allowed to sleep on the couch and look out the window. I do allow dogs to sleep with me, if that’s what they’re used to.

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 2-4 hours

Safety, trust & environment

My yard is completely fenced to keep them safe. Additionally I do have a large crate if necessary and will fill the baby pool on hots days.

A typical day

We live in a very dog-friendly community, and love to walk. Your pup will enjoy 2-3 adventures per day, with the chance to greet people and other dogs along the way. If he/she likes to go for a ride in the car, we can run errands together. With your permission, I will even take them to the beach or for a walk in the woods. Of course, if chilling out on the couch is more their speed, I can accommodate that as well.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
No females in heat
Jan can host up to 2 pets per night
I know it can be hard to leave your baby with someone new. My goal is to provide a pleasant, stress-free environment for your dog while you travel. I would love for him/her to feel like one of the family in my home. In turn, you will be able relax & smile as I send you pictures of all the fun things we're doing! Whatever I can do to ensure health & happiness, please let me know. Tell me their little habits & quirks, favorite chew toys, joys & fears...all of this information will be helpful in keeping your pet peaceful and safe until you return.
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.