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Joe D.

Allen, TX

4.8 out of 5 stars
96 reviews
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Services

Joe can care for

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

Availability

I am a retired History professor and care for pets full time. I enjoy all sorts of animals and love to learn about their unique personalities. For example, I love to take more active dogs for long walks.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About Joe D.

Communication

34 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I feed, water and clean up after cats and dogs - and any other pets you might have. I offer walks and back yard play along with love and praise.

Information Joe D. would like to know about your pet

Most important is medications and feeding / watering instructions. What can (special toy?) and can’t the pet play with and where? How old, healthy and active is the pet? Are there triggering actions that scare your pet - like loud noises? How do you deal with it? How can I make sure your pet is comfortable?

A typical day

Many dogs love to play chase and run-in-a circle in the backyard (fetch is also popular). Most dogs love a walk around the block as well. They also appreciate old fashioned petting and praise. Cats love to chase toys and play peekaboo. Guinea Pigs like lap cuddles.

Location

Allen, TX

Joe D.'s Neighborhood

Pets

I love your pets

Pet care experience

I have experience as a professional pet sitter and I’ve owned many pets (five dogs, four cats, and a Guinea pigs) since I was a kid.

Cat care experience

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I Love Cats

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

Reviews

Abhijit W.
Drop-In Visits • May 13, 2026
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Joe was a wonderful in-home cat-sitter. He followed all the directions to the letter, came for an initial visit and was extremely communicative with all issues and concerns. He gave timely updates and was on time always. If possible, I would love to have Joe come back and take care of the cats in the future! Joe, you are AWESOME!

Rom G.
Drop-In Visits • Apr 29, 2026
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Joe is great. This is my first time using this service. I was very nervous. Worked out very well. Joe took the dog on different walks that I have not been on around my neighborhood.

Judi S.
Dog Walking • Apr 17, 2026
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Joe is always reliable and goes above and beyond when taking care of Cooper. Thank you, Joe. I really appreciate you covering our last-minute schedule change.

Anna M.
Drop-In Visits • Apr 06, 2026
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Amazing 😀

About Joe D.

Communication

34 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I feed, water and clean up after cats and dogs - and any other pets you might have. I offer walks and back yard play along with love and praise.

Information Joe D. would like to know about your pet

Most important is medications and feeding / watering instructions. What can (special toy?) and can’t the pet play with and where? How old, healthy and active is the pet? Are there triggering actions that scare your pet - like loud noises? How do you deal with it? How can I make sure your pet is comfortable?

A typical day

Many dogs love to play chase and run-in-a circle in the backyard (fetch is also popular). Most dogs love a walk around the block as well. They also appreciate old fashioned petting and praise. Cats love to chase toys and play peekaboo. Guinea Pigs like lap cuddles.

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Joe D.

Allen, TX

4.8 out of 5 stars
96 reviews