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Cara S.

Oakdale, ME

5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews
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Calm, comfort and care for all dogs

Pet care experience

I live just a five-minute walk away from Deering Oaks Park, am an avid runner and hiker, and love all dogs — so whether your pup is high energy, a snuggle buddy, or anywhere in between, I’ll show them lots of fun and care while they’re with me! I approach dogs with calm and assertiveness, and even sensitive and shy dogs tend to grow comfortable with me quickly. I’m a young professional in digital media with a flexible schedule and I work remotely, making it easy for me to accommodate your schedule. I have lifelong experience with dogs, and have been walking and dog sitting for my friends and family for years. I am patient, responsible, and courteous. For those interested in boarding, please know that I do have one cat in my home, but she doesn’t mind dogs — and can easily stay separated from your dog due to the layout of my apartment. Please let me know what a typical day in your pet’s home looks like and I will maintain their eating, exercising, and bathroom schedule while they are in mine. Please also let me know whether they are allowed on couches or beds while at home.

Reviews

Jocelynn C.
House Sitting • Apr 12, 2023
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Cara was wonderful. We had her stay at our place with our dog while we were out of the country and she took great care of both our dog and our house. She asked all the right questions to make sure Pants' (our dog) needs were met and genuinely enjoyed her time with him. Our house was exactly as we left it when we got home which is all we asked of her. I would book with Cara again in a heartbeat!

Lisa V.
House Sitting • Mar 09, 2023
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Cara is such a wonderful pet sitter! She took great care of our extra large pup as well as our house. I highly recommend Cara if you need someone to care for your pup. She is excellent at communication and kept us updated while we were away. We are very thankful for someone like Cara to watch our Molly!

Kimberly F.
House Sitting • Feb 21, 2023
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Cara is amazing! She watched our dog for a week while we were out of town and she was a great communicator, very attentive to our pup and just all around lovely to work with. We are so thankful to have found her!

Carolyn S.
Doggy Day Care • Feb 05, 2023
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Cara is lovely - warm, friendly, a wonderful communicator, I knew immediately that Molly was in great hands. We both look forward to next time!

About Cara S.

Communication

4 repeat pet parents
Usually responds in under 12 hours
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

If your dog is here M-F, I set up space for them near my desk during the day so I can keep an eye on them while I work. If they sleep in a crate, I typically place the crate in my bedroom so they don’t get lonely at night. Again, let me know if your dog has specific needs or preferences around sleep and I’ll make sure they’re comfortable.

Home

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

Information Cara S. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know how your dog responds to other dogs and people on walks (especially if they have any history of nipping, lunging, etc.) what their favorite activities are, and if there is a special way I should approach them when we first meet. Also — if you would like me to board your dog, let me know if they get along with cats. If not, my cat can easily be kept separate from the dog with the layout in my apartment.

A typical day

Depending on your dog’s energy level and needs, we can go to Deering Oaks Park or back cove (I live near both) or the Eastern or Western Prom. I’m also happy to discuss less-busy routes near your home if your dog is shy. When the weather is good, I go on a lot of hikes or nature walks on Portland trails and would be happy to bring your dog with me if the timing/ location works out!

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$50per night
House Sitting
in your home
$50per night
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
AWAY

Cara can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
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 work remotely from home 9-5, Monday through Friday — with plenty of flexibility to care for pets and take them for walks / bathroom breaks as needed throughout the day! For active dogs, I’m also happy to take them hiking on weekends (ranging in difficulty from Bradbury to Tumbledown).

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Cara S.

Communication

4 repeat pet parents
Usually responds in under 12 hours
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

If your dog is here M-F, I set up space for them near my desk during the day so I can keep an eye on them while I work. If they sleep in a crate, I typically place the crate in my bedroom so they don’t get lonely at night. Again, let me know if your dog has specific needs or preferences around sleep and I’ll make sure they’re comfortable.

Home

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

Information Cara S. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know how your dog responds to other dogs and people on walks (especially if they have any history of nipping, lunging, etc.) what their favorite activities are, and if there is a special way I should approach them when we first meet. Also — if you would like me to board your dog, let me know if they get along with cats. If not, my cat can easily be kept separate from the dog with the layout in my apartment.

A typical day

Depending on your dog’s energy level and needs, we can go to Deering Oaks Park or back cove (I live near both) or the Eastern or Western Prom. I’m also happy to discuss less-busy routes near your home if your dog is shy. When the weather is good, I go on a lot of hikes or nature walks on Portland trails and would be happy to bring your dog with me if the timing/ location works out!

Location

Portland, ME

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Cara S.

Oakdale, ME

5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews