Profile image

Monica J.

5.0 out of 5 stars
31 repeat clients
Profile image

Monica J.

5.0 out of 5 stars
31 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

CA$36 total per night

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

Highlights

Monica has Star Sitter status!
30 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Your Pet Will Want to Come Back

I love animals. I will treat your baby like family. Dogs who come to my home always want to come back. I reduce their stress levels (if they’re stressed) with love, exercise, attention and reassurance. I follow instructions and schedules. I go above and beyond, especially with exercise and attention. I can only take dogs who are house-trained.

Qualifications

31 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

5.0
stars
101 ratings
Mary W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 09, 2026

Coco had an amazing boarding trip with Monica. She is super understanding of his anxiety and is very communicative. Coco loves spending time there :)

Profile image
Sheree Z.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 11, 2026

Monica is seriously the best! I am so confident in her ability to care for my dogs every time. I foster dogs regularly, so will have a rotation of dogs needing care, and she always adjusts to their individual needs. I always have peace of mind when Monica is watching my pack 🙂

Profile image
Profile image
Profile image
Michelle M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 09, 2026

Her kindness and work was very much appreciated!

Profile image
Carla F.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 22, 2026

Daisy had a wonderful time at her stay with Monica. She came home very tired which is a very good sign. Knowing she was being weak taken care of made it easier leaving her.

Profile image
Marc-Andre R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • May 27, 2026

Monica was fantastic with Sam! I highly recommend Monica to anyone needing dog walking or sitting services.

Profile image
Lisa M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Mar 23, 2026

Awesome Lady! So accommodating and kind! Nice not to worry about our boy when we go away! Thanks again Monica! You’re the best!

Profile image

Calendar and availability

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
SMTWTFS

Schedule

I teach full time during the day. I’m free after school, evenings and weekends. I can board animals during the week as long as they can be left Home Alone for a while. I come home at lunch to let them out/play with them. I exercise and/or visit pets after school or else in the evenings during the week. I have summers, weekends, and holidays off. My children are grown and my home is currently pet-free.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Safety, trust & environment

If pets come to me they will have the run of the house. I have a large kennel on hand if your dog needs to be kennelled at times. My yard is fenced-in and large. Please let me know if I can take your dog to the dog park or else to an off-leash area. Animals can usually sleep on my bed (if that’s what they’re used to at home), as long as I don’t have too many!

A typical day

My guests feel loved. I exercise them, play with them, and give them good scratches and tummy rubs. I love heading to off-leash areas (when it’s permitted). I have plenty of toys and treats (if it’s okay with Mom and Dad).

16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Monica can host up to 4 pets per night
I’d like to know about your pet’s usual routines, especially around feeding. What makes your pet feel safe and comfortable? What do they like doing? How does your pet interact with other animals? Where do they normally sleep?
These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

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.

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.