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Lara S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
7 repeat clients
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Lara S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
7 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $25 per visit

Highlights

Enhanced background check
25 years of experience
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Trustworthy, reliable animal lover!

I am a lifelong animal person, specializing in dogs. I've lived with and cared for over a dozen dogs of various breeds, sizes, personalities, and needs. I grew up with multiple dogs, a cat, and a rabbit (as big as me!) who followed me around as I learned to crawl. Our family rescued many animals in need; ducks warmed up in our bathtub when they got frozen in the river, and orphaned squirrels ended up running up and down the curtains in our living room. I have adopted multiple rescue dogs over the years, and two of them even ended up on the cover of Bark Magazine! And I would love to help care for yours!

Qualifications

7 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

I spent over 20 years as a professional visiting people's homes and developing trusting relationships with them, and I will treat your pet like I'd treat a loved one of my own. If your fur baby comes to me, I have a fenced-in backyard (8 foot cedar privacy fence) with locked gates where animals can run and play if you wish them to. I love to give treats and cuddles, and for walks near my own home, I live in a safe, clean, area close to Forest Park.

Ratings and reviews

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19 ratings
Mary G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Dec 17, 2025

Lara is amazing. Our dogs love here.

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Mary G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • May 25, 2025

Lara is the best!

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Stephanie C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • May 15, 2025

Laura is flexible and great with our dog!

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Valerie L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Feb 25, 2025

Lara is a godsend. She was able to walk my girls at the last minute. She sent pictures and made sure they had a good time out of the house. I’m definitely booking her again. It’s nice to know I can count on her.

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Joel S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Feb 03, 2025

Lara does a terrific job with Lucy. I couldn't be more pleased!

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Mary G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Sep 27, 2024

Will use Lara again for our dogs.

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I am a college educated, former working professional, and now a mom whose kids are in school. I am available for walks and in-home visits, and I can also offer day care in my home.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Lara can host up to 3 drop-ins per day
Please let me know if your pet has any special needs or behaviors to account for so I can help keep them safe and comfortable!
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.