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Jonelle R.

5.0 out of 5 stars
4 repeat clients
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Jonelle R.

5.0 out of 5 stars
4 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $49 per night

Highlights

Enhanced background check
25 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication
Special needs experience

Pet care experience

Recently Retired Loving Pet Sitter

USE THIS LINK FOR $20.00 OFF FIRST BOOKING WITH ME https://www.rover.com/sit/jonelr56094 My name is Jonelle. I recently retired from The Office of the Chief Judge Circuit Court of Cook County. I have owned, fostered and rescued almost every type of animal from dogs, cats, rabbits and reptiles. I have volunteered at animal shelters as well. I have owned multiple dogs in my life and I am trained to administer medicine and CPR as well as senior dog care. I have fostered litters of abandoned wild bunnies as well as puppies.

Qualifications

4 repeat pet parents
84% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
50% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
First aid/CPR

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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16 ratings
Vaibhav R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 27, 2026

Jonelle was great with stella, and replied msgs on time and updated me about how Stella was doing. I would definitely recommend and rebook with jonelle for future. Thank you jonelle .

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Boarding • Feb 11, 2026

Jonelle R. cancelled a booking 4 days before it was scheduled to begin.

Gabriella R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Dec 08, 2025

I cannot rave enough about how wonderful Jonelle and her family are! They took such great care of my dog Topo! Topo is an anxious dog but shortly after being dropped off at Jonelle’s house, she was comfortable, playing fetch, and enjoying the company of her family and two pups! She was always sending me updates and photos which help me feel relieved all weekend. I truly would recommend Jonelle’s care if you want your pup to feel at home and be loved like family. Thank you so much Jonelle and family I know Topo had a blast!

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Nikki V.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Nov 09, 2025

My second time using Jonelle. I adore her entire family. Dakota is well taken care of there! She is very flexible with drop off and pick-up and is a dream to work with.

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Elizabeth G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Oct 13, 2025

Hands down one of the best sitters EVER! My cuddle bug had been going to her previous sitter for about 5 months and was still trying to warm up to them. However, after a week with Jonelle, Gina was wiggling her butt ready to go. One day she just walked into Jonelle's house without turning back to say bye or to whine. She's truly amazing and makes sure your dogs are treated as part of her family. Her family is just as great about letting your dog have space and build up comfort to bond with them. If you want someone who has great communication, is compassionate, and loves on your dogs (to the point you might consider your dog a traitor) then Jonelle is absolutely the person for you. All around a great person and sitter.

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Doggy Day Care • Sep 17, 2025

Jonelle R. cancelled a booking within a day of the start date.

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Schedule

I'm recently retired and animals are my true passion in life. I can think of no other way I would love to spend my time now then caring for animals. Rest assured I am always home. Your Pet will never be alone.

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 very large fenced in yard conveniently located near O'Hare if you are catching a flight and need your pet cared for. I have 2 shihtzu's who get along great with other dogs of all sizes. All animals will have free reign of my home. I will only crate if requested by the owner. I will treat your animals like my own. They will be allowed on my couch and my bed. It's important to me they feel comfortable as it can be intimidating to be in a new environment.

Pets

A typical day

We can go for daily walks with your permission ofcourse. I live 1 block away from a large park. (Hiawatha Park) I live in a very dog friendly neighborhood.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
No females in heat
Jonelle can host up to 2 pets per night
Let me know if you're dog has any special needs I need to accommodate. I am trained and certified in CPR and to administer any medication. Please note I am not trained to inject medicine. I can only administer oral medication.
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.