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Janine P.

5.0 out of 5 stars
16 repeat clients
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Janine P.

5.0 out of 5 stars
16 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $30 per visit

Highlights

Janine has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
18 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Pet care and play while you're away

***Before contacting me please know: I cannot accommodate new client requests without a 5 day notice. I need time to do a meet and greet to make sure we’re a good fit. I also work part-time, so on certain days I’m gone 6-7 hours at times. If your pet is unable to be alone for that long, I’m not a good fit for you.*** I am a proud fur baby mom to Winston, who is a senior cavalier King charles spaniel, a senior chihuahua named Blanche, and a 5 year old long-haired black kitty named Spooky, who thinks she is a dog! I have 18 years experience as a professional pet sitter and dog walker. I owned a small pet sitting service in New Jersey before I moved to San Diego in 2011. As of June 2025, I live in Phoenix, AZ.

Cat care experience

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Your kitty’s best furrend!

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

Qualifications

16 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
50% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
18 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

I will follow your pet’s routine and make them feel comfortable. With all services, I will send pics and videos daily, so you’ll know your babies are happy and having fun.

Ratings and reviews

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33 ratings
Shawna G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Aug 11, 2026

Another successful trip having Janine stay with all of my babies. She does great with them, communicates very well, and I really couldn’t ask for better while I’m away.

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Stuart W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • May 30, 2026

Can’t say enough - Janine is great!

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John P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • May 29, 2026

Janine did an amazing job watching our dogs and cats. She was very prompt, had a very calming demeanor around the animals, and did a great job sending updates! Both times that we have used her, the house was spotless when we returned. I would recommend Janine to anyone looking for a reliable in-home pet sitter.

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Shawna G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • May 11, 2026

Janine was fantastic with our pets. She followed all of the instructions that I left perfectly and left my home in perfect order. She also updated me regularly and sent lots of pictures. It’s hard for me to feel at ease when traveling but Janine was reliable and communicative and made it much easier. We absolutely will be booking her again.

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Oscar L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Mar 19, 2026

Janine is the absolute best! We felt so relaxed on our vacation knowing that Janine was at home caring for our pups. She was so communicative (which we asked for) so we got lots of updates and pictures while we were away and missing our babies. We have two senior dogs, both requiring medication, and Janine handled the procedures effortlessly, while also getting creative to make sure my stubborn eater would take his pills. She took great care of our home, and showed our dogs so much love, it really helped us to enjoy our vacation even more knowing they were happy and healthy under her care. We will absolutely contract with her again for the next time we go out of town, we highly recommend her for anyone’s pet sitting needs!

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Jacklyn S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Dec 31, 2025

Janine was absolutely amazing! She was incredibly communicative and sent photos and videos every day, which gave us so much peace of mind. She also left our home spotless — she even washed her bedding and towels, which was totally unexpected and so appreciated! We couldn’t recommend her enough and would book her again in a heartbeat!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I also work part-time, so on certain days I’m gone 6-7 hours at times. If your pet is unable to be alone for that long, I’m not a good fit for you.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Janine can host up to 2 drop-ins per day
I don't have a breed preference. I do want to take care of animals that don't have any extreme behavioral issues, for the safety of myself, my client and other animals. I would like to know likes, dislikes, favorite games and toys, any areas in the neighborhood the dog likes to go. Any information about treats is helpful as well!
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.