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Julia A.

San Jose, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
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These prices are for 1 dog, including a booking fee of 11%.

Services

Julia can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs

Availability

I’m currently taking a break from my software engineer career, so love to do regular walks at least twice a day. Adding a dog to my daily walks, or cuddling with a cat while I research my next career move sounds like a pretty nice way to spend my day!

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Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About Julia A.

Communication

5 repeat pet parents
80% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I like to always have eyes on them in the beginning, then as trust starts to form between the two of us, regularly check in with them in between regular walks and feeding! Hopefully, if they warm up to me, we can cuddle while I work on my laptop or watch tv. However if they would rather have space and not cuddle, I can be on my laptop in the same room as we co-exist together

Information Julia A. would like to know about your pet

Any quirks, fears, and/or particular things I should know? For dogs, What is your dog’s typical behavior on walks? Are there any favorite spots they have? What are your house rules and cleanliness expectations? I typically do a light cleaning before leaving the place, but would love to establish the level of cleaning expected before-hand (I may not be suited for deep-cleaning the whole house, for example)

A typical day

Any place the dog is used to walking, I'd love to explore to keep their routine consistent! If they are good around other dogs, would love to take them to a dog park. For cats, maybe we can play with their favorite toys or simply cuddle and watch tv together.

Location

San Jose, CA

Julia A.'s Neighborhood

Very loving dog sitter

Pet care experience

I'm the type of person who always stops on the street to pet any pups that may come my way. I love dogs, and dogs seem to love me. I had three dogs growing up, and was fully responsible for each one during my teenage years. I also have experience walking neighbors' and friends dogs. My current landlord does not allow dogs, so when I heard about Rover, I knew it was the perfect side-gig for me. The presence of dogs makes me so happy and fulfilled! With that, let me just end by saying how excited I am to get to know your dog! Even if it's just for a few minutes, or hours, I promise I'll love and care for him/her, as if he/she were my own!

Cat care experience

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Cats GET IT. And I get them 💕

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

Reviews

Teri M.
House Sitting • Nov 30, 2025
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Julia did a wonderful job taking care of our older dog, Buddy over the holidays. He was very happy, and our house was immaculate. She communicated and sent pictures every day. We couldn't ask for anything better and Julia was amazing.

Aaron P.
House Sitting • Sep 12, 2018
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Julia is by far the best dog sitter we have ever had! We have used her multiple times to watch our two labradoodles and she always goes above and beyond in creating a safe and fun environment for them. She took them on tons of great hikes and was so attentive and very communicative with us. Thank you Julia!!

Beth P.
House Sitting • Mar 04, 2018
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I cannot express how grateful I am to have had Julia watch my pets. I went away with peace of mind and came back to happy pets. Thank you Julia!!!

Heather M.
Dog Walking • Jan 14, 2018
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Julia has been wonderful! She's been walking my dog for several weeks now, and it's so great to know that my dog has such a friendly, responsible, helpful, loving visitor while I'm away at work. Julia has been helping him with training, which is so helpful. I also really appreciate the updates and sweet photos she sends in the Rover Cards on every walk: it lets me see how much my pup loves her visits!

About Julia A.

Communication

5 repeat pet parents
80% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I like to always have eyes on them in the beginning, then as trust starts to form between the two of us, regularly check in with them in between regular walks and feeding! Hopefully, if they warm up to me, we can cuddle while I work on my laptop or watch tv. However if they would rather have space and not cuddle, I can be on my laptop in the same room as we co-exist together

Information Julia A. would like to know about your pet

Any quirks, fears, and/or particular things I should know? For dogs, What is your dog’s typical behavior on walks? Are there any favorite spots they have? What are your house rules and cleanliness expectations? I typically do a light cleaning before leaving the place, but would love to establish the level of cleaning expected before-hand (I may not be suited for deep-cleaning the whole house, for example)

A typical day

Any place the dog is used to walking, I'd love to explore to keep their routine consistent! If they are good around other dogs, would love to take them to a dog park. For cats, maybe we can play with their favorite toys or simply cuddle and watch tv together.

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Julia A.

San Jose, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews