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Dara D.

4.9 out of 5 stars
27 repeat clients
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Dara D.

4.9 out of 5 stars
27 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $30 per night

Highlights

Basic background check
10 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience
Accepts 1 client at a time

Pet care experience

Calling All Good Boys and Girls

Since I live in a house with 4 other people, I can only host only dogs that are well-behaved, fully potty-trained, and do not bark too much. Another dog lives at my home and is owned by another housemate. Beau is a 3 year old, 55lb. Australian Shepherd and he is fixed. (He is the first dog in my pictures.) He gets *super* excited meeting new dogs but then he’ll calm down after a bit. He loves to play but will also give space if your dog gives hints that they want to be left alone. I love taking pictures so I'll be sure to update you regularly with some cute photos!

Qualifications

27 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
10 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

4.9
stars
65 ratings
Devin A.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 23, 2026

Dara did a great job caring for Teddy and sending us photo updates!

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Nujsaubnusi V.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 04, 2026

Dara was very communicative and took amazing care of our dog when we were out of town. She appropriately contacted us when our dog wasn't feel well and went above and beyond by taking her to our vet while we made our way back to town.

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Jamilyn K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jan 17, 2026

reliable pleasant great with my special needs elderly dog

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Jamilyn K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Dec 19, 2025

Dara was very easy to work with and farley had a good start at her place. She managed valleys special needs and elderly status without issues. She sent updates and photos to reassure me while I was away. Quick responses were appreciated. Will book again

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Katherine H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Oct 14, 2025

Tennessee loves spending time with Dara! She is an excellent sitter and was very communicative while I was out of town with a big time difference.

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Katherine H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Oct 08, 2025

Tenny LOVED staying with Dara! She took great care of him and was an excellent communicator. She also sent many adorable pictures. I will definitely book another stay with her should the need arise.

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I work full time as a Licensed Social Worker Project Manager. I can be gone from the house for up to 8 hours but prioritize time with your pup when I’m home.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 8+ hours

Safety, trust & environment

When I am home, your pup is welcome to the whole 3 story house including the fenced-in backyard. When I am out of the house, the dogs are kept in my master bedroom.

A typical day

If your dog likes to socialize, they can spend time with the other dog that lives in the house and run around the backyard. If they don’t so much, I’ll be sure to keep them more separate from the other pup. It’s a big house so we can find our own space. My favorite thing to do is cuddle. So if your pup likes lots of attention and pets, they will be happy here!

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time
Dara can host up to 2 pets per night
Is your dog well-behaved? When and how often does your dog bark? I live in a three-story home. How does your pup do with steps?
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.