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Julia M.

West Park, Irvine, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
325 reviews
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Services

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

Julia can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time

Julia can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

This is my full-time job, so I treat it accordingly. I have a scheduled pet care with my regulars on daily basis but my schedule is flexible and I usually play around it.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Julia M.

Communication

49 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds within a few hours
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

2 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I ensure your pup feels safe with me by using a gentle and special approach at all times. We can either wander around the neighborhood or stick to a familiar safe route for our walk. If you’d like me to incorporate any interactive games for your pup, just let me know. I typically avoid interactions with other dogs to maintain safety and keep a safe distance. Please inform me if your dog is part of a group, pack, or playdates that we need to visit or join. On hot days, we will certainly seek out shaded areas and safe places to walk to protect your pup's little paws.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Julia M. would like to know about your pet

Please notify me if your dog is on any medication, has allergies, any remarkable behavior in the past or requires special needs or performs certain behaviors, e.g. they like to bring their toys when going for a walk, scared of cats, scared of birds, refrain from kids, etc. so I’ll make sure to be on the same page with your fur baby.

A typical day

I will maintain your pup's routine and follow the required guidelines. Just inform me if longer walks, visits to a dog park, or trips to the beach are needed. My top priority is to ensure that your dog maximizes every day, feels comfortable in my presence, receives extra pets, cuddles and follows a well-structured schedule.

Location

Irvine, CA

Julia M.'s Neighborhood

“I better not eat that”-no dog ever

Pet care experience

Life around wagging tails began when I was 13 y.o. I wished on my birthday to have a best friend one day, and on Christmas, my parents surprised me with my soulmate. My little fuzzy soulmate... A dog. This January, I have celebrated 2 years of working full-time in the pet care world… time flies. I have gained a wealth of knowledge working with puppies, adult, senior dogs, special needs pets, etc. I am truly honored to be an auntie to so many beautiful souls. I currently offer house-sittings at the owner’s house, dog walking, and drop-in services. I am a former dog trainer, so I developed an understanding of various preventive measures, especially for escape artists, mouthy «alligator stage» puppies, grumpy senior sweet souls, etc., and the ease of managing the mischievous ones. Training has instilled in me an understanding of the breed diversities, patience, and the joy of the process itself, so I try to find a tailored approach for your fur babies to ensure I gain their trust and respect to perform the dedicated care. I accommodate a wide range of care tasks: medication performance, insulin shots, allergy baths, paw wiping/cleaning after being outside, cuddles, of course, and so on. I do appreciate receiving thorough instructions and a detailed routine for housesittings/dog walks/drop-ins — I am very diligent about following the required guidelines, so please feel free to provide them. Please also let me know if your dog/cat/pet exhibits specific behaviours — just so we are on the same page. I just go out of my way to be in tune with your pet. I also proudly serve at a dog rescue. Finding forever homes for lost animals, witnessing their joyful tail wagging, and earning their trust is the core. They have so much love to give. Please feel free to reach out with any requests/questions, and I will do my best to accommodate those. P.S. love this quote: «Animals do speak, but only to those who know how to listen».

Cat care experience

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

Reviews

Leslie L.
House Sitting • Mar 05, 2026
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As always, came home to a happy kitty (Ollie) and a well tended home. Julia keeps me up to date with daily photos. I travel without worries - Julia is the ultimate pet mom. Both Deckard and Ollie are looking forward to Julia's next visit!

Leslie L.
House Sitting • Feb 07, 2026
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As always, Julia did a fantastic job taking care of my new kitten, Ollie, and my house while I was travelling. Julia really has a way with animals!

Christopher M.
Drop-In Visits • Nov 28, 2025
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Our kitten loves having Julia stop by! She's super responsive to messages, and is easy to work with. I'm really glad we found her on Rover

Leslie L.
House Sitting • Nov 21, 2025
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As usual, I came home to happy and healthy pets. Julia always does an excellent job. I travel without any worries. Thank you for all you do, Julia!!

About Julia M.

Communication

49 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds within a few hours
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

2 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I ensure your pup feels safe with me by using a gentle and special approach at all times. We can either wander around the neighborhood or stick to a familiar safe route for our walk. If you’d like me to incorporate any interactive games for your pup, just let me know. I typically avoid interactions with other dogs to maintain safety and keep a safe distance. Please inform me if your dog is part of a group, pack, or playdates that we need to visit or join. On hot days, we will certainly seek out shaded areas and safe places to walk to protect your pup's little paws.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Julia M. would like to know about your pet

Please notify me if your dog is on any medication, has allergies, any remarkable behavior in the past or requires special needs or performs certain behaviors, e.g. they like to bring their toys when going for a walk, scared of cats, scared of birds, refrain from kids, etc. so I’ll make sure to be on the same page with your fur baby.

A typical day

I will maintain your pup's routine and follow the required guidelines. Just inform me if longer walks, visits to a dog park, or trips to the beach are needed. My top priority is to ensure that your dog maximizes every day, feels comfortable in my presence, receives extra pets, cuddles and follows a well-structured schedule.

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Julia M.

West Park, Irvine, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
325 reviews