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James S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
13 repeat clients
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James S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
13 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $22 per visit

Highlights

Basic background check
13 years of experience

Pet care experience

Cat whisperer and cherisher!

Experienced cat aficionado. $1 of my daily rate goes to a local animal shelter (Red Door or Tree House)! I've had family cats or cats of my own for most of my life, from kittens to senior. I currently have two young kitty family members. I know cat signals and behaviors and find them to be an absolute joy! I am happy to give your cat(s) all the attention they desire, through play, pets, exercise, or a lap to sleep on. Even the most anti-social cats tend to tolerate my existence. :) I've lived with dogs and rabbits previously, whom I occasionally cared for during housemate vacations or times away. I do not offer canine services on Rover. I have some experience feeding and giving oral medications to other animals including reptiles, rats, sugar gliders, and birds. One of my first priorities upon entering a home with a pet is to introduce myself to them, because not only do you have to trust me, but your pet(s) has to trust me too. I want your pet to feel safe and comfortable so they can be themselves - play, snuggle, whatever your pet likes to do. For cats, I like to get on their level, on the ground, even sometimes rolling over on my back, signaling that I am not a threat. I let them approach me at their leisure, and I'll extend a soft hand for them to sniff. By understanding cat behavior and their signals, I aim to become a trusted source of play, pets, food, and safety for your furry loved ones.

Qualifications

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

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

Any animals I care for are treated as my own, with love, play, and a focus on their overall well-being. I always love seeing a shy cat warm up to me.

Ratings and reviews

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42 ratings
Katie R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Mar 27, 2026

James was a wonderful cat sitter. He took great care of my two kitties and was very communicative through out the whole process.

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Linda K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jan 01, 2026

Great care. Will hire again.

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Susan T.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Dec 28, 2025

James did a great job. Shady and Dog were well cared for and he interacted with them daily. Thank you for taking such good care of them!

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Julia S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jul 08, 2025

James is such a great sitter! I truly trust him my cats and he is so communicative!

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Julia S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Mar 30, 2025

James was incredible! So attentive to the cats and communicative with me. Went above and beyond to make me feel comfortable leaving the country for ten days. I will definitely book James in the future!

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Linda K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Oct 13, 2024

Awesome

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I work full-time, with occasional days being remote, so I can stop by at the start or end of my day, in the evenings, or possibly midday on days I'm remote. Let me know what your needs are.

Cats
James can host up to 2 drop-ins per day
Please let me know if your pet needs any medications, has any special needs, or any behaviors that may seem odd or concerning, but are actually normal for your fur-baby.
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.