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Joel W.

Claremont, Arlington, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
43 reviews
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Services

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.

Joel can host

0 to 15 lbs
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

Joel can care for

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old

Availability

My wife and I work but our teenage boys get home around 3. Your dog will never be away from humans for more than 4 hours.

Available
Not available
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Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Joel W.

Communication

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

Dog skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

We have a small fenced yard There’s plenty of space to be a dog inside as well. We will make sure your pup get love and exercise in abundance.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs, has cats
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Joel W. would like to know about your pet

Let me know what makes your dog’s day. Are there favorite toys you dog enjoys? Does he or she need extra love during thunderstorms? Please let me know if you have any important house rules we should keep up with while you are gone. Dolce and Kira are allowed on the bed and furniture and so would your pup if you are ok with that

A typical day

Callioe, Kira and I will keep your friend entertained. They are both well socialized rescue dogs used to pups of of all sizes. We will take walks and if you approve go to the dog park. We have two active teenage boys to help keep the energy level up.

Location

Arlington, VA

Joel W.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Dogs are family

Pet care experience

Dogs have always been part of my life. My wife and I long ago decided our family wasn’t complete without a big goofy dog (or two) in it. We have got two active boys to play with as well. Dogs are family. They are an integral part of our family life. We love taking our dogs Calliope and Kira, to Shirlington dog park for long romps.

Reviews

Lauren K.
Boarding • mai 13, 2026
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Theo loved his stay with Joel! Lots of attention, play time, and updates! Would absolutely recommend Joel’s service; we’ll be back again!

Wendy D.
Boarding • oct. 02, 2024
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It was our first time using Rover and having anyone outside of our immediate family watch Sherlock. We had a meet-and-greet the week before we went on our weekend trip. We came back to a happy and tired puppy. We know that Sherlock loved playing with Joel's dogs!

Lacy J.
Boarding • sept. 28, 2024
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Joel and his family took excellent care of my puppy and provided tons of updates! Would repeat!

Daniel H.
Boarding • août 23, 2024
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Joel and his family took excellent care of my dog when I was away for 10 days! He was communicative, relaxed, and sent lots of pictures and updates. They have dogs, so are really good with them and provide a safe, fun, stable environment. I will definitely use Joel again!

About Joel W.

Communication

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

Dog skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

We have a small fenced yard There’s plenty of space to be a dog inside as well. We will make sure your pup get love and exercise in abundance.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs, has cats
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Joel W. would like to know about your pet

Let me know what makes your dog’s day. Are there favorite toys you dog enjoys? Does he or she need extra love during thunderstorms? Please let me know if you have any important house rules we should keep up with while you are gone. Dolce and Kira are allowed on the bed and furniture and so would your pup if you are ok with that

A typical day

Callioe, Kira and I will keep your friend entertained. They are both well socialized rescue dogs used to pups of of all sizes. We will take walks and if you approve go to the dog park. We have two active teenage boys to help keep the energy level up.

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Joel W.

Claremont, Arlington, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
43 reviews