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James & Katherine L.

5.0 out of 5 stars
3 repeat clients
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James & Katherine L.

5.0 out of 5 stars
3 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $25 per visit

Highlights

Enhanced background check
20 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Reliable and experienced care!

First, what sets us apart is that we can provide pet care for many animals, not just dogs and cats. If you are someone who needs care for all of your pets such as fish, birds, and small rodents. We are very comfortable with that and we think it would be fun to provide those services too! We have been dog sitting together for friends for over the past 7 years. Kate has been for over 20 years.

Cat care experience

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Reliable and experienced care!

James & Katherine also care for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Qualifications

3 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

We always make sure that the area is “pet-proofed”. Meaning that there are no choking hazards or other things that they can get to. Keeping the home tidy and clean is very important to us.

Ratings and reviews

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11 ratings
Christopher C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Aug 11, 2025

James and Katherine are the sweetest, most responsive pet caretakers and I don't have enough hours in the day to sing their praises properly. We are sad to see them moving out of state and wish them the best!

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Tim O.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jul 05, 2025

James and Kate were brilliant. They immediately warmed to our puppy and their experience with dogs showed right away. They were very respectful and communicative.

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Christopher C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Jun 13, 2025

My boys have been obsessed with Katherine for the past year of walks and pet sits, and now they are excited for their new chapter with primarily James! Both super attentive and reliable. My more social dog Henry also now gets the benefit of their newborn son to fawn over. Would give 6 stars if possible.

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Ann P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Sep 01, 2024

James and Kate are the best dog and cat sitters ! We trust them so much and they care for our pets like they are their own. I seriously think our dog is sad when they leave lol

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Katie R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jun 20, 2024

James and Katherine are wonderful dog sitters! Our dog loves them. They are responsible and respectful of our home. And great communicators! Will always use them if available.

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Ann P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Mar 28, 2024

James and Katherine are amazing pet sitters. We have used them multiple times and they are energetic and loving towards our pets. I don't think our dog even misses us when they come to stay. They treat him like he is part of their own family; taking him to dinner at outdoor venues and to fun places like Dog Days at Fairchild Gardens. They care for our home as if it is their own as well and I trust them completely. James sent many pictures and videos as always and they both expertly handle situations from losing power during bad storms to firework anxiety.

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

We live in Rochester and are "all in" with pet care. James works at an elementary school and helps out at home in the evenings. Kate is a full-time student working on her dissertation. We are able to house sit at our clients house and we fit our daily routine with wherever we are at in the city.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
James & Katherine can host up to 1 drop-in per day
How is your pet around babies? We have a 14 month old child. He loves dogs and cats too! He'll be a dog and cat sitter someday.
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.