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Cara R.

5.0 out of 5 stars
5 repeat clients
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Cara R.

5.0 out of 5 stars
5 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

$76 total per night

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

Highlights

Basic background check
15 years of experience
Home full time
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Friendly and caring pet sitter

I’m a Ventura native who has always loved animals and will treat your pet like my own! I was raised around a number of pets - dogs, cats, rabbits, hamsters, fish, and even horses. While in my early teens I volunteered at a dog rescue and then in college worked for a number of animal hospitals for 5 years. In the last few years I’ve watched friends’ pets while they’re on vacation and have decided to offer those services through Rover while I’m working remotely. I will take care of your pet as if it was my own. I also send plenty of pictures and updates - I try to give you all the info I would want when leaving my puppers!

Qualifications

5 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
15 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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22 ratings
Nick B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • May 10, 2026

Always professional friendly and kind. Thank you Cara.

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Heather P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Apr 11, 2026

Cara is the absolute BEST! She loves Mia,my cat, with all her quirks and issues! Cara is always solid, responsible and diligent. I give her the highest recommendation! You can know your pet is in amazing hands with Cara!

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Nick B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Dec 02, 2025

Cara is always so helpful caring for our boys when we're out. She even takes great pics! Thanks for everything.

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Heather P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Nov 10, 2025

Cara is the best. I highly recommend her as she is a communicative, caring sitter! I only to use her when I’m out of town!

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Heather P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jul 20, 2025

Cara is my absolute go-to caregiver for my crazy cat, Mia! Always communicative and Mia’s bestie! Highly recommend! H

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Heather P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • May 27, 2025

Cara is the best! Absolutely recommend!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

While staying with me, your pup will get the same routine my Rainey girl has: morning snuggles in bed, then a nice walk around the neighborhood and breakfast before my morning calls, a lunchtime walk break, and a longer evening walk (usually on the beach trail by San Jon), followed by dinner and lots of cuddles on the couch and evening play time! If your dog is up for it we’ll also do an occasional downtown trip for coffee or lunch!

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I live in an apartment walking distance to the beach so we will go on plenty of leashed walks while your dog is here. I spend 1 hour at the gym in the evenings on weekdays and a couple hours 2-3x a week visiting my horse, Belle. Aside from that, I’m basically always home and won’t be away from your pet much while they’re with me. When I am away, I have indoor cameras that allow me to make sure the pups are doing ok in my absence.

Pets

A typical day

Depending on your dogs needs, I’ll adapt to them! If they’re super active we’ll go on lots of walks. If they’re more reserved, we’ll spend more time cuddling on the couch and playing at home.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Unspayed females accepted, neutered males only
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time
Cara can host up to 2 pets per night
I would love to know as much as you can provide about your pet - do they have any quirky habits I might need to know about, do they have a favorite toy, any health issues or allergies, what recommendations/tips do you have to help make them feel as comfortable as possible in your absence?
These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

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.

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.