Joe D.
Joe D.
Contact for Dog Walking
from $15 per walk
Highlights
Pet care experience
Reliability and Care Guaranteed
I’m originally from Birmingham and recently completed three years of Peace Corps service, where reliability, responsibility, and adaptability were essential parts of daily life. Prior to that, I worked for a year at an animal hospital, gaining hands-on experience with dogs of all ages and temperaments. I’m comfortable administering medication, following detailed care instructions, and responding calmly to unexpected situations. I take pet care seriously and focus on providing a safe, consistent, and low-stress environment. Whether caring for energetic puppies or senior pets with special needs, I’m attentive, patient, and committed to making sure animals feel comfortable and well cared for while their owners are away.
Qualifications
Safety, trust & environment
When caring for pets in a client’s home, I prioritize safety, trust, and consistency with the pet’s normal routine. I follow all care instructions closely, keep doors and gates secure, and make sure the home is respected and left exactly as I found it. I pay close attention to pets’ behavior, health, and comfort, and I provide regular updates so owners feel confident their pets are in good hands. I have reliable transportation, which allows me to safely take dogs to nearby parks and walking trails when appropriate, and I enjoy spending time outdoors to give pets proper exercise and enrichment. Whether it’s feeding, walks, playtime, medication, or quiet companionship, I focus on creating a calm, dependable environment so pets feel safe and cared for while their owners are away.
Ratings and reviews
Joe was a great pet sitter. Good communication, arrived on time. Our good boy Scooby loved hanging out with him. Joe sent photos letting us know he and Scooby were getting along well. Highly recommend Joe!
Took great care of my dog during his drop in. Thank you!
I trusted Joe with my former service dog, now retired, and our home. And we cannot speak highly enough about his services. Our dog liked Joe immediately, he followed all our housesitting instructions, and our dog was happy and healthy when we returned. Joe communicated in a timely and clear way. He showed up on time and dressed like a responsible professional for our initial meeting. And he exceeded our expectations. We will definitely use Joe again.
Joe is a great guy and I feel comfortable knowing that Brody is in great hands. Joe is always quick to respond, has veterinary knowledge from working in a vet clinic and definitely passionate about animals. No doubt he treats them as his own. I highly recommend Joe.
Joe is amazing with my puppy Millie. He has lots of background and experience working with dogs of all shapes and sizes so he really knows what he's doing and is very trustworthy. Millie took to him immediately and loves playing and hanging out with him. He's the only one that could get her to be calm and take her meds. If you choose him as a caregiver for your pet, know that your fur baby would be in great hands and would get lots of playtime and love.
Joe is the best dog sitter I know! He worked at a vet's office during high school and is familiar with different animals and how to best care for each one. My dog is excited when I go out of town because of the extra attention she receives! Also, he is reliable and always on time! :)
Calendar and availability
Schedule
I’m currently working part-time remote job and have an open schedule on weekdays and can work with different scheduling if needed. As for the weekends I’m free and can assist at any point!
- 0 to 15 lbs16 to 40 lbs41 to 100 lbsover 101 lbsJoe can host up to 4 walks per day
- Does your pet have any allergies, medication, or certain preferences? What’s his or her favorite treat? What’s your pets favorite way to burn off energy?