Joan M.
Joan M.
Contact for Drop-In Visits
$20 total per visit
Highlights
Pet care experience
Professor-Level Pet Care You Trust
I have three years of experience dog-sitting and walking my sister’s terrier mix, so I’m comfortable with routines, walks, feeding, and giving pets the attention they need to feel secure. Outside of that, I’m an art history professor and PhD student, which means I’m very responsible, organized, and reliable. Years of teaching and working in museums have trained me to be attentive, patient, and detail-oriented, qualities I bring directly into pet care. I’m calm, consistent, and genuinely love spending time with both dogs and cats.
Cat care experience
Joan also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Safety, trust & environment
I provide care in my client’s home so pets can stay comfortable in their own environment and maintain their usual routines. I follow all instructions closely, including feeding schedules, walks, medications, and any specific needs. I’m very respectful of your home, keep spaces clean, and prioritize your pet’s safety, comfort, and well-being at all times.
Ratings and reviews
Joan looked after my dog Charlie over the course of three years, and I can’t say enough good things about the way she showed up for him. She was incredibly attentive, and it was obvious how much he loved her. He’d light up every time she came by. I kept Charlie to a pretty high discipline standard, and Joan respected that on every walk. She was consistent, patient, and always reinforced good behavior, while still making sure he got plenty of treats and love along the way. Charlie meant the world to me, and trusting someone else with him wasn’t something I took lightly. Joan earned that trust completely. I have no doubt she’ll bring that same level of attention, love, and dedication to every fur baby she looks after.
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Schedule
I have a flexible schedule and plenty of time to care for your pets. I’m available all day on Mondays and Fridays, and most weekends. On Tuesdays, I’m available until 1 pm; on Wednesdays, after 2 pm; and on Thursdays, until 3 pm. I’m reliable, consistent, and able to maintain your pet’s routine.