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TJ E.

Roanoke, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
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Services

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.

TJ can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old

Availability

I am a self-employed musician. I am typically free unless I have an event. Those usually occur on Friday and Saturday evenings, with some sprinkled in on other days. I typically know weeks to well over a month in advance, which leaves my schedule very flexible. My days start at 8am and I am available until 8pm. If something works better with your pets routine, please let me know.

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Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About TJ E.

Communication

3 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

28 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

When I had a black lab named Angel, I would take her on two 30-60 minute walks a day (sometimes more), clean up after her, brush/bathe her when she needed it, trim her nails, apply topical flea and tick medicine, administer oral and eye medicine. I will give your pet(s) the highest level of care.

Information TJ E. would like to know about your pet

Before I care for your pet, I would like an overview of their daily routine, when they typically eat, any medications and when they are to be administered, allergies, that they have had their vaccinations. It is also important to know their temperament around people/other dogs/animals and if there are certain commands you use with them. I will likely have a few questions when we meet! Oh, and just in case, emergency contact information for you and your preferred veterinarian.

A typical day

I am happy to do the activities your pet enjoys and you are most comfortable with. I am an avid hiker and explore the Mill Mountain trails daily. If your dog doesn’t do well in rougher terrain or car rides (maybe because he/she is older) we could go on a walk or jog close to your home or on the Greenway. I’m great as a personal ball launcher. I am also happy to help with your dog learning basic commands and with being house trained.

Location

Roanoke, VA

TJ E.'s Neighborhood

Caring for Critters since the 1900s

Pet care experience

I have cared for dozens of animals throughout my life with various needs. I have a passion for all critters, wild or domesticated. I’ve taken care of them from the time they were little until the time came that they were getting ready to cross the rainbow bridge. I am very comfortable around dogs and have cared for rescues that needed my patience to relax and gain my trust, elderly dogs that need additional assistance, and animals thatI am also comfortable with cats in the same regard, but have not worked with rescues. My current pet is a guinea pig named ‘Guillermo’

Cat care experience

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Caring for critters since the 1900s

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

Reviews

Katie H.
Drop-In Visits • Nov 10, 2025
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We've used TJ multiple times and he's great! Would recommend any time!

Katie H.
Drop-In Visits • Sep 01, 2025
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TJ has sat for our two cats who require meds twice a day a few times now. He's great at communicating his visits

Katie H.
Drop-In Visits • Jul 12, 2025
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TJ was great with our two feisty cats, provided good updates and called with questions. Would absolutely use again!

Amber M.
Dog Walking • Mar 19, 2025
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TJ arrived in time, stayed for the full time and took pictures! Thank you for taking care of my boy!

About TJ E.

Communication

3 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

28 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

When I had a black lab named Angel, I would take her on two 30-60 minute walks a day (sometimes more), clean up after her, brush/bathe her when she needed it, trim her nails, apply topical flea and tick medicine, administer oral and eye medicine. I will give your pet(s) the highest level of care.

Information TJ E. would like to know about your pet

Before I care for your pet, I would like an overview of their daily routine, when they typically eat, any medications and when they are to be administered, allergies, that they have had their vaccinations. It is also important to know their temperament around people/other dogs/animals and if there are certain commands you use with them. I will likely have a few questions when we meet! Oh, and just in case, emergency contact information for you and your preferred veterinarian.

A typical day

I am happy to do the activities your pet enjoys and you are most comfortable with. I am an avid hiker and explore the Mill Mountain trails daily. If your dog doesn’t do well in rougher terrain or car rides (maybe because he/she is older) we could go on a walk or jog close to your home or on the Greenway. I’m great as a personal ball launcher. I am also happy to help with your dog learning basic commands and with being house trained.

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TJ E.

Roanoke, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews