Willajoya H.
Willajoya H.
Contact for Drop-In Visits
from $60 per visit
Highlights
Pet care experience
Celebrating the Human-Animal Bond
I’ve been caring for animals for more than 20 years, including dogs, cats, rabbits, and other beloved pets. For me, pet care is more than feeding and walking, it’s about creating a safe, calm, loving environment where animals feel comfortable, understood, and cared for. As a counselor, I bring a natural understanding of behavior, communication, emotional regulation, and individual needs. I am also a service-dog handler, giving me firsthand experience with the responsibilities, routines, and attentiveness required when caring for working and support animals. What sets me apart is my patience, attentiveness, and ability to meet each pet where they are. I’m comfortable caring for puppies, senior pets, anxious or sensitive animals, and pets with unique routines or personalities. I take the time to learn what makes each animal feel safe and loved, and I treat every pet in my care as if they were my own. Your pet’s well-being, comfort, and happiness are my top priorities. ❤️
Qualifications
Pets
Safety, trust & environment
I prioritize safety, trust, and clear communication in every pet-care arrangement. I am not offering in-home boarding or pet care in my own home (I’m full-); I provide services such as visits or walks according to the agreed-upon arrangement. Before beginning, I carefully review your pet’s routine, medical or behavioral needs, access instructions, emergency contacts, and household expectations. I respect your privacy and property, follow your instructions closely, and maintain professional boundaries while caring for your pet in your client’s home.
Ratings and reviews
Joya is amazing with Maya, Beau and Pirate. Period. She gets them. Their personalities. Their moods. Their little quirks. She is patient. Compassionate. Attentive. And she communicates! Pictures. Updates. Little check-ins throughout the stay. You never have to wonder how your pet is doing. My pets are always happy, relaxed, and well cared for. She is my go-to sitter whenever I can get on her schedule. Her availability can be tough to get—but that tells you everything you need to know.
Why I trust Joya with Silas, Neptune and Stormi: 🐾 She genuinely understands animals and their individual personalities. ❤️ She is incredibly compassionate, patient, and attentive. 📸 She sends frequent pictures and updates, so I always know how my pet is doing. 🏡 She follows routines and instructions carefully. 🐶 My pets come home happy and sometimes seem disappointed that their visit is over! 💯 I trust her completely and use her whenever she is available. Joya has a natural connection with animals that is hard to find. She doesn't just care for pets; she gets to know them.
I have trusted Joya with my pet, and I cannot say enough good things about her. She has a remarkable ability to connect with animals and understand their individual personalities and needs. One thing that really stood out to me was how happy and comfortable my pet was in her care. I remember saying, “I think my dog likes Joya more than he likes me!” 😂 Joya kept me updated with photos and messages throughout the stay, which gave me tremendous peace of mind. She was attentive, responsible, and genuinely loving. What makes Joya different is that she doesn't treat every animal the same. She takes the time to understand who they are. I would recommend her without hesitation and whenever she has an opening, I try to grab it!
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Schedule
Pet care fits well into my routine because my schedule is highly flexible. I’m generally available on weekday evenings and weekends, although I usually need advance notice to plan appropriately and provide reliable, attentive care. I communicate clearly about availability and make sure each visit receives the time and attention your pet deserves.
- Cats0 to 15 lbs16 to 40 lbs41 to 100 lbsover 101 lbsWillajoya can host up to 2 drop-ins per day
- The most important thing for me to know is your pet’s disposition, temperament, and unique characteristics. Understanding who your pet is helps me tailor my interactions, communication, activities, and care to make them feel safe, comfortable, and understood.