Hi, my name is James, I am 23 and I am a PhD student at Loughborough university. I have been on Pawshake for over a year now and have really enjoyed caring for people's pets, ensuring that they get all of the attention that they need. I have owned dogs all my life, including an extremely energetic greyhound, an attention seeking border collie, two chilled out black labradors, and eight puppies for a period of time. Throughout my life I have loved dogs and learnt how to treat and care for them. I also have experience of owning cats, gerbils, rabbits, hamsters, Guinea pigs, mice, rats, chickens, ducks, geese, Guinea fowl and a tortoise.
I offer dog walking and pet sitting for any pets, in the owners home. For dog walking I will come to your house and collect your dog, I will then take them for a good hour long walk around your local area. Before booking a walk, I will be happy to come and meet your dog (free of charge) to ensure that you and your dog will be happy with my services.
If you require my pet sitting services then I will come for a meet and greet where you can explain exactly what you would like me to do. I will be happy to visit your home to provide food and water and check on any pets. I can also stay for a few hours, or as long as you would like, to keep your pets company. I will also provide walks for any dogs for no extra charge.
If you would like me to stay overnight to look after your pets then you can select the house sitting option. This will also include any walks that will be required within the time that I am there. I am happy to water plants or take out bins as well.
I do have a car and I am willing to travel if need be, however I do charge more if excessive driving is necessary.
As I am now doing my PhD, I will only be available in the evening or at weekends.
Full refund if canceled before 12:00 p.m. one day before the booking, 50% refund afterward.
No refund is payable if the booking is canceled on or after the start date.
Note: All times are based on the sitter’s time zone
We have no hesitation in asking james to sit our dogs again in the future. Very respectful of our dogs, wishes and our home. James is sensible, knowledgeable and compassionate. Regular detailed updates on how everything was. Thank you james, we were able to relax on our holiday knowing our dogs were in very good hands.
James took great care of our Newfie puppy, helping us out by dog sitting at short notice. She was really chilled out when we got back and clearly had plenty of fuss.