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James M.

Santa Cruz, CA

3.0 out of 5 stars
•5 reviews
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I play with puppers/doggos

Pet care experience

Hey there! My name is James and I'm a recently graduated UCSC student. I was a transfer student and received an AA degree in General Sciences. I majored in Earth Science at UCSC and enjoy everything outdoors. I would love to take your furry friends on excursions around the block! If that's not what your doggo is into then a cuddling with a pup is one of my favorite pastimes. When I'm not dog sitting, I'm an earth science and biology teacher at a private school in Los Gatos. On my days off I like to program, hike, and volunteer my time assisting my college adviser in lunar research. Although these are my passions, I need a dog in my life and would like fulfill this void by taking care of your good boy/girl.

Reviews

Johan H.
Apr 09, 2018

James helped us out last minute with looking after our two miniature schnauzers when we went on vacation. Our dogs suffer from separation anxiety and need quite a bit of company as they are use to my wife and daughter being at home most of the day. James was absolutely great! Sent updates and it was one of the few times where our dogs weren't a wreck for the week after we got back from vacation. Our shower also packed up and the plumber couldn't get the parts to fix it by the time we went on vacation. James was still willing to dog sit for us despite this. We're extremely grateful to James for looking after our two dogs and will definitely make use of James again in the future. We highly recommend him to anyone who needs their dogs looked after.

Andrew V.
House Sitting • Apr 07, 2018
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First time using James to house sit. I appreciated the fact that he fed and watered my two dogs as well as collecting eggs and feeding my chickens. I did not receive any photos of the dogs while away and it seems like He just slept at the house at night and was not around for them at all during the day . As I’m only his 2nd house sit customer, I’m sure he’ll get the hang of what we as dog people expect from a pet sitter the more experience he gets.

Johno C.
Mar 27, 2018

They say that dog is man's best friend, but it's also true that James is dog's best friend. He's able to establish a relationship with any pet in a matter of minutes, a skill that could have only been honed and sharpened in a childhood surrounded with pets. Clear communication, transparency, and probity are his hallmark attributes that have led me to trust him in looking after not only my pets, but my home. Sometimes I'll spontaneously take a trip to LA or go camping in Big Sur and James has consistently been the reliable sitter that allows me to live this kind of life. A friend to people and pets alike, there is no question that he is the ideal candidate. Did you know Mars is red because it's covered in oxidized iron (rust)? Neither did I, until James taught me and my pup. That's right, those with dogs interested in outer-space will get even more value here. I found that my doggo is triggered with joy at the sound of three words: "walk," "food," or, more recently, "James" -- a more telling testimony than anything else I can say. Finally, my pets are always in better condition than when I left them; they are happier and healthier and this is why I told James he should file trademark and patent for his dog-sitting processes. Whether dog or cat, lizard or snake, parakeet or velociraptor, hamster or mouse, I believe that James can handle the job with honor and integrity.

Judy M.
Mar 20, 2018

James, grew up with animals all his life, We had several cats, Panther, Jake & Elwood, Achilles, Max, and Pullo and a dog named Chumash while growing up, he also helped with rescuing baby birds and hand feeding them back to health. 2 turtles were also part of our family. James has always been an animal person making his animals a priority and making sure they were always taken care of. I know that James would be perfect to take care of other pet lovers as he is one him self.

About James M.

Communication

80% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour

Skills

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

Information James M. would like to know about your pet

I would like to know the age of the dog, if there are any health issues, how the dog is around strangers, favorite treats, favorite toys/activities. All breeds are welcome!

A typical day

If it's alright with the owner, I really like to explore the area surrounding the dogs home on my walks. If there is a beach or a park nearby, then I'll generally head that direction. Otherwise if there is a particular rout the dog prefers, I'll gladly take that path. I also like to keep a toy close at hand if there's ever an opportunity for fetch or tug of war!

Services

House Sitting
in your home
AWAY
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
AWAY
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
AWAY

James can watch in your home

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

About James M.

Communication

80% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour

Skills

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

Information James M. would like to know about your pet

I would like to know the age of the dog, if there are any health issues, how the dog is around strangers, favorite treats, favorite toys/activities. All breeds are welcome!

A typical day

If it's alright with the owner, I really like to explore the area surrounding the dogs home on my walks. If there is a beach or a park nearby, then I'll generally head that direction. Otherwise if there is a particular rout the dog prefers, I'll gladly take that path. I also like to keep a toy close at hand if there's ever an opportunity for fetch or tug of war!

Location

Santa Cruz, CA

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James M.

Santa Cruz, CA

3.0 out of 5 stars
•5 reviews