Joanne A.
La Jolla, CA
Love/huge yard/home f/t inBird Rock
Pet care experience
*Temporarily offering house-sitting only* I’ve hosted so many amazing dogs since I started in 2014 and it’s been such a great joy. And now that I am in the process of changing residences, I thought it would be fun to do the reverse and stay st cloents’ houses to continue with my involvement in taking care of our beloved pooches. I’m so grateful for the many families have trusted me and took the time to share their experience ~ please take a moment to read our reviews from our wonderful past clients! I have always provided a warm, happy, loving, fun loving environment for our furry kids and our guests. I have loved dogs my whole life, they are my heart and soul, and my son (13) is the same way ,and it's so rewarding to be able to share that love and enjoyment with dogs especially when their families are away and they need extra love and attention and fun. I figure most dogs sitters love dogs :)... so I thought about what we could offer dogs and their owners a truly amazing stay with us. Because I have been around so many different breeds and types and ages of dogs, I understand how different they all are, with their quirks, unique temperaments, rhythm, schedule or specific needs. This awareness started when my then-puppy broke his leg twelve years ago (just as my son was born!) and he was very traumatized, I had to learn quickly to administer medication, help with alternate healing (he swam a lot) and studied a bit about being able to connect and communicate with animals to try to "get" what he needed. I consulted with many vets, natural practitioners and owners with all different types of challenges and it was extremely insightful. Since then I just intuitively understand dogs. I don't claim to be the Dog Whisperer by any means :) but I love the idea of offering boarding and sitting tailored to a specific pooch. How rewarding!
Reviews
Luna had a great stay at Joanne’s place and responded quickly with short notice. Wonderful to work with and updated my wife and I along the trip. Thanks Joanne!
Joanne is fantastic! Our puppy absolutely loved her, and she was very reliable and kind. We will be booking with Joanne again in the future!
Joanne is the best! She is flexible to my schedule and loves dogs. My dog loves playing with her two pups in their huge yard. thank you Joanne!
Joanne is very warm and loving toward my dog. I felt comfortable with her style and appreciated that she sent updates while I was away! I will definitely return!
About Joanne A.
Communication
Skills
Home
Information Joanne A. would like to know about your pet
Unfortunately there are some breeds I am not able to care for - my son's dad, my ex-husband, is scared of dogs, and while of course he doesn't live here, he is afraid for our son around certain breeds. Just not a dog person. So we are not able to take in any member of the Pit bull family, Rotties, Mastiffs, I think we are ok with Dobermen and German Shephers, but I would love to meet them first.
A typical day
We can do whatever your dog loves to do! Per the information in my profile, I will tailor our activities and schedule based on what your dog is used to, what he/she prefers and what would make the stay here wonderful. We live in a great, extremely safe and beautiful part of La Jolla, where practically every house has a dog. We can go on trails, hiking or running with an active dog. We can go to dog beach or dog parks. Your dog can play with our dogs in a our large fenced yard. You let us know! I will make up your customized plan so you know exactly what we will be doing!
Services
Joanne can host
Joanne can watch in your home
About Joanne A.
Communication
Skills
Home
Information Joanne A. would like to know about your pet
Unfortunately there are some breeds I am not able to care for - my son's dad, my ex-husband, is scared of dogs, and while of course he doesn't live here, he is afraid for our son around certain breeds. Just not a dog person. So we are not able to take in any member of the Pit bull family, Rotties, Mastiffs, I think we are ok with Dobermen and German Shephers, but I would love to meet them first.
A typical day
We can do whatever your dog loves to do! Per the information in my profile, I will tailor our activities and schedule based on what your dog is used to, what he/she prefers and what would make the stay here wonderful. We live in a great, extremely safe and beautiful part of La Jolla, where practically every house has a dog. We can go on trails, hiking or running with an active dog. We can go to dog beach or dog parks. Your dog can play with our dogs in a our large fenced yard. You let us know! I will make up your customized plan so you know exactly what we will be doing!
Location
La Jolla, CA
Pets
Joanne A.
La Jolla, CA