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James P.

Belvidere, NJ

5.0 out of 5 stars
28 reviews
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Services

James can host

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

I currently make my own hours, and it allows me to have a very open schedule for taking care of pets. I always make time for pets.

About James P.

Communication

12 repeat pet parents
68% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

14 years of experience
Oral medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I am first day trained, and never leave dogs unattended in yards alone. As a dog behavior I can spot potential problems before they happen. I always put the safety of dogs and people first.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information James P. would like to know about your pet

Before hand I only need to know if your dog has any different behaviors or special needs that I need to be aware of. I have worked with so many dogs that it will not be an issue to accommodate them.

A typical day

I like to start with building basic trust with the dog going both ways so they comfortable. During the dog walk I gently set basic rules and make sure they have a fun time.

Location

Belvidere, NJ

James P.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Dog walking from a dog behaviorist

Pet care experience

I am a dog behaviorist where I currently work with aggressive, or fearful dogs and their owners to rehabilitate dogs. Before that I worked at a school where I was a Service Dog Handler for a student. I also Volunteer with a large breed dog rescue called Gentle Giants in Wayne New Jersey for the last 7 years. I handled many dogs in many different setting like adoption days and in cars driving them to their new homes. I have experience handling dogs that were extremely stressed, including dogs rescued from a dog hoarder and a Saint Bernard that was flown to New Jersey from California. The types of special need dogs I have worked with include blind, deaf, behavior problems, and a few different disabilities in the form of trouble walking.

Reviews

Ginger D.
Boarding • Aug 11, 2025
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James is extremely conscientious and goes above and beyond when caring for our pets and home. I highly recommend him!

Victoria C.
House Sitting • Jun 02, 2025
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James was great with my dog Bear and it was easy to communicate with him. Highly recommend!

Jo M.
Doggy Day Care • May 07, 2025
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Im so happy I decided to leave my dog with James. Quiet space with a lot of space. I was late and there was not a problem to extend the care time. It gelt comfortable for me to leave my dog in this place!

Ginger D.
House Sitting • Mar 15, 2025
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James took great care of our dogs and cats during our vacation. He went above and beyond in every way. I came home to a tidy house and happy pets. James communicated regularly and was very professional.

About James P.

Communication

12 repeat pet parents
68% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

14 years of experience
Oral medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I am first day trained, and never leave dogs unattended in yards alone. As a dog behavior I can spot potential problems before they happen. I always put the safety of dogs and people first.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information James P. would like to know about your pet

Before hand I only need to know if your dog has any different behaviors or special needs that I need to be aware of. I have worked with so many dogs that it will not be an issue to accommodate them.

A typical day

I like to start with building basic trust with the dog going both ways so they comfortable. During the dog walk I gently set basic rules and make sure they have a fun time.

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James P.

Belvidere, NJ

5.0 out of 5 stars
28 reviews