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James R.

4.9 out of 5 stars
7 repeat clients
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James R.

4.9 out of 5 stars
7 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $38 per night

Highlights

James has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
21 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication

Pet care experience

Dogs and cats are the best.

I've had pets nearly my whole life. I absolutely love dogs and cats. How anyone could mistreat an animal is beyond me. I will give the best care to your pet.

Qualifications

7 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
21 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Can provide daily exercise

Ratings and reviews

4.9
stars
15 ratings
Tyson A.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 08, 2026

Mr. James did an awesome job with Onyx! I could tell he had so much fun!

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Tony C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • May 30, 2026

Very accommodating and attentive care. Thank you, James!

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Lisa L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Apr 19, 2026

Our cat had a very relaxing stay with James! He was there, along with our dog and a grand dog, and they all seemed to adjust really well, especially for a first-time visit. James seems to care as much about his clients pets as the clients themselves do! We are all so thankful!

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Lisa L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Apr 19, 2026

Our fur baby and cat, along with our grand dog, had a wonderful stay with James! This was their first visit and they all three made themselves right at home from the moment they met James. Even the cat quickly made friends with him. He has a nice, very clean home with a large fenced backyard for pets to relax and enjoy. James sends daily updates and photos, and is quick to respond to any questions or concerns. He’s such a nice and caring guy with a calming disposition, and it warms our hearts for all of our fur babies to be so content in his presence. Great experience!!

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Courtney L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Apr 18, 2026

Ethel had a great stay with her cousins at James’ house! James is great to work with and is great at communicating. Our animals were very comfortable there and quickly took over his house.

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Natasha S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Apr 13, 2026

If you’re looking for someone who will truly care for your dogs like they’re his own, James is absolutely the one. From the moment we connected, he was kind, patient, and incredibly attentive—not just to me, but to my dogs as well. He kept in touch the entire time, sending updates that gave me so much peace of mind. You can tell he genuinely loves what he does because my dogs came back happy, relaxed, and clearly very attached to him. His setup is beautiful—plenty of safe, comfortable space indoors and outdoors for the dogs to enjoy. It honestly felt more like a little vacation for them than just boarding. I will be booking with James again and again—honestly, even when I don’t need boarding, just so my dogs can have a fun getaway with someone they love and trust. Highly, highly recommend!

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Schedule

I retired a year ago although I'm only 53. I have plenty of time and I love animals so I decided to pet sit and board.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I have a big back yard that is fenced in. I also have dog beds in my home. I have central heat and air so your pet will be comfortable in my home.

A typical day

Pets will enjoy playing in my big back yard that is fenced in. We will play games and enjoy the fresh air when it's not too hot or cold.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
James can host up to 3 pets per night
I need to know if your pet needs medication and what type of dog you have. I also need to know if your dog bites.
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.