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E. James W.

5.0 out of 5 stars
10 repeat clients
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E. James W.

5.0 out of 5 stars
10 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

£14 total per visit

These prices are for 1 dog, including a booking fee of 11%.

Highlights

E. James has Star Sitter status!
Identity Verified
21 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Professional + fully insured for your pooch!

Use link https://www.rover.com/sit/ejamew87527 for £15 credit if you're a new Rover customer! I have worked as a dog-walker and sitter for 20+ years, although I'm still a relative Rover newbie! I currently fit it around my main job (I teach History at a London uni). I have plenty of experience working with older dogs, bigger dogs, and dogs that have behavioural and medical issues. I'm fully insured with accidental injury and public liability cover. Happy to arrange a free meet 'n' greet to chat more!

Qualifications

10 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
30% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
21 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

I am confident dealing with older dogs, bigger dogs, and dogs with behavioural issues. I'm also confident dealing with rescue or rehomed dogs that require close lead control or muzzling. When looking after pets in their owners home, I endeavour to follow the same routines that pets are used to, in order to minimise disruption.

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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24 ratings
Chris M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jun 09, 2026

Again James was great, looked after Ori really well as usual, gave us good information on Ori during the day, really a nice, friendly sitter - thanks James !

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Chris M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jun 05, 2026

James was excellent - came to meet Ori- our 10 week old puppy first - he then arrived promptly and looked of her really well - we will be booking him again - thanks James !

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Victoria N.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jun 04, 2026

James was flexible and reliable. The dogs were well looked after! Would love to have him back again to look after the gremlins

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Andrea T.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • May 22, 2026

Fantastic, will definitely use again.

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Kirstie N.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Apr 12, 2026

James was very patience with Rico and was very understanding, we could ask for a nicer person to look after him

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Judit P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Apr 07, 2026

We have a shy and timid rescue dog, so finding the right person to care for her is incredibly important to us. James has truly been wonderful—he managed to gently bring her out of her shell. It was clear he was patient, understanding, and genuinely cared about making her feel safe and comfortable. While we were away, James took excellent care of her and kept us reassured throughout. He showed up on time, followed all our instructions, and made sure she had everything she needed. It gave us real peace of mind knowing she was in such capable hands. We especially appreciated his calm approach and the way he built trust with her so naturally. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend James to anyone looking for a reliable and compassionate dogsitter.

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I usually work from home and have flexible hours. This makes it easy to fit pet care around my routine. I try keep my calendar updated a month in advance, as I sometimes travel for work/research.

0 to 7 kg
7 to 18 kg
18 to 45 kg
over 45 kg
E. James can host up to 5 drop-ins per day
Let me know if your dog has any special needs or behavioural issues that aren't already flagged on your pet profile. I'm happy to work with reactive/aggressive dogs but I would need a trial visit/walk to assess suitability before repeat bookings.
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.

These prices are for 1 dog, including a booking fee of 11%.