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Janette W.

5.0 out of 5 stars
127 repeat clients
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Janette W.

5.0 out of 5 stars
127 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $60 per night

Highlights

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

Pet care experience

13+ yrs on rover & Animal Degree

I graduated from SIU with a Bachelors in Animal Science pre vetmed in 2013 and was recently the Hospital & Medical Program Manager of a no-kill animal shelter until ‘13-‘21. I am now an Animal Services Manager and have a wife who works from home fulltime who’s also on Rover and is happy to help care for cats or dogs if I’m at work 5 mins away. Previously, I was a lead surgical veterinary technician, foster coordinator, intake coordinator, and adoptions manager at the no-kill shelter for 8+ years, and would love to help out by caring and giving your pet my undivided attention! I specialize in special needs. I am confident caring for elderly, immobile, sick, and fearful/reactive, pets that require medication or special attention. I'm very responsible, respectful, trustworthy, and hard working. Good for last minutes stays or plan changes if you need an extra day or so that would be no problem. It'd be my pleasure to spend time with your pup(s)! While working with dogs my entire life I'm sure I'd be the perfect match for you and your pet!

Qualifications

127 repeat pet parents
96% 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

5.0
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280 ratings
Robyn L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jun 05, 2026

Loved the pictures of Zara that she sent me. Made my heart happy

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Jason M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • May 18, 2026

Excellent care and communication. Janette was welcoming to both my daughter, myself and Angel. They kept us up to date on my dog’s activity and I felt great about using their services. I would most definitely re book.

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Makiya
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Apr 22, 2026

I had a great experience with this sitter! She took amazing care of my dog and made the whole process stress free. I really appreciated the updates and photos, it gave me peace of mind knowing my dog was in good hands. My dog can be a slightly energetic but she handled him and everything so well and made sure he was comfortable and cared for. I would absolutely book with them again!

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Mark H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Mar 30, 2026

Great as always. Highly recommend..

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Jarrod K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Mar 11, 2026

Janette was absolutely amazing! Our pup loved having her for drop-ins and didn’t seem to miss us at all with the stellar care given from her! She will be our go to if possible for all future needs! Thank you again for taking such great care of her!!🙂

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Dish P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Feb 16, 2026

If I could give a million reviews for Janette I definitely would! She went absolutely above and beyond to care for our boys, Chibby and Jack, and allowed us to be able to completely relax and enjoy our holiday. Something we never have been able to do. I'll have her back again every time!

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Schedule

Bachelors of Science degree in Animal Science specializing in pre vet, as well as a certified animal nutritionist. I've worked as a surgical veterinary technician for years with canines, felines, and numerous farm animals.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 4 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Safety, trust & environment

Why I love dog sitting Since I was born grew up with many dogs, cats, small animals, and reptiles. I love animals and have been working at my no kill shelter for several years as a surgical vet tech and couldn't be happier saving so many lives.

Pets

A typical day

Here's where we'll take our walks I love going on hiking trails and there are many grassy areas around my home to walk dogs. Your dog's sleeping arrangement Where ever you would like. On the bed, in the room, in a crate, where ever is best and most comfortable. Time I'll spend with your dog As much as you would like. Time I'll spend with your dog As much as the owner would like me to, I would not mind spending all day with the dog(s).

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Janette can host up to 10 pets per night
If there’s anything that makes them reactive whether it's food, leash, people, or dog reactive just so I can make sure to avoid any possible problems.
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.