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James M.

Boston Road, Springfield, MA

5.0 out of 5 stars
70 reviews
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Services

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

James can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
No females in heat

James can care for

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

Availability

FT dog sitter/dog boarder with a very flexible schedule. I am able to accommodate most needs without an issues. Open to discussing more if needed.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About James M.

Communication

19 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

We care for my Charlie as if he was my child and we would do the same for yours. We can crate your fur baby if needed and while under my watch, we can ensure your baby will be in great hands.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information James M. would like to know about your pet

If you have any additional info that we should know that way we can care for your baby better please let me know ahead of time.

A typical day

So because my dog is full of energy him and I will play outside for 30mins-1hr, sometimes we had over to the dog park where he lets out all of his energetic energy, there’s also days where we just go on long walk.

Location

Springfield, MA

James M.'s Neighborhood

Pets

R&J Happy Pups

Pet care experience

Being a dog owner we understand the love and care that goes into caring for a pet. From young I thought my Charlie a few new skills that he loves and still does till this day.

Reviews

Jade H.
Drop-In Visits • Jun 21, 2026
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Though the drop-in visit wasn't successful, James and Reichel were fantastic through the entire process. After the first meet and greet on Monday Reichel came by again on Friday, on her own time and at her suggestion, just to try to make Dessa more comfortable. Well, Dessa is an 11ish year old German Shepherd who was found as a stray a year ago, and it's only been a month since I adopted her (from SC to MA). She's still settling in at home, tentative but usually eventually okay with strangers. Friday's quick visit went great, but today she wasn't up for something unfamiliar, and that's understandable. If she gets more comfortable with people over time, I will 100% return to James and Reichel when needed. Excellent communication all along the way, and they truly understood and cared for Dessa, even though she wasn't nearly so friendly in return 😆

House Sitting • Jun 21, 2026

James M. cancelled a booking 4 days before it was scheduled to begin.

Dewey D.
House Sitting • Jun 08, 2026
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James continues to be a trustworthy and communicative house sitter, giving great pics and updates on my older dogs!

Melanie H.
Doggy Day Care • May 08, 2026
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Tessa has a new friend! James and Charlie, thank you for taking care of my pup for the day. It seems that she thoroughly enjoyed the stay. She cant wait for her next one!

About James M.

Communication

19 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

We care for my Charlie as if he was my child and we would do the same for yours. We can crate your fur baby if needed and while under my watch, we can ensure your baby will be in great hands.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information James M. would like to know about your pet

If you have any additional info that we should know that way we can care for your baby better please let me know ahead of time.

A typical day

So because my dog is full of energy him and I will play outside for 30mins-1hr, sometimes we had over to the dog park where he lets out all of his energetic energy, there’s also days where we just go on long walk.

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James M.

Boston Road, Springfield, MA

5.0 out of 5 stars
70 reviews