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Joshua E.

5.0 out of 5 stars
11 repeat clients
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Joshua E.

5.0 out of 5 stars
11 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $50 per night

Highlights

Joshua has Star Sitter status!
Basic background check
21 years of experience
Home full time
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Pet Lover

For my entire life, I have either grown up with a dog or been around family and friends' pets. Small, medium, or large it doesn't matter. I'm an absolute dog lover and growing up I had a golden retriever and weimaraner as personal fur babies! Ever since moving to Chicago, I've been away from pets, so I would love to get the chance to be around yours and take care of them as my own. Additionally, I'm a runner so if anyone would prefer runs over walks then I'm your guy.

Qualifications

11 repeat pet parents
84% response rate
Usually responds within a few hours
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
21 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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56 ratings
Ashley R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Apr 05, 2026

Joshua has looked after my dog Newton for many years! I can always count on him and it gives me peace of mind knowing he’s in good hands when I’m gone. He even took Newton on a run along the lakefront. Highly recommend!

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Becky T.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Feb 07, 2026

Another great day! Thanks!!

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Becky T.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Feb 04, 2026

Josh is wonderful! We were so grateful to connect with him again after four years. It's comforting to know that Augie is getting the most compassionate and attentive care possible. We couldn't be happier!

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Austen B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Jan 25, 2026

Joshua was amazing and Larry had the best time. We would definitely recommend Joshua to all dog owners!

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Carol S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jan 06, 2026

Joshua was amazing! He was very responsive and made sure to send lots of pics of our sweet, older puppy. We will definitely be using him again.

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Samantha H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Oct 21, 2024

Excellent experience with Joshua! He was flexible with my last minute request and providing my dog with the best care.

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I’m currently working from home so I’ll be around all day to play with the pups. My girlfriend and I also live together so we’re able to tag team!

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

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

Safety, trust & environment

From growing up with a dog of my own, I realize that pets are family so when I take care of yours I will treat your baby as my own! With that, I'll make sure to send pictures and updates showing how great of a time your pet is having!

A typical day

We live super close to the lake, so a typical day would be a walk up and down the lake or a picnic out by it.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Joshua can host up to 2 pets per night
Let me know if your dog has any special needs beforehand, how they are around other dogs, etc. All the typical things that one usually asks.
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.