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Joshua L.

4.9 out of 5 stars
5 repeat clients
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Joshua L.

4.9 out of 5 stars
5 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $28 per night

Highlights

Basic background check
20 years of experience
Home full time
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

I love animals!!

Hi I’m Josh. I recently moved to Tampa from California. I have a one year old golden doodle and before I had two dogs of my own for 15 years that just recently passed away. I was in the Air Force for 8 years and now I work in advertising sales. I am very active and I love being in the outdoors. I love taking dogs on walks. I am very relaxed and have no problem allowing your furry friend to be on the furniture or to sleep in bed with me. I work from home, so your pet will always have company . I am the only one in the house so I will make sure to give your animal tons of love.

Qualifications

5 repeat pet parents
60% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
80% bookings with photo updates
20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience

Ratings and reviews

4.9
stars
17 ratings
Kerry M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 19, 2026

We couldn't be happier with Nicco staying with Josh (and Dodger)! while we were traveling. We're so happy that we found someone that we trust. Nicco was so calm and comfortable there (sometimes I think he forgot about us!), and he definitely got a lot of love. Josh sent pictures, updates and was were super quick and responsive! When we picked him up it felt like he'd been on vacation. We would absolutely book with again without hesitation. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a trustworthy, caring, and dependable dog sitter!

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Amber P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Nov 28, 2023

Josh took great care of my pup Sarge on relatively short notice around the holidays. Would recommend and will definitely book again!

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Mary R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 05, 2021

Parker was well cared for under Josh and we enjoyed pictures while in his care of Parker...we will re book again....Thanks for everything Josh....

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Mackenzie K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 08, 2021

I’ve never used this app before so trusting my dog with a stranger was hard. We met with him before hand with our dog to see if they were a good fit. He kept us updated the whole time and there was good communication! He also sent photos of our dog being loved. I am definitely using him and his partner again. I highly recommend! ?

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Shannon F.
4.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • May 05, 2021

I needed to find a sitter last minute, and was relieved that Josh was available. My little old pug needs lots of snuggles and personal contact. She can't do stairs anymore, doesn't see too well, and thankfully Josh's place was a perfect little spot for her to settle in for a week. Her and I don't separate often, so I would ask for updates and such, I would get pix of her nestled in blankets. Using him again in a few weeks...I'm glad she'll be loved while I'm away!

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Carli B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • May 04, 2021

Joshua was great with Brian he was well cared for and had a great time I would definitely recommend him to anyone!

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Schedule

I work from home so your pet will have constant love and care. I provide constant care and walks throughout the day. I have a nice dog park in my complex.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I provide constant affection and take them on walks throughout the day. I follow whatever instructions given by each owner. I also will provide photos of their stay while they are here.

Pets

A typical day

I will play in the house with balls and stuffed toys. We also go on walks a few times a day. If is is ok with the owner I also take my visitors to the dog park that is near me.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Non-neutered males accepted, spayed females only
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time
Joshua can host up to 1 pet per night
Let me know if your animal has special needs, I usually have no problem complying to what ever special instructions that are given. Your animal is in good hands.
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.