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Marie & James S.

Star Sitter

Abilene, TX

5.0 out of 5 stars
44 reviews
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Services

Marie & James can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time

Marie & James can care for

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

Availability

I am a retired special education teacher. I tutor a couple of times a week and also volunteer at a free breakfast program. Besides that, my schedule is wide open.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About Marie & James S.

Communication

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

Dog skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

walks, feeding, and clean-up. My top priority is to provide your furry friend with the loving attention they deserve. This means I will engage with them through playful petting, spend quality time by their side, and converse with them to keep them emotionally fulfilled. Trust me to treat your pet like family!

Home

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

Information Marie & James S. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your pet has any special needs, fears, calming techniques, allergies and/or what they like. A tummy rub, sitting on my lap, etc…

A typical day

I love to keep your pet engaged and active. Whether it’s going for a walk, playing fetch, or any other activity they enjoy. It’s all about them and what they enjoy.

Location

Abilene, TX

Marie & James S.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Marie & James S. have 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.

Caring, loving, reliable pet care!

Pet care experience

I’ve always had animals more specifically dogs. I’m a retired special education teacher with lots of patiences. I’ve been successful in adopting dogs with trauma and working with them to overcome this.

Cat care experience

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Patient, loving, and reliable.

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

Reviews

Rebecca B.
Drop-In Visits • Aug 11, 2026
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Absolutely amazing! Extremely friendly and flexible. My whole family loved the amount of care our pets received while we were gone. I loved the frequent updates as well. We will definitely be using Marie & James again!

Crystal I.
Drop-In Visits • Jul 26, 2026
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Marie is an absolute angel, bless her! So grateful for the care she gives my babies, as if they were her own. She's so communicative as well, and makes sure the babies are well taken care of before she departs each visit. Will definitely book with her again!

Meagan T.
Drop-In Visits • Jul 25, 2026
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Marie was the best! She was timely, sent detailed updates and a bunch of photos everyday, and she even brought my pup some toys and treats. I could tell my dog was having fun and was in good hands. I highly recommend Marie!

David C.
Drop-In Visits • Jul 25, 2026
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Again, beyond satisfied with the level of care provided! Incredibly grateful!

About Marie & James S.

Communication

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

Dog skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

walks, feeding, and clean-up. My top priority is to provide your furry friend with the loving attention they deserve. This means I will engage with them through playful petting, spend quality time by their side, and converse with them to keep them emotionally fulfilled. Trust me to treat your pet like family!

Home

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

Information Marie & James S. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your pet has any special needs, fears, calming techniques, allergies and/or what they like. A tummy rub, sitting on my lap, etc…

A typical day

I love to keep your pet engaged and active. Whether it’s going for a walk, playing fetch, or any other activity they enjoy. It’s all about them and what they enjoy.

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.
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Marie & James S.

Star Sitter

Abilene, TX

5.0 out of 5 stars
44 reviews