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Jessie D.

Gainesville, FL

5.0 out of 5 stars
52 reviews
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Services

Jessie can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs

Availability

I own my own business and work from home. I need more reasons to get away from my desk and take a walk! Am I walking your dog or is your dog walking me? The world may never know.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About Jessie D.

Communication

19 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds within a few hours
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

Happy to do walks, feedings, clean up accidents, administer medicines, etc. For years, I sat my sister’s cat with diabetes, so I can do injections.

Information Jessie D. would like to know about your pet

I love any and all bulldog breeds, but the best dog is the dog at your side, amirite?? Let me know about your dog's energy levels and any quirks he or she has. I'm a hypochondriac with pets. I assume everything is an ailment. Can't be too safe, right?

A typical day

I’m gunna take your advice on this one. If your doggo needs a runaround, give me a heads up and I’ll wear my gym clothes so we can jog. If they’re old or lazy, I’m just as happy to sit outside with them so we both get out of the house.

Location

Gainesville, FL

Jessie D.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Senior & Exotic Pet Lover!

Pet care experience

Hi! I'm Jessie. I am obsessed with dogs, but haven't made the leap into ownership yet. I'm currently in the process of saving up an appropriate emergency fund for my own doggo, so I figured what better way to contribute to that effort than by getting my fix by loving on everyone else's dogs?? I also love cats! I have my own and, frankly, she could do with some competition bc she doesn’t sit on my lap NEARLY enough. I also have experience with pets like sugar gliders and ferrets. I’m always open to caring for new animals and make sure to study up on care before committing. I come from a family of dog lovers and I can't remember a time where we didn't have a dog in our home. I'm equal parts active and lazy, which makes me a great option regardless of your dog's energy level. Got a hyper pooch? Great, we're going on a (slow) jog. Got a couch potato? Cool, we're sunbathing for a bit before going back inside. I work from home! So if you have a baby who needs frequent potty breaks, I welcome them because they will ensure I actually get out of the house a few times a day! The only thing I ask is that you give me an honest description of your pet when we meet. The more open and honest you are, the better prepared I can be for my visit. I want this to be a good experience for you, me, and your baby. Honestly, I want to know what your fur child is like on their WORST behavior. I promise it won't scare me away. I used to watch dogs in my home and would jokingly call it “Jessie’s Home for Naughty Bois.”

Reviews

Desiree B.
Drop-In Visits • Mar 15, 2026
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Jessie always takes such great care of my girls. I can go away for just a couple of days to multiple weeks and know that they are well taken care of.

Desiree B.
Drop-In Visits • Mar 02, 2026
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Jessie did a great job taking care of my girls! I’m sure they loved every minute of their visits. It is so comforting to know I have someone I can trust to take care of them while I’m away.

Desiree B.
Drop-In Visits • Nov 30, 2025
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Jessica did a great job keeping my little Cluckers happy and well fed. Great communication and photo updates. Thank you for doing such a great job.

Jasmina M.
Drop-In Visits • Nov 28, 2025
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Jessie went above and beyond with my special needs cat during her drop-in visits. He is normally pretty shy around new people but he was acting like he’s known her his whole life! Jessie even asked to stop by prior to agreeing to watch him, which I thought was a very responsible and professional thing to do. During her visits she sent many updates and clearly took the time to establish trust with my cat. Thank you, Jessie - Rio loves you.

About Jessie D.

Communication

19 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds within a few hours
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

Happy to do walks, feedings, clean up accidents, administer medicines, etc. For years, I sat my sister’s cat with diabetes, so I can do injections.

Information Jessie D. would like to know about your pet

I love any and all bulldog breeds, but the best dog is the dog at your side, amirite?? Let me know about your dog's energy levels and any quirks he or she has. I'm a hypochondriac with pets. I assume everything is an ailment. Can't be too safe, right?

A typical day

I’m gunna take your advice on this one. If your doggo needs a runaround, give me a heads up and I’ll wear my gym clothes so we can jog. If they’re old or lazy, I’m just as happy to sit outside with them so we both get out of the house.

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Jessie D.

Gainesville, FL

5.0 out of 5 stars
52 reviews