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John & Joanna W.

Star Sitter

Fairfax, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
93 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.

John & Joanna can host

0 to 15 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat

Availability

We're lucky to have a very flexible schedule, so we are home a lot with our family and dog. We spend a lot of time around the house.

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About John & Joanna W.

Communication

32 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

37 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

We care for a clients dog like it is our own. This means, meals, potty breaks, play time, a safe place to sleep away from others or take a break, a giant back yard and individual attention. The pet deserves respect from humans if we want respect from them.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information John & Joanna W. would like to know about your pet

Our dog gets along well with every dog she has met. She often shows them games we play such as chasing balls and toys around the back yard. She is gentle with smaller dogs and older dogs.

A typical day

I'm an early riser, so I get up and let dogs out while I make coffee. Breakfast for everyone, then an hour or two of chores around the house. Then we are frequently outside in our back yard for hours, sitting in our gazebo, playing with our dog Penny with balls or working in the back garden. We regularly spend at least 3-4 hours outside each day outside.

Location

Fairfax, VA

John & Joanna W.'s Neighborhood

Pets

John & Joanna W. have Star Sitter status

The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.

Mans Best Friend in a BIG Back Yard

Pet care experience

I've had dogs around my whole life. I'm patient with puppies, senior dogs, nervous dogs and high energy dogs. I've potty trained several dogs and 1.5 humans. 42 years ago, a dog taught me how to walk.

Reviews

Stephanie R.
Doggy Day Care • Jun 29, 2026
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Great experience! Our puppy is a rescue and was very scared at first, but Joanna was patient and helped her calm down before I left. I only needed help for an hour while I attended a doctors appointment and when I came back, Luna was smiling big, happy, and clearly had a great time. I am sure she will be excited to go back! Thank you, Joanna, for loving our little pup as much as we do!

Shainai J.
Boarding • Jun 28, 2026
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From the very first meet and greet, Joanna was so sweet with our Jersey boy. By the time we dropped him off for his stay, he ran straight to her without even saying bye to us 😂 Joanna kept us updated the whole time with pictures and videos, and it was so clear that Jersey got attached to her so quickly. On top of that, Joanna has such a wonderful sense of humor and personality. She made us feel comfortable from the start, which made leaving Jersey with her so much easier. You can truly tell she loves dogs with her whole heart, and it shows in the way she cares for them. It gave us so much peace of mind knowing Jersey was not only well taken care of, but also loved and completely spoiled by Joanna and her family. Thank you so much for treating our fur baby like one of your own and making him feel right at home. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience. We’ll definitely be booking with Joanna and John again!

Areez A.
Boarding • Jun 28, 2026
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We are always grateful for John and Joanna for taking good care of our girl. She loves them and is most happy to be with them 😊 We trust them fully to care for her when we are away.

Katrina C.
Boarding • Jun 27, 2026
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Our doxie always has a great stay with Joanna and John! We know is is in the best hands 🤍

About John & Joanna W.

Communication

32 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

37 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

We care for a clients dog like it is our own. This means, meals, potty breaks, play time, a safe place to sleep away from others or take a break, a giant back yard and individual attention. The pet deserves respect from humans if we want respect from them.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information John & Joanna W. would like to know about your pet

Our dog gets along well with every dog she has met. She often shows them games we play such as chasing balls and toys around the back yard. She is gentle with smaller dogs and older dogs.

A typical day

I'm an early riser, so I get up and let dogs out while I make coffee. Breakfast for everyone, then an hour or two of chores around the house. Then we are frequently outside in our back yard for hours, sitting in our gazebo, playing with our dog Penny with balls or working in the back garden. We regularly spend at least 3-4 hours outside each day outside.

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John & Joanna W.

Star Sitter

Fairfax, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
93 reviews