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Jim H.

5.0 out of 5 stars
8 repeat clients
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Jim H.

5.0 out of 5 stars
8 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $47 per night

Highlights

Jim has Star Sitter status!
Basic background check
40 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication

Pet care experience

Fenced-in yard. We work from home.

Lauren and I have cared for dogs, as pets, since we were kids. We have an 18-pound mini poodle who loves play time. We welcome good tempered dogs to play with him supervised in our fenced-in back yard and for chill-time on the couch.

Qualifications

8 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
40 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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23 ratings
Jaime R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Aug 11, 2026

Winnie had a great time!

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Brian M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 23, 2026

They took excellent care of my two small dogs. Kept me informed daily. Will definitely use them again.

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Hanyu C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 06, 2026

Mochi had a great time with Jim's and Merle. Mochi looked really happy in the pictures and the video! Will definitely rebook!

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Katrina G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 01, 2026

Jim and his family were so caring and great. Chloe came back happy and tired. She had the best time with their little pup. Will definitely want to have Chloe stay here in the future!!!

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Katharine W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • May 11, 2026

Jim and his wife could not have been more amazing!!!!!!! Truly absolutely wonderful hosts - so so kind and great with my pup!

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Mary M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Mar 22, 2026

Jim has truly become a second home for Jellybean. This was her second stay, and it gives us so much peace of mind knowing she’s in such caring and loving hands. You can tell she’s not just being watched—she’s genuinely cared for and comfortable, almost like part of the family. When she came back, she was happy, relaxed, and even gained a little weight—which honestly says everything about how well she’s being taken care of. It’s such a relief to have someone we fully trust with her. We’re incredibly grateful for Jim and wouldn’t hesitate to book with him again.

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Schedule

We’re at work at home family so have no problem giving proper attention to our pet guests. We take daily walks and are happy to include your pooch!

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, has cats
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Safety, trust & environment

Fenced back yard with kitchen exit for easy and frequent supervised potty and playtime breaks. Lots of toys to keep your pup entertained. We both work from home.

Pets

A typical day

Lots of play, then rest time. Going for a leashed neighborhood walk with the family, and just hang out. Belly rubs, treats and comfy sleeping options depending on your dog’s preferences.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Jim can host up to 2 pets per night
Dogs up to 25 pounds accepted. No aggressive dogs — must play well with others. No furniture chewers. Housebroken. Cat friendly (we have a 19-year-old male kitty who generally keeps to himself upstairs).
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.