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Joie A.

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Lonsdale, MN

Contact for Boarding

from $45 per night

These prices are for 1 dog.

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

Highlights

Enhanced background check
15 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Dogwood Bed & Biscuit / Small Dogs

Hi, I am Joie, an experienced and caring pet sitter, dog foster, and owner of Dogwood Bed & Biscuit. I have had furry family members my whole life and have also been a dog foster for over 15 years. I just absolutely love all animals. I strive to provide a safe, fun home for the little dogs under 40 lbs. Ages 12 weeks to senior. I am experienced administering meds. Dogs are welcome to sleep wherever they are most comfortable, and I have more toys than most pet stores, as well as dog beds scattered throughout the house. I also have a dog door to the backyard; dogs are welcome to come and go to enjoy the sun in a safe, fenced-in yard or stay inside snuggled in a cozy bed. I can provide a kennel if the owner prefers. I will accept unneautered/unspayed pups but will not sit more than one at a time. I host meet-and-greets with all new families to ensure I am a good fit for your pup. I do work downtown in the afternoons on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, but am home all day on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and weekends. I do not offer house-sitting or drop-ins, but I am available for dog daycare and boarding. I can also possibly provide pickups and drop-offs within a certain radius for an additional fee. Feel free to reach out anytime with questions or concerns... I look forward to meeting you!

Qualifications

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

Ratings and reviews

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Ania H.
Sep 16, 2026

I have known Joie for years and she is an experienced, knowledgeable pet sitter. She is patient, compassionate and genuinely loves animals. She has the innate ability to put an animal at ease, making them feel comfortable and safe. Her excellent problem solving skills make her the perfect pet caregiver should an emergency situation should arise and it should be noted she has CPR First Aid training. I recommend Joie to anyone seeking a loving , responsible pet sitter.

David M.
Sep 16, 2026

We felt completely at ease leaving our senior dog Louie with Joie - getting daily photo updates and coming home to a happy, relaxed pup made all the trip anxiety disappear!

Chloe J.
Sep 16, 2026

I love that my dog gets to be part of a real household rather than a noisy facility. Joie's own friendly rescue dogs welcomed ours right away, and they spent the weekend chasing toys in the yard and napping together in the sun. It felt less like a boarding service and more like leaving our dog with a loving relative.

Ashley M.
Sep 16, 2026

Joie goes above and beyond in the level of care she provides for my Alfie. She has a heart of gold, provides a brilliant time for the dogs, knows what she's doing with them, is worth every penny and then some! Best dog sitter we ever had. And her photo updates would reassure me and absolutely make my day! In every photo, Alfie was mid-air, ears back, going at full speed with a look of pure joy on his face. She has been flexible around my work schedule, goes above and beyond the call of duty to make sure that Alfie is taken care of when I'm away, and is just a really kind and lovely person who is a pleasure to interact with. I highly recommend her! Tanya, Alfie’s human

Olivia P.
Sep 16, 2026

Joie is fantastic with pets! She has an innate ability to communicate with animals and put them at ease. Even my anxious and timid dog loved her immediately. Her home is clean, and you can tell her dogs are family. I would definitely recommend Joie for any pet-sitting needs without hesitation.

Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I currently work from home on Tuesdays and Thursdays and can be home all day on weekends. My fiancé, Andrew, is home all day Nov - April, so someone would be available each day to provide care as well..

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I have a fenced-in yard and 2 fun, sweet pups that love new company. They can either be chill or playful depending on the circumstances. We also have a dog door for small dogs that want to use the backyard.

Pets

A typical day

We have a gazillion toys that stimulate different senses and interactive treat puzzles. We get daily exercise and playtime in the backyard, and in the summertime, we also set up the splash pad.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
No females in heat
Joie can host up to 3 pets per night
Please let me know if your dog has any fears, allergies, special behavior, dietary needs, or any other information you can provide. I can accommodate most any circumstance. All dogs must be friendly with other small dogs; we don't have any other pets on the premises.
These prices are for 1 dog.

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

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.

These prices are for 1 dog.

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