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Benjamin J.

Star Sitter

El Mirage, AZ

5.0 out of 5 stars
32 reviews
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Services

Benjamin can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs

Benjamin can care for

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

Availability

My schedule is relatively open. Gig work allows me to stay off disability as I'm able to work when my condition allows and to take time off when needed. Pet care is relatively easy for me to do (no heavy lifting, only heavy pulling haha)

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About Benjamin J.

Communication

10 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

18 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

We have an approximately 6 foot wall around our backyard, and we live in a gated community where pets are not allowed off leash. We have a couple crates and an inside playpen as well as a doggy-door to a covered patio and dog potty area.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Benjamin J. would like to know about your pet

I am open to dogs of all levels of needs, including special needs dogs. My rescues taught me that even the most timid dog can blossom into the center of attention of a home.

A typical day

We have plenty of toys and a nice long hallway for inside fetching when it gets hot out. There is a quiet dog park near our house that we can go to for some outside play.

Location

El Mirage, AZ

Benjamin J.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Benjamin 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.

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Pet care experience

My last two dogs were rescues that made it to 16 and 17 years old, and my current puppy was born at the end of June in 2023. I have been working with my new puppy and she already knows over a dozen tricks and commands, is kennel and house trained, and has begun socializing with other dogs at the dog parks. We home cook her meals and when we run out of store-bought biscuits, we are going to make those at home, too.

Reviews

Maria T.
Boarding • Jul 12, 2026
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Benjamin was wonderful, caring very thoughtful. Checked in to let me know how Canelo was doing sent pictures kept me posted. Looking forward to booking him again

Shaley K.
Boarding • Jul 10, 2026
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Ben and Marcela took great care of my puppy while I had to travel for work!

Arely O.
Boarding • Jul 08, 2026
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Benjamin took real good care of my dog, I would recommend him to anyone that needs a pet sitter! My mind was at ease since I was updated daily with photos:)

Nicole W.
Boarding • Jul 08, 2026
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This was our first Rover stay, and it was super easy and worked out great! Ben took such great care of our little fur baby, Kirby, and made sure he had the time and space he needed to get comfortable with both him and the other dogs. Ben was very flexible, and kept us updated throughout our trip with texts and photos, which gave us peace of mind. We also really appreciated the meet-and-greet beforehand, it made us feel confident leaving Kirby in his care. We're so grateful to Ben for treating Kirby like one of his own. We would book with him again and highly recommend him to anyone looking for a caring, reliable sitter. Thank you, Ben!

About Benjamin J.

Communication

10 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

18 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

We have an approximately 6 foot wall around our backyard, and we live in a gated community where pets are not allowed off leash. We have a couple crates and an inside playpen as well as a doggy-door to a covered patio and dog potty area.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Benjamin J. would like to know about your pet

I am open to dogs of all levels of needs, including special needs dogs. My rescues taught me that even the most timid dog can blossom into the center of attention of a home.

A typical day

We have plenty of toys and a nice long hallway for inside fetching when it gets hot out. There is a quiet dog park near our house that we can go to for some outside play.

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Benjamin J.

Star Sitter

El Mirage, AZ

5.0 out of 5 stars
32 reviews