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Joannimal R.

5.0 out of 5 stars
26 repeat clients
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Joannimal R.

5.0 out of 5 stars
26 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $25 per visit

Highlights

Joannimal has Star Sitter status!
Basic background check
20 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Top notch care in their own home 🐾

🐾 Hello! I’m Jo (aka Joannimal, given to me due to my fondness of all types of critters!) I recently formed my petsitting business Creature Comforts In-Home Pet and Plant Care & I’m happy to have been partnering with Rover since 2019! I have been taking care of animals since I began riding horses at age 9. I have experience with dogs, cats, horses, rodents, aquatic frogs and reptiles! I currently have a sweet female Miniature Daschund, Harley, who's around 10 years old, and a gorgeous male 3 year old void kitty named Gerard (/Rawr/Little Man/Sweet Pea, etc, etc).

Qualifications

26 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds in under 12 hours
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

While my daytime schedule doesn’t make me a great fit for young puppies or pets with major separation anxiety, it does allow me the availability to make them feel safe and secure overnight (or on a drop-in basis) while their people are out.

Ratings and reviews

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109 ratings
Owen M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Aug 15, 2026

This is the third time I have used Jo to watch my dogs, and for as long as we live here, she will always be my first call! Jo goes above and beyond with our dogs and with our home. Head-and-shoulders above any other sitter we have used on this service. Pictures and videos daily remind us that our pups are in good hands. They always look so happy with her! Walks, pets, snacks, she does it all. She even tidied up the house before we got home. I will *absolutely* hire Joannimal again!

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Emma T.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jul 31, 2026

Joanna is the most trustworthy and kind pet sitter we’ve ever used! She goes the extra mile to give your pets the absolute best care! I always come home to happy pups and a clean home! 😊

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Amber B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jul 27, 2026

Another purrfect trip thanks to Jo!

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Emma T.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jun 29, 2026

Joanna is such a wonderful sitter!She cares so much about our pups and it shows with each visit!She goes above and beyond when house sitting. Really cannot recommend anyone better to watch your pets. 😊

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Emma T.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • May 22, 2026

Joanna is always such an awesome sitter! Our pups are always well cared for and she gives such great updates! 😊

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Amber B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • May 14, 2026

Purr usual, Jo took the best care of our fur babies! She’s always looking out for their best interests and she documents all visits with amazing photos. We look forward to our next booking!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

Hesitant to reach out because your rescue dog's behaviors are less than "best of show" at any given time? No worries! My current role as a canine care tech at an animal shelter has taught me to understand and navigate the unique needs (and sometimes challenges) that come along with rescued dogs. My training has led me to become specialized in handling (or not-handling) people-shy, reactive, or resource-guarding dogs safely and patiently. I strive to always respect an animal and follow their lead, so as to not push them past their comfort zones. I'm here to provide comfort for your pets, and peace of mind for you!

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Joannimal can host up to 2 drop-ins per day
Please let me know if your pet has any special needs or considerations I can prepare for ahead of time; your furbaby's comfort is my main priority!
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.