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Mara K.

Bennington, VT

5.0 out of 5 stars
•38 reviews
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Certified Veterinary Assistant

Pet care experience

I have taken care of pets for my entire life, from childhood into adulthood. I’m a certified Veterinary Assistant who’d love to look after your dogs (I give the best back scratches and belly rubs!), cats, birds, and any one of your treasured pets while you’re away. I’m the mom of one special needs dog, Joker, who I adopted from the SPCA in 2015, and I previously cared for an older special needs dog with a serious medical condition for about three years, until she passed in 2015. I’m trained in animal CPR, giving medications, animal behavior, and animal nutrition. During 2017, I babysat 14 cats and dogs, and I have a five-star rating on Rover as of this writing. I absolutely love to walk dogs and I’m eager to hear what you think is the best walking and care routine for your dog, so that I can take care of your best friend the same way that you would. We can play inside and take long walks, get plenty of exercise and I will send you lots of pictures. I have experience working with many breeds--of all ages and sizes--and dogs that require special attention or have medical conditions. I have plenty of experience caring for cats, too. They’re very special to me and I look forward to chatting with you about the best way to take care of your cat while you’re away at work or for the weekend. Thanks for reading my profile, and I can’t wait to hear from you and your furry (or not-so-furry, I love them all!) friend!

Reviews

Julie G.
Drop-In Visits • Feb 08, 2020
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Mara was fantastic. I would definitely use her again. Really pays attention to details and my dogs loved her

Chelsea J.
Drop-In Visits • Dec 20, 2019
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Mara provided drop in visits at my apartment for my 2 cats while I was away for 6 days. She took great care of them and sent me many photos. I’m very happy I booked Mara to care for them and will request her again the next time I go away!

Lesa D.
Drop-In Visits • Nov 30, 2019
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I have used Mara several times this year for drop-in visits. She is excellent and super-reliable!!!! Java and I are thankful to her for her wonderful care!!!

Rachel S.
House Sitting • Jul 01, 2019
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She's wonderful!!

About Mara K.

Communication

16 repeat pet parents
60% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Mara K. would like to know about your pet

I don't have any breed preferences. I love all breeds. I just want to know what they enjoy-long walks, play time at a dog park or in the backyard, belly rubs, ect.

A typical day

I will pet sit cats or dogs. Let me know what your pet likes and doesn't like and if they have any fear so I can make their experience the best. I love animals and will treat your best friend as my own while in my care.

Services

House Sitting
in your home
$30per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$17per visit
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$17per walk
Boarding
in the sitter's home
AWAY

Mara can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Takes only 1 client at a time

Mara can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Calendar last updated 2 years ago
House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Mara K.

Communication

16 repeat pet parents
60% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Mara K. would like to know about your pet

I don't have any breed preferences. I love all breeds. I just want to know what they enjoy-long walks, play time at a dog park or in the backyard, belly rubs, ect.

A typical day

I will pet sit cats or dogs. Let me know what your pet likes and doesn't like and if they have any fear so I can make their experience the best. I love animals and will treat your best friend as my own while in my care.

Location

Bennington, VT

Mara K.'s Neighborhood

Pets

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Mara K.

Bennington, VT

5.0 out of 5 stars
•38 reviews