Tamara O.
Beach Haven, FL
Nothing but love and attention!
Pet care experience
Hello! My name is Tamara, but I go by “Tammy.” I have been a dog lover my entire life. I have no preference in breeds, and have experience caring for small breeds such as: Chihuahuas, Bichon Frisés, and Shih Tzu's, as well as large dog breeds such as: Rottweilers, German Shepherds, and Bull Terriers. Although I am not an animal behaviorist, I do have some experience and am comfortable caring for dogs who have aggressive tendencies, as well as administering medications to pets. I do not currently have my own dog, but in the past year I have started to volunteer at local animal shelters, as well as provide short-term fostering for shelter dogs to give them a break from the shelter life and learn more about their personalities so that they have a better chance at securing their fur-ever homes. I like to think of dogs as smaller (and furry 😂) versions of people. I say this because we all have different likes/dislikes, wants/needs, and because of that I feel as though it is important to respect each dog's preferences and boundaries. After all, there is no "one size fits all" for great pet care!
Reviews
Tamara is my go-to… likes dogs of all sizes and very reliable. Treats my dog like her own.
Perfect, thanks!
Wow, wow, wow!! Tammy is absolutely wonderful. She has taken care of our animals twice now and we couldn’t be happier! Our dog requires medication and lots of snuggles and Tammy is up for the task! She always sends updates and pictures to let us know that everything is going smoothly while we are gone! She also leaves our home exactly as she found it, if not better! Thank you for going above and beyond!
Tamara was fantastic with our fur baby! She made sure to check in constantly with any preferences we had and Mila had an absolute blast with her! She keeps the dogs well entertained, Mila stayed one night with her and by the time we got her back home she was so tired she fell right to sleep! Haha. Definitely recommend Tamara for ANY services. She’ll take care of your babies!
About Tamara O.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
ENVIRONMENT: I live in a non-smoking, second story condominium with a screened in porch where pets are allowed on the furniture. My roommate does have 2 cats that are allowed to roam freely throughout the condo (other than my room), but they can be contained to their owner's room if need be and/or separated via a pet gate. Because of my occasional fostering and my rover services, I do keep a 42" covered crate next to my bed - inside is a dog bed, and several blankets for your pup to create their "den" and have a comfortable, and safe space to hang out and sleep in. Please note - I thourhoghly clean the crate and wash all of the bedding after each furbaby leaves my care.
Home
Information Tamara O. would like to know about your pet
- Aggressive tendencies? Towards dogs, cats, animals, people, etc.? - Food allergies/sensitivities? - Environmental allergies/sensitivities? - Weight? - Crate trained? - Leash Trained? - Are there any commands you would like me to practice while I am with your fur baby? - Are there any routines you would like me to follow while I am with your fur baby?
A typical day
I have bark boxes delivered to my house (even though I don't have a dog living with me) so that I can make sure I always have plenty of treats and toys on hand for any dogs I'm caring for. If I am boarding a dog or providing Doggy Daycare services I would be more than happy to take your fur baby to a park, the beach, or a dog park - so long as it is okay with you. I can also provide a post adventure bath time if needed.
Services
Tamara can host
Tamara can watch in your home
Availability
I am a night shift nurse so my schedule and day-to-day availability can vary. If you have any questions, I would be happy to discuss them with you prior to booking to make sure you are comfortable with the time and care your fur baby will receive. On my "off days" from healthcare, I am generally home all day and available to provide several walks throughout the day and/or lots of play time and attention if I am dog boarding or house sitting.
About Tamara O.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
ENVIRONMENT: I live in a non-smoking, second story condominium with a screened in porch where pets are allowed on the furniture. My roommate does have 2 cats that are allowed to roam freely throughout the condo (other than my room), but they can be contained to their owner's room if need be and/or separated via a pet gate. Because of my occasional fostering and my rover services, I do keep a 42" covered crate next to my bed - inside is a dog bed, and several blankets for your pup to create their "den" and have a comfortable, and safe space to hang out and sleep in. Please note - I thourhoghly clean the crate and wash all of the bedding after each furbaby leaves my care.
Home
Information Tamara O. would like to know about your pet
- Aggressive tendencies? Towards dogs, cats, animals, people, etc.? - Food allergies/sensitivities? - Environmental allergies/sensitivities? - Weight? - Crate trained? - Leash Trained? - Are there any commands you would like me to practice while I am with your fur baby? - Are there any routines you would like me to follow while I am with your fur baby?
A typical day
I have bark boxes delivered to my house (even though I don't have a dog living with me) so that I can make sure I always have plenty of treats and toys on hand for any dogs I'm caring for. If I am boarding a dog or providing Doggy Daycare services I would be more than happy to take your fur baby to a park, the beach, or a dog park - so long as it is okay with you. I can also provide a post adventure bath time if needed.
Location
Jacksonville, FL
Tamara O.
Beach Haven, FL