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Mara U.

5.0 out of 5 stars
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Mara U.

5.0 out of 5 stars

Contact for Boarding

from $100 per night

Highlights

Enhanced background check
25 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Active and available dog lover.

I grew up around animals of all kinds on a farm and had the privilege of owning and loving our dog, Betty Lou for 14 years.

Cat care experience

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Kitties are the best!

Mara also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Qualifications

100% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Ratings and reviews

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2 ratings
John M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • May 26, 2026

I had a wonderful experience with Mara! My dog is large, energetic, and needs a lot of exercise and attention, and Mara handled her incredibly well. It was clear from the updates and photos that my dog was getting plenty of activity, care, and affection throughout her stay. Mara gave her a warm, comfortable environment and treated her like part of the family. We came home to a happy, well-exercised dog, which says everything. I would absolutely trust Mara again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable and caring sitter, especially for big, active pups!

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Brittany G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jan 24, 2025

I can’t say enough wonderful things about Mara. She did twice daily drop ins and walks with my 3 Australian shepherds and kitty in my camper and followed all my crazy routines/ niche camper instructions to a T. She was timely, communicative and I know my babies were loved on in my absence. My trip ended up being delayed >30 hours and ended up with 3 additional checkins. Mara and her flexibility are the only reason I stayed sane throughout my ordeal- knowing above all my family was taken care of. 10/10. I would recommend Mara to anyone looking for peace of mind any time they need to leave town!

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Taryn L.
Aug 17, 2024

Mara and her family are pet lovers and care deeply for their pets. They are responsible when taking care of other pets and very attentive to pets needs.

Erich M.
Aug 16, 2024

Mara is a kitty-cat enthusiast and pooch extraordinaire. She had a lovely rotty mix named ‘Betty Lou’ for fourteen years who had all the walks, romps, and love a dog could ever have. Her current clutch of cats are adoringly cared for. In short, Mara will take better care of your furball(s) than you do!

Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I work from home and am looking for ways to make extra money while staying active and fitting in with my kids' school schedule (9 am-3 PM).

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 3 cats
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Safety, trust & environment

We have a fenced in yard and I will follow whatever guidelines are needed in the client's home. I understand each situation is different and each pet needs specific care.

Pets

A typical day

I love to hike, run and walk in all sorts of different locations. I can also play with your dog with toys, balls or other pets.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only
Mara can host up to 2 pets per night
Let me know if there's anything extra I can do to make your dog feel comfortable and loved. I know it can be stressful to be away from family.
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.