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Joi S.

Lorton, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
82 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.

Joi can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only

Joi can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs

Availability

I have my own consulting business and work from home full time. On occasion I'll have lunch meetings or errands to run, but never for more than a couple hours.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Joi S.

Communication

42 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a small fenced yard for potty breaks. My dogs are dog and people friendly, but will give signals and respect for personal space.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Joi S. would like to know about your pet

My main objective is to build a trusting relationship with the owners and a bond with the pet. I aim for my fur-clients to look forward to our time together and give owners peace of mind. My main questions are: 1) Is your dog friendly with dogs of all sizes? 2) What is their general personality and temperament? 3) Is your dog FULLY house-trained? 4) Is you dog up to date on vaccinations, rabies and flea/tick/heart worm preventatives? 5) who is your dogs vet? 6) has your dog ever bitten/attacked another dog or ever been bitten/attacked by another dog? I realize this may seem like overkill, but my dog was attacked by a Rover boarding dog a few years ago, so I am very cautious.

A typical day

Lots of play time with the right amount of boundaries. We take walks several times a day for their enjoyment and my sanity. :) Hiking, jogging, nose work, puzzles, fetch and belly rubs are all on the menu.

Location

Lorton, VA

Joi S.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Dog momming is hard!

Pet care experience

If I could do life all over again, I would be a veterinarian and run a shelter. I’ve had pets of all kinds my entire life and sometimes like them better than some people, if we’re being honest. 😉 I have volunteered and fostered for a well known local animal rescue for the past several years, taking in fosters and getting them ready for their forever home. I love nurturing dogs from being unsure and scared from shelter life, to being happy, loved and confident. I currently have 2 dogs, a senior Yorkie and a young GSD mix. They are my children, and yours will be too! I have had pets cross the rainbow bridge and it taught me a lot about senior care and medications, so you can feel confident with that as well. I’ve used Rover as a client and I give to my fur-families what I expected from my walkers/sitters - PEACE OF MIND knowing your baby is safe, happy, loved and spoiled. I work from home and have good flexibility with my schedule. My backyard is townhouse small. It's great for potty breaks, but not running around. We take several walks a day for exercise and enrichment. Safety and comfort are my top priorities, so please note that I do not consider pets without a full profile, temperament description, full vaccinations, vet information, etc. Also, my home has all hardwood floors, so dogs with a fear of them, probably wouldn't be very happy here. 😢 Lastly, I am unable to board (for overnight or daycare) any dog, puppies included, that is not FULLY house trained.

Reviews

Kathryn A.
Drop-In Visits • Nov 26, 2022
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Joi gives me the peace of mind to travel and know my baby is safe and happy! Been working with her for almost four years and have always felt she goes above and beyond each time!!

Barbara D.
Boarding • Jul 17, 2022
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Jodi was awesome. Super flexible and sent lots of pics! I really felt like she was a true dog lover. My dog seemed To have a great time playing with her fur babies. I would recommend her to anyone!

Kathryn A.
Drop-In Visits • Apr 16, 2022
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Joi takes care of my baby as if he was her own!! Best all around!!

Erin L.
Boarding • Feb 21, 2022
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Joi feels like family to us! Finn loves her and her house and her 3 dogs, which is comforting when we’re away. Finn has had trouble with other Rover options and struggles with some dogs, but at Joi’s there is only happiness, snuggles and play time! She texts pictures and is very communicative. We always appreciate when Finn gets to stay with Joi!

About Joi S.

Communication

42 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a small fenced yard for potty breaks. My dogs are dog and people friendly, but will give signals and respect for personal space.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Joi S. would like to know about your pet

My main objective is to build a trusting relationship with the owners and a bond with the pet. I aim for my fur-clients to look forward to our time together and give owners peace of mind. My main questions are: 1) Is your dog friendly with dogs of all sizes? 2) What is their general personality and temperament? 3) Is your dog FULLY house-trained? 4) Is you dog up to date on vaccinations, rabies and flea/tick/heart worm preventatives? 5) who is your dogs vet? 6) has your dog ever bitten/attacked another dog or ever been bitten/attacked by another dog? I realize this may seem like overkill, but my dog was attacked by a Rover boarding dog a few years ago, so I am very cautious.

A typical day

Lots of play time with the right amount of boundaries. We take walks several times a day for their enjoyment and my sanity. :) Hiking, jogging, nose work, puzzles, fetch and belly rubs are all on the menu.

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Joi S.

Lorton, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
82 reviews