joel k.
joel k.
Contact for Boarding
from $35 per night
Highlights
Pet care experience
WFH & Pup Approved 💻🐶
Hey! My name is pronounced Joelle, but you can call me Jo! 😊 I live in Austin and absolutely love being here! I spent the last 5 years working as a nanny and now work remotely in sales. I live alone, which means I’m able to give your pup lots of one-on-one attention, companionship, and care throughout the day. One of my favorite things about where I live is that my apartment is right next to a 7-mile trail! I’m very active and typically start my mornings with a 30-minute walk. I also love taking walking breaks throughout my workday, so your pup can easily join me for walks, fresh air, and some outdoor adventure! 🐾 Since I work from home, your pup won’t be left alone for long periods of time. I’m around throughout the day for potty breaks, playtime, walks, cuddles, and anything else they may need. I love having a furry coworker around while I work! I offer dog walking, drop-in visits, and overnight stays. I’m very routine-oriented and will do my best to maintain your pet’s normal schedule so they feel comfortable, happy, and secure while you’re away. When pets stay with me, they truly become part of the family. Whether that means joining me on a morning walk, cozying up next to my desk while I work, having a play session, getting belly rubs, or simply having someone around throughout the day, they’ll receive lots of love, attention, and companionship. I’ll also send regular photo and video updates so you can relax knowing your pup is safe, happy, and being cared for like they’re my own! ❤️🐾
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
Joel was absolutely amazing with Evy! She sent daily pictures and updates, which gave me so much peace of mind while I was away. It was clear that Evy was loved and cared for like she was part of the family. Joelle made my fur baby feel right at home, and I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a caring, reliable sitter, and I will definitely be booking with her again!!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Joel was able to accommodate my last minute request for a sitter and went above and beyond. She constantly sent frequent updates about my dog and included a plethora of pics to ease my mind and show me how much my dog was enjoying his stay. Highly recommend her!
Joelle has been an amazing help for our family. Always been a reliable care taker of our 2 dogs…she has become our go to girl for taking them on walks multiple times a week and for overnights when we travel for vacation or work!! Thank you so much Joelle for taking care of our fur babies!!
Joelle has been helping with my dogs, Hudson and Lily, for a while now and has been great. She regularly stops by my house while I’m at work to take them for walks and check on them, which has been a huge help. My dogs are always excited to see her, and it’s obvious they’re comfortable with her. As a dog owner, it can be hard to trust someone with both your pets and your home, but I’ve never had any concerns with Joelle. She’s reliable, easy to communicate with, and always shows up when she says she will. I’d definitely recommend her to anyone looking for someone trustworthy to help care for their dogs.
Joelle has been a nanny with us for over a year and we have a dog ourselves that she takes care of when we are out of town! She’s great with our kids and takes great care of our dog as well.. she’s very hands on and loving and someone we trust dearly
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Schedule
Because I work from home, your pet won't be spending their day alone. They're a part of my daily routine and get plenty of attention, love, and supervision throughout the day. I genuinely enjoy spending time with animals, whether that's playing fetch in the yard, tossing around their favorite toy (feel free to bring their favorite!), going for walks, handing out treats, or just relaxing together on the couch. My dog, Spade, is friendly, well-trained, and loves having company too. Every pet is different, so I do my best to follow their normal routine and make them feel right at home. Whether they need extra exercise, medication, lots of cuddles, or simply someone nearby to make them feel comfortable, I'm happy to adapt to what makes them happiest!!
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
I treat every pet like they’re part of my family! They’re welcome to sleep on my bed, cuddle on the couch, hang out with me while I work, and get plenty of attention throughout the day. I love taking them on walks, playing with them, giving treats (with your approval!), and making sure they get lots of love and belly rubs. ❤️ I’ll also stick to their normal feeding, potty, and sleep routines so they feel comfortable and right at home!
A typical day
I love to stimulate your dogs physically and mentally, the first thing upon waking is a 30 minute outside walk before it gets hot out. We’ll play a bunch of interactive games like fetch in the backyard, check out all the exciting new smells in my quiet neighborhood, and explore the large, grassy park located right near my house for plenty of exercise!! At night when it’s cooler again we will go on another 30 minute walking before snuggling up in the bed!
- 0 to 15 lbs16 to 40 lbs41 to 100 lbsover 101 lbsSpayed and neutered dogs onlyNo females in heatjoel can host up to 3 pets per night
- Please let me know if your dog has any special medical needs, dietary restrictions, or specific behaviors I should account for. My preference is for breeds that are generally well-socialized, but I am happy to discuss any unique quirks or training goals you are currently working on