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Joe S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
27 repeat clients
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Joe S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
27 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $49 per night

Highlights

Joe has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
40 years of experience
Home full time
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

dogless dog guy seeks dog fix

Had my own dogs for much of my life but have traveled a lot until the past year or two and live alone, so am now dogless. PhD in psychology and experience training dogs as well. Mostly retired and able to set my own schedule. Rarely away from home except for grocery shopping and other errands. So quite flexible and able to spend a lot of time with your pet. Lots of dogs nearby so prefer a dog who gets along with most other dogs. I am also partial to med to large to giant dogs. No yard but am in a building with a lot of dogs and a nice neighborhood for walking. Walk 2.5 miles a day and happy to have a companion. Can walk or drive to two dog parks on Monroe in the city.

Qualifications

27 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
40 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Ratings and reviews

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64 ratings
Marianne B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 23, 2026

Thank you again Joe! Until next time with Coops!

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Shonali D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 18, 2026

Joe is wonderful with our pup, who can be a little nervous. She was super happy to stay with him again and even made some new friends in his building!

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Marianne B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 22, 2026

Joe thank you so much for taking such good care of Cooper! He came home happy and relaxed. We will definitely see you again!

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Shonali D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • May 08, 2026

Joe is awesome!! So patient and sweet with our senior dog.

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

Joe was punctual, attentive, communicative, and great with Penny who is an older dog! Thank you for taking such great care of her!

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Brenda O.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Feb 18, 2026

Joe is a great dog sitter! He clearly loves dogs and our Australian Cattle Dog mix was very comfortable and content staying with him. Joe sent us photos and brief updates daily. We’re very pleased and would definitely ask Joe to watch our dog again.

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Schedule

I am home full time and will be with your dog except for brief trips to run errands or exercise. Your dog will be my priority when s/he is with me.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I follow the instructions owners give me re feeding and medication. Generally take two longish walks a day (1-2 miles, depending on the dog's needs and ability) and two shorter walks.

A typical day

Frequent walks, play with toys. Happy to walk a mile to one of the dog parks on Monroe if your dog thinks that is a good idea.

16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time
Joe can host up to 1 pet per night
How your dog is with other dogs (prefer those who generally do well with other dogs), ability to walk well on a leash, any allergies or special needs. Anything else you would like for me to know.
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.