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Cara D.

Gulfport, FL

4.9 out of 5 stars
23 reviews
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Services

Cara can host

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

Cara can care for

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

Availability

I work remote and happy to take the pups out as often as necessary and love taking walks or to a dog park if that is your preference.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Cara D.

Communication

8 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I stay and work from home and attentive to the dogs needs and they are welcome in any area or on my furniture, and welcome to sleep with me or their doggy beds or crates.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Cara D. would like to know about your pet

Temperament, size, any special needs, feeding instructions, medications (if any), if housebroken, and ability to get along with my elderly pooch, Harmony. All breeds accepted!

A typical day

Here's where we'll take our walks All throughout downtown Gulfport and beach area. Hopefully we can have a nice day and stop at the dog park! Your dog's sleeping arrangement anywhere he/she wants :) Mac sleeps in bed with me. Time I'll spend with your dog On weekends- most of the day or night, other than running errands. I love to take doggies on walks- if it is nice out, I take them to Patterson park dog park. I am home every eve and weekends, and if I have to watch your home or dog during the weekdays, I work downtown and able to pop by!

Location

Gulfport, FL

Cara D.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Seeking new pup friends in GP!

Pet care experience

Hello! New rescue mom, available for part time pet sitting and/or boarding. I have a very friendly 10 year old Bassett hound mix rescue . I have a very comfortable home, steps away from the downtown Gulfport. Why I love dog sitting: I prefer doggies to humans most of the time! Some call me a dog whisperer- I am instantly very close and make sure to have a bond with each and every animal...I understand separation anxiety can sometimes be challenging so I do my best to treat doggies like lil human beings- making them as happy and comfortable as possible! I make sure every animal has individual attention, care and love while mommy/daddy are away. Meet my pets Harmony. About my yard I do not...I have a small back porch, but I generally walk my dogs 2-3 times a day, and take them to the dog park to get exercise. If I watch your pet during the week, I work from home and can stop over frequently to let them out mid-day. I love taking long walks too! [If your doggie can keep up with me ;) ]

Reviews

Ryan H.
Boarding • Aug 08, 2026
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Badger had a great time! Cara gave her lots of walks and stayed in touch with pics...definitely will book again.

Brandon P.
Boarding • Jul 26, 2026
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She did great with cocoa, I could tell she enjoyed his company. Clean place and daily updates. Highly recommended

Kelly B.
House Sitting • Jul 16, 2026
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Cara took good care of our dogs, Bryson and Luna, while we were away. It gave us peace of mind knowing they were being looked after in their own home. We appreciated her help and were able to enjoy our trip knowing they were safe. Thank you, Cara!

Kevin B.
House Sitting • Jan 01, 2018
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If you find yourself needing someone to care for your furry friend while you're away, Cara is an excellent choice! I found myself needing a last minute sitter for my dog Bruno while I was out of town for the holidays and after reading glowing reviews, I contacted Cara hoping she could take care of my little guy on short noticed. Luckily for us, she was available, and made the process very easy. After a quick meeting at my place, Bruno had a sitter and my trip was saved! While I was out of town, Cara stayed at my apartment with Bruno and provided excellent care for Bruno, which included frequent updates and pictures to let me know he was safe and having fun! Bruno is full of personality and can be quite the handful, but she seemed to really enjoy spending time with and playing with him, and I am sure he loved it. I will definitely reach out to her in the future if and when the need to find a sitter for Bruno arises and would HIGHLY recommend her services to anyone who needs the same! Thanks again Cara for everything!

About Cara D.

Communication

8 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I stay and work from home and attentive to the dogs needs and they are welcome in any area or on my furniture, and welcome to sleep with me or their doggy beds or crates.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Cara D. would like to know about your pet

Temperament, size, any special needs, feeding instructions, medications (if any), if housebroken, and ability to get along with my elderly pooch, Harmony. All breeds accepted!

A typical day

Here's where we'll take our walks All throughout downtown Gulfport and beach area. Hopefully we can have a nice day and stop at the dog park! Your dog's sleeping arrangement anywhere he/she wants :) Mac sleeps in bed with me. Time I'll spend with your dog On weekends- most of the day or night, other than running errands. I love to take doggies on walks- if it is nice out, I take them to Patterson park dog park. I am home every eve and weekends, and if I have to watch your home or dog during the weekdays, I work downtown and able to pop by!

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Cara D.

Gulfport, FL

4.9 out of 5 stars
23 reviews