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Joanna H.

WATERFORD, NY

5.0 out of 5 stars
67 reviews
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Responsible animal lover!

Pet care experience

Hello pet owners! I've been an animal lover my whole life and would be thrilled to watch your fur baby when you need to travel or stay late at work. I'm not squeamish about elder pets with health issues and have experience administering medications or giving extra TLC when needed. But please do let me know if your dog has a history of aggression with any new sitters- this might mean we need to schedule a few visits with your dog with you present to get everyone comfortable! I'm a freelance musician and have a lot of flexibility in my schedule. I have a dog of my own, as well as a flock of pet ducks, and will soon acquire a pair of dairy goats. As you can see, I love all kinds of animals and would be happy to watch any and all that you need support with. At this point I'm not boarding pets in our house since our yard isn't fenced. But I'm happy to provide overnight stays in your house, if needed, while my husband watches our pets at home. I can also drop in for walks or visits, but may need to charge an extra fee for driving distances further than 20 minutes. (*If boarding or day care is what you need, we can discuss that option. I'll consider it on a case to case basis. My dog might love having a friend to play with if that's a good fit for everyone!) I'll be sure to go over your pet's specific needs during our meet-and-greet. Whether it's anxiety issues or medical needs, we'll get on the same page so that you and your pet feel safe and taken care of!

Reviews

Ann F.
House Sitting • Apr 18, 2024
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Joanna was great! On time, great communication and updates. Felt assured all was fine!

Meg G.
Dog Walking • Mar 01, 2024
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Joanna has been great!!! Her calm and gentle personality are perfect for dealing with pets. She communicates promptly and sends pics and updates even for shorter walks. We highly recommend Joanna 😊

Katy L.
Drop-In Visits • Dec 29, 2023
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Joanna was a great caregiver for our 7 & 15 yr old dogs. Wonderful communication with regular pictures and videos. Will definitely use her again!

Barbara K.
House Sitting • Dec 14, 2023
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Joanna took very good care of my Brodie. She kept me updated and sent pictures. She was very pleasant, prompt, professional and very kind. I will have her stay with my dog again and highly recommend her. Thanks Joanna.

About Joanna H.

Communication

35 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

9 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I will go over your preferred routine with your pet; possible "escapes" and or health concerns. Each pet and home is different and I'm happy to know what will make you and your fur baby feel the most comfortable.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, 1 cat
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Joanna H. would like to know about your pet

It's always helpful for me to know what triggers a dog may have; maybe they don't like sirens or the rain; and whether they have experience with their owners going out of town for extended periods. I like to maintain the routines you keep in your household as far as meal and walk times, rules about pets on furniture, and even the routes you take on walks! More information is better than not enough, so feel free to elaborate!

A typical day

I believe in positive reinforcement as opposed to yelling or force. I believe that routine and repetition create both a sense of comfort for the pet and respect for the owner/sitter. I'm happy to treat each pet with the specific needs they require- we're all individuals with individual quirks! I love being outside and taking long walks; something your dog would accompany me on. Tell me about your favorite spots and we'll be sure to visit them, too!

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$70per night
House Sitting
in your home
$77per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$27per visit
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$27per walk

Joanna can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Crate-trained dogs only
Takes only 1 client at a time

Joanna can watch in your home

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

Availability

My schedule is quite flexible, especially with advance notice. I'm available most days for drop in visits or can provide long term stays in most cases.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Calendar last updated 13 days ago
Joanna can host up to 1 pets per night
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Joanna H.

Communication

35 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

9 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I will go over your preferred routine with your pet; possible "escapes" and or health concerns. Each pet and home is different and I'm happy to know what will make you and your fur baby feel the most comfortable.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, 1 cat
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Joanna H. would like to know about your pet

It's always helpful for me to know what triggers a dog may have; maybe they don't like sirens or the rain; and whether they have experience with their owners going out of town for extended periods. I like to maintain the routines you keep in your household as far as meal and walk times, rules about pets on furniture, and even the routes you take on walks! More information is better than not enough, so feel free to elaborate!

A typical day

I believe in positive reinforcement as opposed to yelling or force. I believe that routine and repetition create both a sense of comfort for the pet and respect for the owner/sitter. I'm happy to treat each pet with the specific needs they require- we're all individuals with individual quirks! I love being outside and taking long walks; something your dog would accompany me on. Tell me about your favorite spots and we'll be sure to visit them, too!

Location

WATERFORD, NY

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Joanna H.

WATERFORD, NY

5.0 out of 5 stars
67 reviews