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Joyce L.

5.0 out of 5 stars
1 repeat client
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Joyce L.

5.0 out of 5 stars
1 repeat client

Contact for Boarding

from $35 per night

Highlights

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

Pet care experience

Clean & Caring Vet Student

I’ve pet sat since high school, rescued many dogs and had my own pets. I will keep your home clean, care deeply for your pets, send updates, and enjoy lung walks and run if needed.

Qualifications

1 repeat pet parent
95% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
12 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience

Ratings and reviews

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4 ratings
Hannah M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • May 19, 2026

Joyce was great and Hachi loved her! She sent lots of pictures and videos of their time together. Will definitely be booking with her again!

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Rebecca Z.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Nov 10, 2025

Joyce was incredible with Olivia!!! She was super responsive, sent lots of updates, and Olivia seemed to have a wonderful time with her. She will be our first go to if we ever need a sitter for our sweet girl!

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Malia W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Sep 02, 2025

Joyce was great, she was very communicative leading up to the stay and the whole time during the stay. The dogs were at ease when I got home which is always a great feeling. The house was left exactly as I left it as well. I would recommend Joyce and can hopefully use her again!

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Lauren K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Aug 15, 2025

Joyce was absolutely outstanding with my pets!!! She treated them as if they were her own and gave me daily updates and photos of them!! 100% will be using her again to watch my dogs, she’s the sweetest!!

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Ashika S.
Aug 04, 2025

My dogs and cat love Joyce! Joyce has been phenomenal watching them while I'm away. She really gets to know their personalities and quirks and treats them as if they're her own. They love her and are so excited to see her. She is very professional, and she also sends updates and photos.

Kelsey T.
Aug 01, 2025

Joyce is kind, reliable and wonderful with my dog. There have been several times I've needed to adjust my plans last minute and Joyce is always willing to work with me. She's wonderful with communication and I love getting the photos she sends. Most importantly, my dog loves her! You won't be disappointed.

Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I am a third-year veterinary student. I can spend most weekends at your house with your pup, and during the weekdays, I will take care of them between classes and all night.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in an apartment
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I enjoy maintaining a consistent environment, providing fresh water, serving meals on time, and engaging in playtime with your pets. I send photo or video updates and always ensure that everything is left clean.

A typical day

I enjoy taking them for long or short walks or running if they physically can. Otherwise, I like to play at home and cuddle with them.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only
Takes only 1 client at a time
Joyce can host up to 1 pet per night
Please let me know if your dog requires any medication, has any allergies, or has any other medical conditions. Additionally, inform me about any specific behaviors you would like me to monitor or any things I should avoid in order to provide the best possible care.
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.