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sara e.

Near West Side, chicago, IL

7 reviews
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Services

sara can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only

sara can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs

Availability

I have free mornings every day, which allows me plenty of time to focus on walks, playtime, and caring for pets. In the afternoons I also have some flexibility, and on certain weekends I can adjust my schedule to make sure pets get the attention they need. My routine gives me the ability to provide consistent, reliable, and loving care for dogs and cats.

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About sara e.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour

Skills

30 years of experience

Safety, trust & environment

I provide loving and reliable care for both dogs and cats. I have a spacious home where pets have plenty of room to play and relax. I also have a small dog and a cat who are very friendly and will be great companions for your pets during their stay. With years of experience caring for animals, I make sure every pet feels safe, comfortable, and loved as if they were my own.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, has cats
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information sara e. would like to know about your pet

Anything important to know ahead of time? Their routines, feeding schedule, meds, quirks, favorite toys, what scares them, how they act with other pets, and any rules you want me to follow.

A typical day

I’ll play fetch, give plenty of cuddles, take relaxing walks, practice simple tricks, and keep them entertained with toys—making sure they feel safe, happy, and loved while you’re away.

Location

chicago, IL

sara e.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Loving and Reliable Care

Pet care experience

I’ve been caring for dogs and cats since I was young, and I truly treat every pet like part of my family. Neighbors, friends, and relatives have trusted me for years to walk, feed, bathe, and give lots of love to their pets. I have experience with puppies, energetic dogs, senior pets, and cats of all personalities. My goal is always to make sure your furry friend feels safe, happy, and cared for while you’re away.

Reviews

ebertigna R.
nov 22, 2025

Sara formed a beautiful connection with Luna from the very first minute. Luna is usually shy, but she opened up to Sara instantly. It felt like watching a dog recognize a true friend. Sara is patient, gentle, and genuinely attentive to every little detail. I trust her completely with any pet because she treats them with real love — the kind you can’t fake.

Manuel M.
nov 22, 2025

Geraldo was tiny in the way only chihuahuas can be — all heart, all spirit, wrapped in a body that always seemed one size too small for the amount of love he carried around. He moved through the world on one determined leg, wobbling but proud, like a knight who misplaced his horse but never his courage.

C C.
nov 22, 2025

Geraldo was tiny in the way only chihuahuas can be — all heart, all spirit, wrapped in a body that always seemed one size too small for the amount of love he carried around. He moved through the world on one determined leg, wobbling but proud, like a knight who misplaced his horse but never his courage. He cried sometimes, a soft little sound, almost musical. Not from pain — from wanting company. He liked knowing someone was near. And with Sara, he never had to wonder. She held him the way you hold something irreplaceable. She talked to him as if he understood every word, and the wild thing is… he kind of did. When he cried, she answered. When he was scared, she steadied him. When he wanted warmth, she became it. And when the end came — quiet, slow, the way small stars sometimes fade — he was in her arms. That was the only place he wanted to be. His tiny body relaxed, his trembling stopped, and for the first time in a long time, he didn’t cry. Because he wasn’t alone. Some people “care for pets.” Sara loves them. Even the fragile ones. Especially the fragile ones. Geraldo’s story is small, but it’s the kind that stays. A reminder that a short life can still be a complete one — if someone is willing to hold on until the very last moment.

Carolina H.
nov 22, 2025

Sara cared for my little chihuahua, Geraldo, who had only one leg but more courage than most full-sized dogs. In his final moments, he passed away in her arms, and she stayed with him, calm and loving, until the very end. That kind of compassion can’t be taught. Sara treats every pet as if they were her own family, with patience, softness, and genuine devotion. Anyone who entrusts their pet to her is placing them with someone who loves deeply and shows up fully.

About sara e.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour

Skills

30 years of experience

Safety, trust & environment

I provide loving and reliable care for both dogs and cats. I have a spacious home where pets have plenty of room to play and relax. I also have a small dog and a cat who are very friendly and will be great companions for your pets during their stay. With years of experience caring for animals, I make sure every pet feels safe, comfortable, and loved as if they were my own.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, has cats
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information sara e. would like to know about your pet

Anything important to know ahead of time? Their routines, feeding schedule, meds, quirks, favorite toys, what scares them, how they act with other pets, and any rules you want me to follow.

A typical day

I’ll play fetch, give plenty of cuddles, take relaxing walks, practice simple tricks, and keep them entertained with toys—making sure they feel safe, happy, and loved while you’re away.

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sara e.

Near West Side, chicago, IL

7 reviews