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Joyce H.

5.0 out of 5 stars
6 repeat clients
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Joyce H.

5.0 out of 5 stars
6 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $27 per visit

Highlights

Enhanced background check
25 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

An experienced, loving pet Mom!

I will care for your pets as if they were my own, with walks, playtime, mealtime visits, and/or potty breaks. After losing my two precious senior doggies in 2023 and 2024, I took a break from pet parenting, but we have recently opened our hearts and home to Xena, a 4-year old small pit bull who was abandoned by her former owners. My occasional Rover sitting as well as my full time job at an animal rescue organization gives me the joy of being with additional cats and dogs. I’m mature, organized, and responsible; respectful of what you want/expect in pet care. I’m comfortable with both large and small dogs, a good leash handler. With your instruction I am comfortable administering medications if necessary. For my cat parent clients, I will scoop or change litter, and provide playtime. I will adapt to your particular commands or key words to maintain consistency, as this helps both you and your pet.

Qualifications

6 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

When caring for your pets at your home for drop-in or play visits, you set the boundaries for what is acceptable to you. Please note that I do not take new clients without first scheduling a meet and greet to make sure it’s a great match and that I will be able to meet your expectations of care.

Ratings and reviews

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15 ratings
Mark B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Nov 07, 2025

Always feel comfort knowing that Joyce will take great care of it pet.

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Mark B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Nov 07, 2025

Amazing as always. We got so many photos, the pet areas were kept clean, and always on time.

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Mark B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Aug 12, 2025

Joyce is the best, always on time and keeps the pest areas very clean.

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Mark B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jan 21, 2025

Everything thing went so smoothly. Our cat Manny was well taken care of and got play time for drop in visits. Joyce made sure the food area and litter were extra clean and sent lots of photos. She even shoveled our sidewalk when it snowed! Talk about going the extra mile. I would highly recommend Joyce.

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Jeff K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Dec 24, 2024

Thanks!

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Cynthia G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Dec 01, 2023

Joyce was great! On time, cared for dogs wonderfully!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I have a full time job, so my daytime availability is limited, but I may be able to book services before and/or after work depending on dates and proximity to my home and office.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Joyce can host up to 2 drop-ins per day
Medical needs, vet info, any history of negative behavior towards strangers, your basic vocabulary in achieving what you expect from your pet. (Is it “go potty”, “make a poop”, or another term that gets the job done?) Little experience with giant breeds, but not intimidated.
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.