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Joe G.

5.0 out of 5 stars
32 repeat clients
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Joe G.

5.0 out of 5 stars
32 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $75 per night

Highlights

Joe has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
15 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication

Pet care experience

Certified Dog Trainer

🐾 About us Certified Dog Trainer (Animal Behavior College – Positive Reinforcement Based Training) I’ve been caring for dogs since I was a kid, and what started as helping family and friends turned into a true passion and profession. My wife and I both work from home, which means your dog receives consistent supervision, structure, and plenty of attention throughout the day. 📍 Located 10 minutes from O’Hare — perfect for travelers.

Qualifications

32 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
15 years of experience
Oral medication administration
First aid/CPR

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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111 ratings
Aimee G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 25, 2026

This was our second time having Joe watch our two dogs and they came home tired and happy so I know they had a great time. Joe is excellent about sending photos and updates which we greatly appreciate.

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Aimee G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 19, 2026

Joe and Jessica were able to help us with tricky last minute situation and made a stressful situation so much better. The minute we met Joe we knew our dogs were going to be well taken care of. We received regular updates and hilarious pictures throughout their stay. We would definitely strongly recommend Joe and Jessica and we wouldn't hesitate to use them again!

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Stacey E.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 09, 2026

Joe is truly the best and takes amazing care of our Millie. He is so great at communicating and sending photos. We are so grateful for him and she loves him!

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Madison W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • May 19, 2026

Joe has sat our 4 yr old energetic pup at least 10 times now! Otis loves staying with him, he’s well cared for and we get a bunch of pictures and updates throughout the day. Thanks Joe!

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Bernadine B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Mar 29, 2026

Joe is wonderful, our pup Max always looks so happy and really loves stayng with him.He takes time to play and give our pup mental stimulation as well as physical activity.

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Sarah T.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Mar 08, 2026

I really can not say enough wonderful things about Joe! He cared for our dog like he was his own and honestly our dog came back better trained then when we dropped him off! We had no worries about leaving our dog in his very capable and kind hands!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

🕒 Drop-Off & Pick-Up Hours Monday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM Thursday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM Friday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM Saturday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM Sunday: 12:30 PM – 9:00 PM Please select a specific 30-minute drop-off and pick-up window when booking. I ask that you arrive within that window so we can keep transitions smooth, organized, and stress-free for everyone. If anything changes, just communicate as early as possible — I completely understand that travel plans can shift.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has caged pets
Has 2 dogs, 2 cats
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture

Safety, trust & environment

🏡 Our Home & Philosophy We have a fully fenced yard and a dog-friendly home designed with safety in mind. Playtime is always supervised, and dogs only interact if we’re 100% confident they get along. It’s completely okay if your dog prefers people over other dogs — we respect every dog’s personality. Each dog enjoys free roaming, walks, and one-on-one interaction with us — they’re treated like part of the home, not just part of a group. 📋 Requirements Dogs must be crate trained and comfortable resting in a crate when needed. They must also be up to date on all required vaccinations to ensure the health and safety of every dog in our care. These standards help us maintain a calm, structured, and safe environment for everyone. 📸 Updates You’ll receive daily updates with photos so you can relax knowing your best friend is in great hands. 🐾 Our biggest priorities are ❤️ Love, 🛡 Safety, 🤝 Trust, and 🏡 Comfort. Our number one rule: no dog is ever put in a position where they feel they have to defend themselves.

Pets

A typical day

The most fun we have is when it’s time to interact. There’s a park two blocks from the house that we go to. However, when we go outside, its never just to walk around purposeless and endlessly until it’s time to come back home. We go out to learn, enjoy each other’s company and have a good time.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Unspayed females accepted, neutered males only
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only
Joe can host up to 3 pets per night
My dogs rest in their own crates and my cats free roam. As a Dog Trainer, I am a huge advocate for “Crate Training” especially for overnight care. Please let me know if your dog has any issues being in a crate, being around other dogs, small animals, people, or any other behavioral issues like resource guarding or separation anxiety. When requesting a booking please mention the following: Is your dog crate trained? Is your dog up-to-date on their vaccines? Does your dog have any allergies? What does a typical day look like for them? What's their favorite game to play?
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.