Ojai Pet Care
Pet sitting and dog walking in the Ojai Valley
Trusted local dog walking & pet care for all species
Providing attentive care and bringing joy to your animal family members, and peace of mind to you (their adoring humans!) with my reliable and loving pet care services
*Professionally Trained
*Pet CPR and First Aid Certified
*Bonded and Insured
New Client Meeting
A wonderful opportunity for you and your animal family to become acquainted with me, ask any questions you may have, and show me the routine so I can provide the requested service in a way that best fits your preferences and needs
Dog Walks
Let me take the leash and lead your pup on adventures, while you take a well-deserved break or kick butt at work! Whether your pup likes to cover some serious distance, or take it slow and enjoy all the tempting smells, I’m happy to accommodate. Second dog possible for a $5 upgrade
Mealtime & Companion Visits
Whether you’d like me to drop in for a mealtime, or just a visit to give your animal some company and affection, I’ll spend quality time with your pets. This is a great choice for cuddles and playtime too. It’s also a chance for a potty break in the yard for dogs, and for the attention they’ll be missing when you’re away. My aim is to ensure that your pets feel loved and cared for (and to feed them and refresh their water if requested). You’ll come home to a clean litter box (if you have cats), an accident-free home, and happy, loved, well-fed pets!
Combined Walk and Mealtime Visit
A true treat for the pup, and extra support for you! This option is great for dogs who need both a walk and a mealtime. For dogs who only need a bit of exercise, 30 mins is a good option. For high-energy dogs or homes with multiple species of animals needing care, I’d highly recommend the 45-min or 60-min option.
Extended Daytime Visit
If you have pets who aren’t used to being home alone for hours at a time, but you’ve got to be away for the day, I’ve got your back! I’ll come stay in your home during the day to care for your pets and keep them company. Walks, feedings and playtimes are included in these visits if desired.
Visit is booked in increments of 30 mins
About Me
If you’re looking for a true professional pet care provider with experience and commitment to excellence, you have come to the right place! My name is Joslyn Wood, and I am a professionally trained pet sitter, and the founder of Ojai Pet Care. I work hard to ensure that every client receives consistently high quality services, exclusive to the Ojai Valley. I am committed to personalized and attentive care for each animal that fits their unique needs, personality and preferences, and aligns with their guardian’s ideal care for them. My philosophy is that animals are an invaluable part of our families and lives, and should be treated with love, respect, gratitude and compassion. They bring us so much joy and help us become better humans, so the least we can do is provide them with the best care possible!
About my background:
I was born and raised in Ojai and have spent my entire life around animals. I am pet CPR and first aid certified, and have more than 7 years experience working with animals in the U.S. and abroad. My lifelong love of animals began before I could speak, and quickly turned into a neighborhood business of pet sitting and dog walking at the ripe age of 12 years old (funny how we circle back to what we love). In my adult life I spent a decade traveling the world and intermittently living in China, India, Australia, and New Zealand. I had a pet sitting service in Australia, fostered animals in China, and volunteered at a shelter in Thailand. I’m happy to be back in the Ojai Valley bringing new skills and experiences to an old passion.
I am committed to building trusting relationships with both the pets and their human servants, and strive to be your go-to choice for all your pet care needs in Ojai. Let me be your pet’s second-best friend!
How it works
Simply send me a message using the “contact me” electronic form at the bottom of this page or email me at ojaipetcare@gmail.com
PLEASE SPECIFY
*in which area of Ojai you live
*which service you would like to book
*the number and species of animals included in the booking
*the dates (and whether this is a one-time or reoccurring event)
Or call or text me at (805) 794-9201
What you will receive
At the end of each visit I will send you a a short report about how the visit went with photos, and anything I noticed that I’d like you to be aware of (i.e. if your animal has an accident in the house or I notice anything unusual like parasites in the poo or the animal is licking their paw frequently, ect). This allows you to stay up-to-date on your beloved animal’s day-to-day experiences and wellness.
What people are saying
“What a godsend!! Joslyn took amazing care of Mr. Hobbes/Hobbsie (my cat). I received updates, which helped me as I was a little anxious leaving my cat and apartment in the care of someone new. On my arrival home, I was absolutely thrilled to see that the apartment was left beautifully clean and tidy. Thank you Joslyn. I love that you’re such a caring, devoted person with a strong work ethic.”
Jacquie S.
“I’ve known Joslyn for more than 10 years. She is truly one of the kindest, most patient and responsible animal lovers that I know. Joslyn cared for and walked both of my dogs for many years. They’ve both passed away recently as happy seniors. I appreciate Joslyn’s being part of their lives; they loved her! She stayed at my house many times while I was away for several nights at a time on business trips. I never had to worry. She’s a very responsible person; you can’t go wrong!”
Cathy B.
“Joslyn house-sat for us for three weeks in 2023. She did a fantastic job looking after our mid-size dog, two budgies and three bantams. Joslyn kept the house very clean and was friendly and easy to work with. She clearly had a good relationship with Jelly (our dog) when we came home. I’d certainly recommend Joslyn for similar house-sitting/pet-caring roles.”
Mike M.
“Joslyn is the best. She took our 10 yo foster shepherd mix & transformed her from a shy scared girl into a much more confident dog — who is now so excited about her twice weekly walks that she “sings” in anticipation of Joslyn’s arrival. Our new 10.5 yo foster dog is too arthritic to accompany them on their walks, but she now makes her way to the door for her pets before they leave & after they return. Joslyn has a calm sweet demeanor & the dogs love her. Would highly recommend her services.”
Sharon L.
“This is me giving Ojai Pet Care 10 STARS.
Joslyn is a clear animal lover and a truly incredible carer. Someone we are very lucky to have met, and now even luckier to have in our circle.
We had a very last-minute-not-so-simple assignment for Joslyn in helping me with our 14 year old (and newly diabetic) dog while my husband was heading out of town for work. Since I was going to be home alone with our baby, we hired Joslyn to come nightly to feed our pup, administer insulin, and walk/toilet her before their time together was over.
Not only was Joslyn willing to take on a very daunting task, she did so with compassion, curiosity, and clear communication. Her support afforded me so much relief and her calm presence afforded our dog so much ease. Sadie immediately felt safe in her care and still looks to the door every night around 6. She has made a lasting impression on us all! BIG rec.”
Carly P.
“I have known Joslyn for many years. She is a kind, compassionate, caring, reliable human with a special love for animals. I have 2 cats, one of them extremely shy. Before there was an Ojai Pet Care it was difficult for me to go away and leave my shy guy with any pet caretaker because when I would come home he would hide for hours, be very anxious and it would take him days to settle down. Now that Joslyn is on the job, when I come home he acts like I have never been away. How nice it is to now be able to relax and enjoy my away time! I highly recommend Ojai Pet Care!!!”
Susan B.
Service Areas
I service the following communities in the Ojai Valley:
Downtown Ojai, parts of the East End, Meiners Oaks, Rancho Matilija, Mira Monte, Oak View
For other areas in the Ojai Valley there will be a surcharge of $5/visit. Please feel free to contact me to ask about your area.
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