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Shawntel J.

4.9 out of 5 stars
2 repeat clients
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Shawntel J.

4.9 out of 5 stars
2 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $20 per visit

Highlights

Basic background check
20 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Loving, flexible & fun animal lover

Hello! My name is Shawntel and I have been an animal lover for as long as I can remember. Growing up, my family had 2 dogs and 4 cats. Now I have three dogs that I couldn't imagine my life without them, with two of them being rescues. When I’m booked for house/dog sitting, my dad gets to stay and spend time with his grand-pups (: One is a German Shepard mix, another one is a Pitbull, Husky, Lab mix, and my newest addition is a golden doodle! The German Shepard is a senior so I am used to making accommodations for animals as well as giving mediations. It doesn't matter if they are young or old, big or small, boy or girl-- I love them all. I am currently a first grade teacher in Lake County which I recently took time away from dog sitting to focus on my new position. But now I’m back!! So I am available before and after the school day during the week for your animals and pretty free on the weekends. I am usually pretty flexible so if you need anything special for your animal, just let me know! I also dedicate my summers and school breaks to house/dog sitting! I truly believe that a well taken care of animal is a happy one, and who doesn't want their fur baby happy?! I look forward to meeting you and your sweet animal(s)!!

Qualifications

2 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

I know animals feel most comfortable in their own home so I mainly watch animals in the clients home. I do my best to give them the love and attention you give them while you are away.

Ratings and reviews

4.9
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16 ratings
Keith S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • may. 12, 2026

Shawntel did an excellent job caring for my senior dog. She sent plenty of pictures and updates. Thank you Shawntel!

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Abigail E.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • feb. 09, 2026

Shawntel was wonderful with our Dog, Dash. She was very communicative during the time we were gone and sent many updates! She made sure to come meet Dash first which made me feel more comfortable. You can tell she has such a love for animals!

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Kimberly F.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • may. 08, 2025

Shawntel did a great job watching Levi. She sent me several photos each day and a few videos as well. I felt very comfortable leaving her with my fur baby for 5 days while I was in Denver. When I came back, my apartment looked better than when I left it! Would highly recommend and will definitely use her in the future.

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Mary-Alice S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • mar. 02, 2025

Shawntel’s was awesome! She was professional and communicated with us throughout her stay. Charlie was well cared for and she sent lots of pictures and even a video. I would highly recommend and wouldn’t hesitate to use her again.

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Stacy K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • dic. 31, 2024

We loved having Shawntel spend the day with our pets! She was super sweet and gave us updates throughout the day. Even the shyest of our pets were out and about spending time with her! It was a comfort to leave town and know she would be with our fur babies. We would absolutely book with her again.

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Rosey T.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • dic. 01, 2024

Wonderful experience! She took care of my 2 dogs last minute, over a holiday weekend, and through the snow. My dogs were well taken care of and seemed to enjoy spending time with her. Highly recommend

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Schedule

I am currently a first grade teacher in Lake County which I recently took time away from dog sitting to focus on my new position. But now I’m back!! So I am available before and after the school day during the week for your animals and pretty free on the weekends. I am usually pretty flexible so if you need anything special for your animal, just let me know! I also dedicate my summers and school breaks to watching animals! I truly believe that a well taken care of animal is a happy one, and who doesn't want their fur baby happy?! I look forward to meeting you and your sweet animal(s)!!

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Shawntel can host up to 3 drop-ins per day
Please let me know if your animal(s) has any special needs, requirements or behaviors that I should be aware of. I always try to do a meet and greet before agreeing to book so we are both comfortable with one another and we are on the same page to make sure the animal(s) are well taken care of when you are away.
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.