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James E.

5.0 out of 5 stars
9 repeat clients
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James E.

5.0 out of 5 stars
9 repeat clients

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from $55 per night

Highlights

James has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
40 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Genuine caring dog care 💕

Welcome, y'all! I love watching dogs. We watch kitty cats too 😁. Cheapest rates around! Let me make it easier for you to celebrate your vacation and holidays! Let me sit for your pup. I...love... dogs! My parents were dog breeders for years. As a youngster, I was responsible for many of the chores. As an adult, I have always had pets. I know how important your dog is to you. Your dog is your 'baby'. We are definitely dog lovers in this house! Big dog specialist. I love the little dogs too, though! ☺️💪🎄🎁❤️‍🩹 I will treat your pup like my own.

Qualifications

9 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
90% bookings with photo updates
40 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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44 ratings
Tania P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • jul. 09, 2026

James was very accomodating and took great care of my dog Baxter. I woud highly recommend him to others.

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Tammy D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • jul. 06, 2026

If I could give James and Rachel more than five stars, I absolutely would. This was Porter's first time ever staying away from home. He's an older Chocolate Lab who has never been boarded, so I was naturally a little nervous. James and Rachel immediately put both of us at ease. They welcomed Porter into their home as if he were part of the family. He received so much love, attention, and affection—which is exactly what a needy Lab hopes for! He especially enjoyed being in a real family environment, spending time around the kids, and simply being part of the daily routine instead of feeling like he was being "boarded." I received updates that reassured me he was doing well, and it was obvious he was happy, comfortable, and well cared for. In fact, I think Porter may have been a little disappointed to come home after all the extra attention he received! I can't recommend James and Rachel highly enough. If you're looking for kind, trustworthy people who will genuinely care for your dog like one of their own, you won't find better. Thank you both for taking such wonderful care of Porter—we will absolutely book with you again!

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Corey V.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • jul. 01, 2026

James and his family were absolutely amazing! We needed last-minute care for our girl after deciding to take a quick overnight trip, and James came through for us in a big way. I sent the booking request just three hours before we needed care, and he responded almost immediately. From the start, James was kind, reliable, and incredibly accommodating. It was clear right away how much he genuinely cares for animals and how dedicated he is to making sure they feel safe, comfortable, and well cared for. We especially loved all the pictures and updates he sent, which gave us so much peace of mind while we were away. Knowing our girl was in such great hands made the whole experience stress-free. We couldn’t be happier and will absolutely be booking with James again. Highly recommend!

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Tiffany W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • mrt. 30, 2026

I wasn’t worried about my dog for a moment while I was away. It was really great to be able to focus on family time out of town and know that my baby was in good hands. Not only was he well taken care of, he came home EXHAUSTED, giving me time to unwind and relax after my trip. My dog clearly had a very good time, and I could not be happier with my experience.

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Jamie N.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • mrt. 22, 2026

My two pups had an overnight with James and his family. We have been looking for a new sitter for more than 6 months since ours moved to another state. The girls came back happy and tired. I got updates and photos while they were with him. We will be using James again.

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Morgan S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • jan. 29, 2026

Boarding with James was super easy. He truly loves the dogs and gave us peace of mind our dog Jack was in good hands. Prompt communication. Will definitely be booking again!

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Schedule

I am a teacher during the day. I'm usually home by 3. I'm home every afternoon and every night and every weekend. I do have flexibility in my work schedule should they need arise.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 cat
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I have a dog lead hooked up to the house and it goes all the way back to the maple tree on the back of the property. 20 ft in either direction gives Fido plenty of room to go to the bathroom. Otherwise, your pup is in the house with me and my family. I am offering dog boarding services. This is a friendly Christian home. Lots of love to share.

Pets

A typical day

Having fun with dogs is an absolute joy and many times the best part of my day. Whether it's playing fetch in the park, going for a long hike in the woods, or simply cuddling up on the couch, the bond between humans and dogs is unparalleled.

Cats
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
James can host up to 10 pets per night
You should provide your own food as some dogs can be particular. If your dog has any special needs, kindly make me aware of this.
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.