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Joshua S.

Dwight, IL

3.7 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
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Services

Joshua can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only

Joshua can care for

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

I currently work from home. My work schedule is very lax and subject to change in order to accommodate pet care. Of course, making sure that each room is stacked with the proper food, water, and equipment whenever i’m leaving the house is part of my routine, and is of paramount importance to me.

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About Joshua S.

Communication

6 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
50% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

5 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I live in a one bedroom apartment. I like to distribute the dogs evenly amongst the bedroom and living room, depending on compatibility between pups. Then the rooms are stacked with toys, food, and water. From there, it’s just a matter of making sure the pups receive adequate exercise. This can be accomplished through ball play in a smaller space, Fetch, or light jogging outside.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

Information Joshua S. would like to know about your pet

Spatial and social preferences (Is your pet antisocial? Is your pet claustrophobic? Do they get extremely uncomfortable in the heat or cold?) provide extremely useful context for taking care of your loved one. Dietary needs and general behavioral tendencies (potty schedule, sleep schedule, etc) are also extremely helpful.

A typical day

When I look after your dog, I’ll be home with them most of the time. We’ll go on walks and jogs, play fetch, and cuddle. I’m very attentive to the needs of pets and always treat my furry guests like they’re my best friends.. I look forward to meeting your special fur baby!

Location

Dwight, IL

Joshua S.'s Neighborhood

Your pup’s home away from home 🏡♥️

Pet care experience

Hello, I’m Joshua, or “Shua” for short! I’m very personable with both people and pets. I’m a driven, energetic, and playful person who lives for moments of 1 on 1 connection with animals. I don’t have any dogs of my own, but I have accumulated so much pet sitting experience through Rover. I’ve had the privilege of caring for a diverse range of pups, including Black Labs, Retrievers, Shih-Tzus, Goldendoodles.. You name it, I’ve cuddled it! Through my pet sitting experience, I see myself as an adoptive pet parent. I LOVE that my apartment is rarely empty, and a fur baby is always in reach ♥️🐶 I live in the suburban neighborhood of Spring Branch. I love how much there is to do here. It’s great for running, playing, or any other activity a dog’s heart may desire. My apartment complex has a large yard with lots of open space and grass for my furry guests to play. I play soccer competitively and practice every day. I also enjoy running and cooking. My favorite shows are Suits and How I Met Your Mother. I love watching TV with friends and family. I got a 30 on my ACT and take pride in being able to find creative and intelligent solutions to any problem I’m faced with while dog sitting. Feel free to reach out with any questions!! I am an open book and ALWAYS looking to provide a better pet experience with each new booking.

Reviews

Andria M.
Boarding • Jul 04, 2024
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Took wonderful care of our fur baby. Joshua is a great person. Thoughtful and clearly loves animals. (Super convenient for us!) We will absolutely be using him again ❤️

Boarding • Jun 22, 2024

Joshua S. cancelled a booking after the stay began.

Jeffrey B.
Boarding • Jun 12, 2024
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Booked for an out-of-state trip. Didn’t show up at the scheduled place and time of drop off. Cannot be contacted. Had to change my travel plans last minute.

Ebony J.
Boarding • Apr 21, 2024
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Great for last minute trip. Thank you!

About Joshua S.

Communication

6 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
50% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

5 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I live in a one bedroom apartment. I like to distribute the dogs evenly amongst the bedroom and living room, depending on compatibility between pups. Then the rooms are stacked with toys, food, and water. From there, it’s just a matter of making sure the pups receive adequate exercise. This can be accomplished through ball play in a smaller space, Fetch, or light jogging outside.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

Information Joshua S. would like to know about your pet

Spatial and social preferences (Is your pet antisocial? Is your pet claustrophobic? Do they get extremely uncomfortable in the heat or cold?) provide extremely useful context for taking care of your loved one. Dietary needs and general behavioral tendencies (potty schedule, sleep schedule, etc) are also extremely helpful.

A typical day

When I look after your dog, I’ll be home with them most of the time. We’ll go on walks and jogs, play fetch, and cuddle. I’m very attentive to the needs of pets and always treat my furry guests like they’re my best friends.. I look forward to meeting your special fur baby!

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Joshua S.

Dwight, IL

3.7 out of 5 stars
12 reviews