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James B.

Annapolis, MD

5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
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Services

James can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time

James can care for

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old

Availability

I am looking for weekends. I work full time, so I am ready to go around noon on Friday and depending on the needs can be around all weekend. Generally I do leave the house during the weekend for a couple hours during the day to do chores and stuff but other than that can be a total home body. If the dog is good on leash I have a great neighborhood to take walks. If you are looking for me to stay at your house over the weekend, I can provide as much potty coverage as you request. If you want me to stay over the week, I do have a day job with my schedule being 7-3.

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About James B.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds within a few hours
86% bookings with photo updates

Skills

30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a 8ft privacy fence the whole way around my backyard with a dog door. I do not have a crate, but I can use yours if you want your dog crated. I follow your food rules. I used to make hot breakfast/dinner for my dog. I do keep some dog treats in the house but I will check with you if your dog can have that specific treat first and if there are any dietary needs. If you want me to stay in your house, lets write the rules down and I'm happy to do whatever. If you have poor cellphone service, it'd be great to get a wifi password.

Home

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

Information James B. would like to know about your pet

I really want to know what your pets needs are. Food restrictions? Petting preferences? Things they need to stay away from? Will they try to dig under the fence? Potty trained (its a must)? What are your pets triggers (I'd like to avoid them)?

A typical day

I have a lovely neighborhood to walk in and if your dog is good on leash I live close to Quiet Waters Park. Happy to take the dog to the park and walk the trails with them. I will not let your dog off leash outside of the house or backyard. The evenings are chill and if they want to sleep on the couch or bed that's cool with me. If your dog needs multiple walks a day thats fine too. My neighborhood is very friendly to foot traffic.

Location

Annapolis, MD

James B.'s Neighborhood

Dude looking for weekend fur-ends

Pet care experience

I've had dogs my whole life. Grew up in a house with 2+ dogs near constantly. All family dogs were 60+ lbs each with the largest being 110lbs. My 75lb dog crossed the rainbow bridge Sept 2025, I am not ready for a dog full time but I do miss the company. I will spoil your dog. I do not care about breed.

Reviews

Tate O.
Boarding • Aug 24, 2026
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James took awesome care of our 2 pups. Gave us lots of updates and they came home tired and happy.

Naomi D.
Boarding • Aug 16, 2026
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James took great care of our 1 year old hound! Pip came home tired and happy! Would recommend James for sure!

Mary-Sean and Blake W.
Boarding • Aug 14, 2026
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James was great!! Very responsive and sent updates, photos and videos of Lewy. Would definitely recommend him. Lewy came back tired and happy.

Emily R.
Boarding • Aug 04, 2026
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James was fantastic with Lenny. We did a meet and greet so Lenny could get accustomed to the house. James has an amazing backyard and played lots of fetch with Lenny. We received lots of photos and updates, and Lenny came home happy and tired (and a little sad about having to leave James’ house). We absolutely would book with James again!

About James B.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds within a few hours
86% bookings with photo updates

Skills

30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a 8ft privacy fence the whole way around my backyard with a dog door. I do not have a crate, but I can use yours if you want your dog crated. I follow your food rules. I used to make hot breakfast/dinner for my dog. I do keep some dog treats in the house but I will check with you if your dog can have that specific treat first and if there are any dietary needs. If you want me to stay in your house, lets write the rules down and I'm happy to do whatever. If you have poor cellphone service, it'd be great to get a wifi password.

Home

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

Information James B. would like to know about your pet

I really want to know what your pets needs are. Food restrictions? Petting preferences? Things they need to stay away from? Will they try to dig under the fence? Potty trained (its a must)? What are your pets triggers (I'd like to avoid them)?

A typical day

I have a lovely neighborhood to walk in and if your dog is good on leash I live close to Quiet Waters Park. Happy to take the dog to the park and walk the trails with them. I will not let your dog off leash outside of the house or backyard. The evenings are chill and if they want to sleep on the couch or bed that's cool with me. If your dog needs multiple walks a day thats fine too. My neighborhood is very friendly to foot traffic.

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James B.

Annapolis, MD

5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews