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James R.

Brooklyn, NY

4.2 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
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Services

James can care for

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

Availability

I work full time as a dispatcher for a car service that has me working overnights. I'm up when most people are going to work and available at the oddest hours. Luckily my cat is nocturnal and I have the option to work remotely. All the same I require at least a day before a booking to confirm availability.

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House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About James R.

Communication

2 repeat pet parents
80% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I'm a friend to animals. Which a lot of people say but when checking on friends and family they're also included in my concerns and conversations. Every animal under my care gets a new friend, a new reason to start the day, and a new thing to look forward to. They're cared for and loved with regularly scheduled walks, talks, feedings, and pets. My time with your pet is their time as well and I'm going to make the most of it.

Information James R. would like to know about your pet

All breeds can be good breeds and I don't shy away from any sort of pup because there isn't a thing about a pup that couldn't be managed with a little love and attention. If your dog isn't personable or shouldn't be allowed around people who want to pet them please let me know. I understand many people wanna pet or play with a strangers dog but if they've had a long day perhaps they're not in the mood to have such attention at the moment. Help me to learn your dogs personality as much as you can and ill always do my best to accentuate the positives.

A typical day

Ideally I like taking dogs to parks or near bodies of water away from louder areas that may be over stimulating for a pup. I give dogs lots of pets and attention so that they get used to the presence of positive interactions and will likely be more personable when interacting with people in the future.

Location

Brooklyn, NY

James R.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Kind/Patient former Kennel Worker

Pet care experience

Hello my name is James and I absolutely love animals. I have a full time job but love walking for exercise and got used to walking my friends dogs over the years and so I do this part time. I'm a cat dad, a dog uncle, and I get just as much from this experience as your pets will. My rates reflect my erratic availability but for those who can make it work I'm both safe, cheap, and reliable.

Cat care experience

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Patient and playful Cat Dad

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

Reviews

Maria M.
Dog Walking • Apr 07, 2025
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James is a terrific dog walker. My sunny and James got along very well since they met. He is very patient and takes great care of my dog!

Solo Y.
Drop-In Visits • Apr 06, 2025
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I’m heartbroken and furious about the condition I found my home and, more importantly, my cats in after trusting this sitter with their care. I provided everything clearly—detailed instructions, a walkthrough of their needs, and made sure there was more than enough food, water, and litter to last during my trip. Despite that, I came home to a distressing scene that no pet owner should ever experience. The dry food automatic dispenser was completely empty. The water fountain was bone dry—something that should never happen with animals that rely on it for hydration. The automatic litter box had been left open and untouched, with no clean litter added despite clear directions and extra litter being available. The worst part? My cats were so hungry they had torn open treat bags in desperation. I left plenty of wet food, but not a single can had been opened to feed them. It was obvious they had been neglected. Because of the lack of proper litter, my cats had no choice but to relieve themselves throughout the apartment. The smell when I walked in was overwhelming. It’s heartbreaking to know they were left in such distress when all the sitter had to do was follow simple, explained steps. This is not a case of miscommunication or a simple oversight. This is a complete failure in basic, essential care. I trusted this sitter with the well-being of my beloved pets, and that trust was broken. I absolutely do not recommend their services to anyone who wants their animals treated with even a minimum level of compassion and responsibility.

Francesca E.
Drop-In Visits • Apr 04, 2025
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James rules! He takes care of my two cats. He loves animals and will put you at ease if you're nervous about having a pet sitter.

Hannah W.
Drop-In Visits • Mar 30, 2025
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James was very friendly and great with my pups making sure that they were properly taken care of. Very respectful of my home and keeps safety in mind.

About James R.

Communication

2 repeat pet parents
80% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I'm a friend to animals. Which a lot of people say but when checking on friends and family they're also included in my concerns and conversations. Every animal under my care gets a new friend, a new reason to start the day, and a new thing to look forward to. They're cared for and loved with regularly scheduled walks, talks, feedings, and pets. My time with your pet is their time as well and I'm going to make the most of it.

Information James R. would like to know about your pet

All breeds can be good breeds and I don't shy away from any sort of pup because there isn't a thing about a pup that couldn't be managed with a little love and attention. If your dog isn't personable or shouldn't be allowed around people who want to pet them please let me know. I understand many people wanna pet or play with a strangers dog but if they've had a long day perhaps they're not in the mood to have such attention at the moment. Help me to learn your dogs personality as much as you can and ill always do my best to accentuate the positives.

A typical day

Ideally I like taking dogs to parks or near bodies of water away from louder areas that may be over stimulating for a pup. I give dogs lots of pets and attention so that they get used to the presence of positive interactions and will likely be more personable when interacting with people in the future.

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James R.

Brooklyn, NY

4.2 out of 5 stars
8 reviews