Joshua S.
Joshua S.
Contact for Boarding
from $63 per night
Highlights
Pet care experience
Loving Animals, One Dog at a Time
What sets me apart is my deep, real-life experience and love for animals. For the past year, I’ve been the primary caregiver for a 6-year-old golden retriever rescue, which has taught me patience, consistency, and how to meet a dog exactly where they are—especially when trust and routine really matter. I also grew up with two golden retrievers, so caring for dogs has always been a natural part of my life. In addition, I spent four months caring for a beautiful cat on a farm in North Carolina, giving me hands-on experience with cats and different living environments. I treat every animal as if they’re my own, with genuine attention, affection, and respect for their individual needs.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
Joshua was so helpful taking care of my senior dog Bubbles while I was in Salt Lake City for a meeting! I was sure she was having a good time with her new buddy. :)
Joshua was very responsive. We made a last minute reservation when we decided to visit Temple Square. He took great care of Finn, knowing that our pup has some anxiety when separated from us. Sent pics and updates and asked questions when Finn was whining, which he normally does. Made our day great knowing Finn was in good hands and well taken care of. Would not hesitate to use Joshua if we are ever back in SLC
Joshua was very easy to work with, responsible, and quick to respond. He watched our old anxious pug for 4 nights and made him feel right at home. 10/10 would hook again with Joshua.
Joshua was so good with Pippi! He sent photos and kept us in the loop the entire time. We’ll definitely be using him again!
Joshua was patient and kind with my dog, who's had a hard time historically with other people because of separation anxiety. Lukas, my dog, got the attention and respect he needed and came back happy, making me feel much more at ease leaving him with someone else. I'll definitely be a repeat customer!
I'm always anxious about finding a sitter for my dog. Josh was incredible. He had a great setup, and Lucca was very well taken care of. That's not easy to do with a husky, but Josh did it exceedingly well. After a 7 night trip, my dog was happy, well cared for, and healthy. Josh was really great at communicating, and really cared about learning Lucca's routines and normal rhythms to provide the best care for him. I would definitely book again, and highly recommend.
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Schedule
Pet care fits naturally into my daily routine. I have open availability and do all of my schoolwork from home, so I’m able to be present, flexible, and attentive throughout the day. On occasion, I may need to step away for a few hours for work once or twice a week, but I always plan ahead to make sure pets are comfortable, exercised, and cared for before and after. Because I’m home most of the time, I can easily adjust my schedule around feeding, walks, playtime, and companionship. I have a small dog park like literally right across the street from me so it's perfect!!
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
I care for pets as if they’re my own, giving them the best love and attention I can. I make sure they get healthy meals, regular exercise, and plenty of affection. Whether in my home or a client’s home, I focus on creating a calm, safe, and loving environment where pets feel comfortable and happy. I also have plenty of friends with dogs in the building and area where they can call meet and play!
A typical day
I love to go on dog walks! I really enjoy taking them to a dog park and throwing the ball around with them as well as just playing with them. Dogs and cats have a blast but I think I may have more fun. They do so much for me!
- Cats0 to 15 lbs16 to 40 lbs41 to 100 lbsDogs over 1 year oldTakes only 1 client at a timeJoshua can host up to 1 pet per night
- Please let me know about the size of your pets ahead of time I have a smaller apartment but my apartment complex is extremely dog friendly!