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Joanna C.

5.0 out of 5 stars
13 repeat clients
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Joanna C.

5.0 out of 5 stars
13 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $80 per night

Highlights

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

Pet care experience

RN Care for Special Needs Pets!

I am an RN and experienced with giving medications and treatments including insulin, inhalers, and post surgery care, etc.. Animal lover and advocate for over three decades. Love Seniors too! PLEASE NOTE: If requesting House sitting, Henry will be coming with! ; ) I personally use holistic and natural remedies on my pets unless absolutely necessary to use medications. Ask me about natural remedies that reduces oxidative stress and inflammation by over 40% in humans and mammals. Great for cats and horses too. It helped to heal an ACL issue with Henry in about 5 weeks and has given him boundless energy as he ages.

Cat care experience

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Love cats too!

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

Qualifications

13 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
45 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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55 ratings
Talia R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jun 15, 2026

Best Rover sitter yet! Super knowledgeable about dogs and cares for them like her own. Incredibly sweet woman and responds very quickly, you will love her!

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Joseph K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jun 10, 2026

Joanna was terrific! Our dog immediately took to her and Joanna was kind and thoughtful. Joanna was especially attentive to our dog’s stomach sensitivities and followed our vet’s instructions. She kept us informed with regular reports and sent us daily pictures and videos so we could see that Dexter was doing well. She relieved our anxiety of being away and made us feel comfortable and reassured that Dexter was being well taken care of. We highly recommend Joanna and would gladly hire her again.

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Leslie A.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • May 07, 2026

Joanna is the perfect caretaker for my dog! From the day she arrived she kept me posted and sent videos of my pup. Went way beyond in taking care of her and my home! 💯 the very best!

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Meredyth D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Apr 08, 2026

My dog Mabel absolutely LOVED her stay with Joanna and Henry! She was so happy and calm for her stay and I know that because of all the wonderful pictures and videos that Joanna sent while we were gone. Mabel usually comes back with an upset stomach when she stays with someone other than us, but this was not the case with Joanna. I know she kept a close eye on her and made sure she didn’t eat weird random things outside and that she gave her the attention and love she is used to. Henry and Mabel because quick friends and that was the icing on the cake!! We are so happy to have found someone we can truly trust with our girl and will definitely be using her when we go away again:)

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Lisa K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Apr 03, 2026

Joana was wonderful! One of my cats needs medicine twice a day in a specific timeframe and she was prompt and very trustworthy. They were obviously well cared for when I got home. Will definitely book Joana for my next vacation!

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Levita F.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Mar 21, 2026

Coco Chanel didn't want to leave her vacation with Joanna. She was quite the happy little girl and Joanna kept me updated by sending pictures throughout her stay. We will definitely be booking with Joanna again.

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I am an RN Care Manager/advocate for seniors and a Transformational Holistic Nurse Coach. I work for myself, so can be totally flexible with your needs and the needs of your pets! I am trustworthy, punctual, and professional and will take great care of your home as if it were my own.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I like to take care of pets in their home as it has always seemed less stressful for them, but can accommodate small dogs at my place too and make them feel right at home! I have a small, happy, friendly bichon-poodle who LOVES other dogs!! I've done house sitting and managed the needs of large households as well. PLEASE NOTE: If requesting House sitting, Henry will be coming too! ; )

Pets

A typical day

Walks in the neighborhood, trips to the local dog park, LOTS of toys and play, treat times, interaction with other dogs if allowed and appropriate to your needs/needs of your pet. I let pets have the run of my house within reason (certain doors closed) and they are welcome to make themselves comfortable while I am working in my home. If they are crate trained I'll abide by your guidelines. If they are housebroken and well-behaved adults, they can be unrestricted in the house with Henry while I am away which is usually no longer than 3-4 hours at a time. I will abide by your rules about sleeping on furniture & beds so as not to confuse them.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Takes only 1 client at a time
Joanna can host up to 1 pet per night
Please let me know if your pet has any special needs, including & especially specific medical needs or any questions you have about my experience. I have experience giving insulin, medications/remedies, inhalers, treatments and post-surgical care. I personally use holistic and natural remedies on my own pets unless absolutely necessary to use medications. Ask me about a natural activator that reduces oxidative stress and inflammation by over 40% in humans and mammals. Great for cats and horses too.
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.