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shawna J.

Star Sitter

Punta gorda, FL

5.0 out of 5 stars
49 reviews
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shawna can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
No females in heat

shawna can care for

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

Availability

I only work part time 2 days a week and my husband works overnight so he is home with the dogs when I’m at work

Available
Not available
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About shawna J.

Communication

12 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I care for them in my home like I do my own dog. Walking and feeding will be done based on each dogs needs. Medications can be given. All dogs will be closely monitored while outside.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
Children 0-5 years old
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture

Information shawna J. would like to know about your pet

Please leave dog bowls at home a I have plenty. If your dog has a special feeding need such as an elevated bowl or slow feeder those are fine to bring. Toys that they are not super possessive over are welcome.. any crate bed or blanket they sleep in or on please bring. Please no rawhide or cow ear type treats. Any milk bone or fast eating treats you want to bring are fine. I can not take in agressive dogs who aren’t good with kids or other dogs around. No dogs with food aggression although I do feed everyone in their own safe space. I Need to know if your dog will try and escape the fence such as dig or jump the fence. Will they come back inside if called? If not they will need to be leash walked. We are always outside with the dogs but our fenced in area is large. Will your dog sleep over night or will they need to be let out overnight? Does your dog have frequent accidents in the house? Does your dog have any unusual quirks ?

A typical day

Supervised outdoor time in a large fenced area . Plenty of down time relaxing freely in the house. Lots of attention given by us and the kids

Location

Punta gorda, FL

shawna J.'s Neighborhood

Pets

shawna J. has Star Sitter status

The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.

Dog loving family-large yard

Pet care experience

Hello my name is Shawna! I live with my husband, our 3 boys 5 and under , and our 2 puppies Kya and Willow. I have many years of dog and farm animal experience. I live on just over an acre of land in the Ranchettes which is a rural neighborhood 5 miles from Punta Gorda Airport. Our entire property is fenced (even the driveway) and the gate is always shut so no need to worry about your dog running off. Our family loves to be outside with the dogs. If it is a hot day we make sure the dogs don’t stay out too long and keep them hydrated. We play fetch or just let the dogs explore on their own. While inside the dogs will be allowed to roam freely and given plenty of attention and treated like our own. There is a chance your dog’s stay can overlap with another . For that reason I only take friendly, non aggressive dogs.

Reviews

Michael S.
Boarding • Dec 30, 2025
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Shawna is an excellent sitter . I never wondered what Lucki was doing because she always had me updated. She was a big yard for the dogs. I would leave Lucki with her anytime I needed it sitter

Lacey A.
Boarding • Dec 29, 2025
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Very attentive and kind. Our fur baby was very well taken care of and a very happy boy! 10/10!

Andrea O.
Boarding • Dec 29, 2025
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Bear was very well taken care of and we liked getting the daily updates!

Tyler B.
Boarding • Dec 13, 2025
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As always, Shawna has provided wonderful care to Monty! During the week, she sent many photos and videos, and always keeps me up to date! There is nobody else I’d rather have watch after our beloved pup! Thank you again!

About shawna J.

Communication

12 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I care for them in my home like I do my own dog. Walking and feeding will be done based on each dogs needs. Medications can be given. All dogs will be closely monitored while outside.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
Children 0-5 years old
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture

Information shawna J. would like to know about your pet

Please leave dog bowls at home a I have plenty. If your dog has a special feeding need such as an elevated bowl or slow feeder those are fine to bring. Toys that they are not super possessive over are welcome.. any crate bed or blanket they sleep in or on please bring. Please no rawhide or cow ear type treats. Any milk bone or fast eating treats you want to bring are fine. I can not take in agressive dogs who aren’t good with kids or other dogs around. No dogs with food aggression although I do feed everyone in their own safe space. I Need to know if your dog will try and escape the fence such as dig or jump the fence. Will they come back inside if called? If not they will need to be leash walked. We are always outside with the dogs but our fenced in area is large. Will your dog sleep over night or will they need to be let out overnight? Does your dog have frequent accidents in the house? Does your dog have any unusual quirks ?

A typical day

Supervised outdoor time in a large fenced area . Plenty of down time relaxing freely in the house. Lots of attention given by us and the kids

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shawna J.

Star Sitter

Punta gorda, FL

5.0 out of 5 stars
49 reviews