Joanna R.
Rowlett, TX
Experience, Experience, Experience!
Pet care experience
Please look at the link for "ROVERGO". My rates for "additional" dog and "extended stay" are flexible. The listed rates will never be over those amounts, and I can often lower them, depending on the dogs. I can take 3 dogs. No dogs over 40 lbs unless they are seniors. With 30 years of professional and personal experience caring for dogs, I am very qualified to watch over your beloved dog(s). I was involved in animal welfare in the Dallas area and president of a volunteer humane society for a number of years. I was also the Office Manager at Operation Kindness for 7 years. I fostered many dogs - mostly senior dogs and special needs dogs. But I can handle the young, big, and frisky ones, also. I know the proper care of heartworm-positive dogs and paralyzed dogs. And the special needs of blind/deaf dogs. I can also administer subcutaneous injections of fluids for dogs with kidney problems and give IM and subq shots if needed. I have three dachshunds. Your dogs will be treated like my own - or better (they know the paying guests come first!). I am almost always home. Dogs are always supervised. I like to offer the same care your dog is used to as closely as I can. As someone who’s worked with dogs for three decades, I will want the full rundown, and I will ask a lot of questions about diet, health, rules, habits, schedules, etc. Also, where they like to be scratched. I am an expert scratcher. I can calm a dog (often causing him to fall asleep) with massage and gentle scratching. I believe in regular, open lines of communication, so I will send regular updates and photos via email, through Rover or text as many times a day as you’d like, and you should feel free to contact me, day or night. I promise your pet will be comfortable, protected, and loved at all times.
Reviews
Joanna was great! She took great care of my Lassi and I know Lassi had a blast staying there. We just moved to the area and I feel so happy knowing Joanna is there to watch Lassi when I may need to. I would highly recommend her, and I will definitely be having her watch Lassi again in the future!
She took great care of our dog!
Joanna was absolutely amazing with our dogs. She stayed updated with us every step of our trip to Germany and really felt like she truly loves dogs. We will definitely be using her again in the future.
Joanna was amazing with our three dogs including our elderly dog. She sent us updates and made sure we were comfortable with leaving our dogs for the first time. Will definitely book again!
About Joanna R.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have a fenced yard and can crate your dog or not, depending on your preference. They are always free when I'm home. Can be crated at night, if you prefer, or sleep with me.
Home
Information Joanna R. would like to know about your pet
I want to know if your dog is potty-trained. However, I do not reject a dog if he is not. Is your dog crate-trained? What is your preference? Crate or free in the house? Of course, no dog is crated when I am home, unless you request that. If you like, Meet and Greets are available (and will help you feel more comfortable). I've boarded dogs with or without having Meet and Greets. I will take your dog if you don't want or have time for a Meet and Greet. Never had a problem.
A typical day
We can play in the yard. I do not walk dogs because I won't take a chance that they will escape their leash or get attacked by another dog.
Services
Joanna can host
Availability
I'm currently working part-time, about six hours a day, 3 to 4 days a week. I am home almost all the time except for work.
About Joanna R.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have a fenced yard and can crate your dog or not, depending on your preference. They are always free when I'm home. Can be crated at night, if you prefer, or sleep with me.
Home
Information Joanna R. would like to know about your pet
I want to know if your dog is potty-trained. However, I do not reject a dog if he is not. Is your dog crate-trained? What is your preference? Crate or free in the house? Of course, no dog is crated when I am home, unless you request that. If you like, Meet and Greets are available (and will help you feel more comfortable). I've boarded dogs with or without having Meet and Greets. I will take your dog if you don't want or have time for a Meet and Greet. Never had a problem.
A typical day
We can play in the yard. I do not walk dogs because I won't take a chance that they will escape their leash or get attacked by another dog.
Location
Rowlett, TX
Pets
Joanna R.
Rowlett, TX