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Julia J.

4.9 out of 5 stars
17 repeat clients
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Julia J.

4.9 out of 5 stars
17 repeat clients
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Lake View, Chicago, IL

Contact for Boarding

from $58 per night

Highlights

Julia has Star Sitter status!
Basic background check
10 years of experience
Home full time

Pet care experience

Compassionate dog care.

Providing a safe, interactive and loving environment for your dog while you are away, with a true animal lover. I have worked with animals all my life and I truly enjoy being around dogs. You can expect only the best care. I have a good understanding of even the more difficult personalities and love working things out through using dog psychology and basic training. Also understanding that every animal needs a balanced life to be, well.....balanced. Just like us, humans do. Long walks are my personal favorite but will make sure the lazier ones get the playtime and daily stimulation they need for ultimate well being. Animals simply make me happy and that is my recipe for doing what I do.

Qualifications

17 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
10 years of experience

Ratings and reviews

4.9
stars
61 ratings
Callie R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Oct 06, 2026

This was the second time Reuben stayed with Julia, and she is fantastic. She sends daily updates and photos, and gave updates about their day and how Reuben was settling in. Julia even did some training while Reuben was with her. He came home tired and happy! I highly recommend Julia for your stays!

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Toni S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Sep 21, 2026

10/10 could not recommended more.

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Angela T.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 29, 2026

Julia is amazing!! She takes amazing care of my very spoiled dog, and we appreciate her very much!

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Angela T.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 10, 2026

Julia was amazing!!! She sent updates keeping me informed of how my dog was doing, gave him great walks and training, extra treats and her dog Toby was an excellent playmate for Luken also! Thank you also for being so understanding and flexible with drop off and pick up times Julia! I appreciate you! 🙏♥️

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Anabella S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Apr 20, 2026

Julia was great sending updates and taking notes on our pets behavior, since he is new to us as well. She provided also training, which helps our dog to increase his confidence even more. She was very flexible, allowing us to accommodate our schedule. We are booking again with Julia soon. Thank you!

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Max P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Oct 30, 2025

Julia was great! She was very communicative and was sure to share lots of photos of her time with our dog. She was great about giving him exercise and lots of treats and toys.

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Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has cats
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours
Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Non-neutered males accepted, spayed females only
No females in heat
Julia can host up to 2 pets per night
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.