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Joy A.

5.0 out of 5 stars
12 repeat clients
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Joy A.

5.0 out of 5 stars
12 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

$35 total per visit

These prices are for 1 dog, including a booking fee of 11%.

Highlights

Basic background check
9 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Happy to care for your companions!

My family and I have had 2 dogs and found it a joy to raise them, so I understand the love & dedication that goes into caring for your pets. I've also had the privilege to cat-sit my former roommate's cat during my 4 years of living with them! I look forward to meet both you and your furry friends and hope to take part in caring for them as well. I have been part of Wag! and Rover since 2017. Thank you for your trust!

Cat care experience

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Can't wait to make more cat friends

Joy also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Qualifications

12 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
9 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

Meet and greets are a great way to show me the ropes when it comes to your specific companion(s) as well as having them become familiar with me before taking care of them by myself. I like to make notes on each pet regarding their food portions, personality, behaviors and special needs if necessary.

Ratings and reviews

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Maria C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jun 29, 2026

Joy was great! Sent updated pictures throughout our booking. Would book again.

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Mary K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Apr 29, 2026

Joy did a great job taking care of Howie!

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Tania K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Apr 02, 2026

It was great having Joy watch our two husky dogs. She kept us updated and ensured our dogs were safe. I would recommend and I'm sure our dogs look forward to seeing her again.

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Raul S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Feb 24, 2026

Joy is absolutely wonderful! Managing my dogs is no small task - Joy handles everything with patience, professionalism, and genuine care. It’s clear she truly loves animals and treated my dogs like they’re her own. She is reliable, communicative, and always keeps me updated with thoughtful notes and photos. I really appreciate how attentive she is to each dog’s personality and needs. Knowing they are in such capable hands gives me complete peace of mind. If you’re looking for someone trustworthy, responsible, and kind, I highly recommend Joy. We are so grateful to have found her!

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Rebecca N.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jan 20, 2026

Joy was absolutely wonderful with our dog! This was our first time having a dog sitter come to our home, and Joy made the experience so comfortable and stress-free. I could tell right away that Skye was treated with so much care and love. Joy kept us updated, took great care of her during walks, and was very attentive and thoughtful. We felt completely at ease knowing Skye was in such good hands. We will definitely be rebooking her in the future and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable and caring sitter! 🥰🐾

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Melody L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Nov 19, 2024

Joy was an amazing walker! Winnie loved her walks with Joy 🥰 She has great attention to detail and goes above and beyond!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I'm a student at SJSU, but summertime is around the corner! I will happily care for your companions if you book with me this summer. Kindly refer to my calendar availability 😊

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Joy can host up to 2 drop-ins per day
I prefer easy going dogs with good behavior. I also love gentle giants but can ONLY walk them if they don't pull or jump (I am petite after all). Please let me know if your pet is shy or anything else I might need to know. I’m more than happy to cater to their needs.
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.

These prices are for 1 dog, including a booking fee of 11%.