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Cara S.

Downtown, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•4 reviews
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All pets deserve Love, Safety + Joy

Pet care experience

I grew up with cats and have had lots of experience with senior cats and dogs. I have volunteered at no-kill shelters and I love getting to know new animals!

Reviews

Linda Elaine M.
House Sitting • Feb 15, 2023
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Cara was so patient with our little rescue dog, Trixie. We think Trixie was probably abused at some point before we got her, and she is afraid of almost everyone except my husband and myself. Cara spoke very softly to her, moved slowly around her, and gave her lots of treats. Trixie barks loudly and repeatedly when she's scared of anyone or anything new, and Cara was very understanding and gentle with her. We will definitely seek out Cara the next time we need someone to stay with Trixie.

Libby S.
Sep 24, 2022

I had to leave my catahoula for a week for the first time to go to a conference and was nervous about it as he has some mild separation anxiety and occasional aggression issues with other dogs. Cara put me completely at ease and took amazing care of my Paco. She sent regular status updates and pics of their walks, and Paco probably had even more fun while I was gone than when I’m around! He adores Cara and I felt so comfortable having her take care of him. Thank you Cara! Paco can’t wait til next time!

Megan S.
Sep 20, 2022

Cara has watched and walked my chocolate lab Kuna many times. She has formed a great connection with her and Kuna runs to the door to greet her every time she comes over. Cara goes above and beyond my expectations. She uses the training techniques and commands flawlessly that I have implemented with Kuna, she plays with her so lovingly and takes different routes on walks to keep Kuna entertained. She is an exceptional dog sitter and I am confident she would treat your dog(s) with as much love and attention as she has with Kuna.

Anna W.
Sep 20, 2022

I met Cara through a dog walking app when I had no one around to watch my (territorial, barky) Pomeranian. She handled her gently and was so flexible when I asked her last minute to walk Bella! Cara is an animal whisperer and a class act. 5/5 would book again. 🥰

About Cara S.

Communication

66% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour

Skills

25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have dog sat at people’s homes many times and I want to give the pet as close of an experience to their normal routine as possible. I love being active and am up for long walks!

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Cara S. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know any special needs that you dog has or if they have any personality quirks. For example, please tell me if they have any specific likes or dislikes that we might run into together either on a walk or an at-home check-in.

A typical day

Depending on your dog’s anxiety around traffic, people and other dogs I’ll decide a route that works best for their personality. I will jog with them occasionally if they are up for it. I’m a local from SB so I know many parks and where there are quieter, less busy roads.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
AWAY
House Sitting
in your home
AWAY
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
AWAY
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
AWAY
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
AWAY

Cara can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time

Cara can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

I currently have a lot of flexibility, I also wake up quite early (by 6am) so I am able to do early walks and check-ins.

About Cara S.

Communication

66% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour

Skills

25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have dog sat at people’s homes many times and I want to give the pet as close of an experience to their normal routine as possible. I love being active and am up for long walks!

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Cara S. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know any special needs that you dog has or if they have any personality quirks. For example, please tell me if they have any specific likes or dislikes that we might run into together either on a walk or an at-home check-in.

A typical day

Depending on your dog’s anxiety around traffic, people and other dogs I’ll decide a route that works best for their personality. I will jog with them occasionally if they are up for it. I’m a local from SB so I know many parks and where there are quieter, less busy roads.

Location

Santa Barbara, CA

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Cara S.

Downtown, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•4 reviews