James S.
Basingstoke
Services
James can host
James can care for
Availability
We both work part time from home so there is always someone in the house and around. The kids will be in school during school times so around most of the time. We already have our dog so we don't go on long trips without him and wouldn't anyway when looking after other animals.
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About James S.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
In our home, it would very much depend on what your dog(s) need. We are pretty adaptable and can move things around to suit. We have a routine of sorts with our dog Bailey around feeding and walking but some things are more flexible. Our house has some green areas around as I like to get some off lead time with Bailey when we go on walks - this can all be discussed. Bailey has his bed and you can obviously bring your dogs bed. The bed is somewhere that a dog can go if they want peace and quiet which will be respected. Obviously there are a million and other things that you may want to know! I am very happy for any questions.
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Information James S. would like to know about your pet
I am pretty happy with what a dog is in general. Please let me what is unique about yours! In particular meal habits, walking habits, any medical needs and 'rituals' (for example, our dog has his collar taken off and a bonio before bed).
A typical day
In a typical day our dog usually gives me a 'kiss' in the morning (usually after the kids have already jumped on the bed to wake us up!) to hassle us up for his breakfast! Sometimes we do a little morning walk - possibly go on the school run and then an extra loop through the woods to have some morning exercise. We have a dog park nearby where all the dog walkers go if we fancy a social time. One of our specialties is we do love doing things that we call 'snuffle boxes' which are empty cardboard boxes with some recyclables such as toilet loo tubes and a few small treats that the dogs can sniff out. In the evenings we do like a ritual of getting the dogs settled in there beds - possibly with a treat - and a good night stroke.
Location
Basingstoke, United Kingdom
Pets
James S. has Star Sitter status
The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.
Dog loving family with an open home
Pet care experience
My wife Livia and I have had dogs for our whole life, ever since we were kids. I am always any new dogs best friend and Livia understands them to such a deep level. We both love dogs and treat them as a member of the family. Our old dog Bailey (11) is also co-parent to our two kids (8 and 5) and they have grown up with a love for animals. Together we all love going on adventures! We feel absolutely confident we can help look after your furry friends. Honestly, we would want your dog to have a nice time with us and help you feel that they are being looked after as they should be.
Reviews
Felt very comfortable leaving my dog with James, looked after our dog at short notice and sent photos and reassuring updates! Would recommend !
I’d like to thank James and his family for looking after Pepper so well. For me finding someone who realised and understood how nervous I was leaving her with anyone was so important, she’s basically my emotional support dog(but aren’t they all). I needn’t have worried. She was welcomed into James’ family and was treated as one of their own. James sent updates daily which allowed me to relax into and enjoy my holiday safe in the knowledge that Pepper was being well looked after. Pepper is quite a needy dog, a “lock down pup”, so all the cuddles and attention was exactly what she wanted and she befriended James’ dog Bailey which was wonderful to see. I will definitely be asking James to look after Pepper again and can without hesitation recommend him.
James was lovely from start to finish. Very communicative about what was needed in advance, and you could tell they are used to dealing with dogs. The family were very friendly and our dog came back happy! We received updates whilst we were out which was nice.
James and his family were amazing looked after my two little fur babies for 8 nights plenty off photos and messages would fully recommend and I will definitely use again
About James S.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
In our home, it would very much depend on what your dog(s) need. We are pretty adaptable and can move things around to suit. We have a routine of sorts with our dog Bailey around feeding and walking but some things are more flexible. Our house has some green areas around as I like to get some off lead time with Bailey when we go on walks - this can all be discussed. Bailey has his bed and you can obviously bring your dogs bed. The bed is somewhere that a dog can go if they want peace and quiet which will be respected. Obviously there are a million and other things that you may want to know! I am very happy for any questions.
Home
Information James S. would like to know about your pet
I am pretty happy with what a dog is in general. Please let me what is unique about yours! In particular meal habits, walking habits, any medical needs and 'rituals' (for example, our dog has his collar taken off and a bonio before bed).
A typical day
In a typical day our dog usually gives me a 'kiss' in the morning (usually after the kids have already jumped on the bed to wake us up!) to hassle us up for his breakfast! Sometimes we do a little morning walk - possibly go on the school run and then an extra loop through the woods to have some morning exercise. We have a dog park nearby where all the dog walkers go if we fancy a social time. One of our specialties is we do love doing things that we call 'snuffle boxes' which are empty cardboard boxes with some recyclables such as toilet loo tubes and a few small treats that the dogs can sniff out. In the evenings we do like a ritual of getting the dogs settled in there beds - possibly with a treat - and a good night stroke.
James S.
Basingstoke