Sara G.
Bend, OR
Your Dog's Home Away From Home!
Pet care experience
Hi there! This is Sara and Colten. We are experienced pet caretakers and animal lovers. Our passion and heart for animals is evident to everyone around us and led us to start caring for others' most precious pets professionally. We'd love to make sure YOU have a stress-free vacation knowing your pets are having an amazing vacation of their own. A few years ago, I began writing full-time, which has given me the opportunity to work from home and be able to care for your pet(s) throughout the entire day. I've cared for cats, dogs, rabbits, frogs, fish, ferrets, geckos, goats, and even a koi pond! Currently, I'm only available for dog boarding up to two spayed/neutered dogs at a time. Dog boarding is $50/night and includes daily walks, playtimes, photo updates, sticking to your meal, med, and treat schedule. And, of course, plenty of love an attention. <3 We have a large fenced yard and option for pups to run in a 2-acre fenced pasture, too. If you have more than 2 dogs or special care instructions, please explain the details and we can work something out! SPECIAL NOTES: Home pick-up & drop-off is also available for homes in Bend and Redmond for $25. This way, you have one less thing to do before heading out on your trip. Plus, your pup will be dropped off in time to greet you you when you get home! - Worked in over 10 animal shelters around the world. - Cared for pets with intensive medication needs. - Cared for homes with pools, fish ponds, boats, etc. - Completed a dog training course. Why I love dog sitting: I've loved dogs as as long as we can remember! I grew up caring for English Shepherds and Dachshunds. Even in elementary school I always took care of the neighborhood dogs when my neighbors traveled. Colten grew up on a ranch in Oregon with Beagles, horses, sheep, chickens and goats! Experience administering medication We are both 100% comfortable administering medication to animals if necessary.
Reviews
Loved having our dog with Sara for a longer trip of ours. Her and Snug were great company and took amazing care of Echo. We hope to have echo stay there again as he loved running around her yard and exploring!
Sara was fantastic. She took such good care of Nuke and sent regular photos and updates. We will definitely book with Sara again!!
Sara is fantastic! She took wonderful care of my dog Remy while I was in town visiting family where I couldn't have my dog. She is a true "dog" person and I felt very comfortable leaving my dog with her. She has a fenced yard and a playful puppy that my dog enjoyed playing with. She sent photos and updates and I never felt worried about leaving my dog there. She made him feel like part of the family (he weasels his way in with charm and his sad puppy dog eyes!!) and I know he was loved. I would absolutely use Sara again in the future if I'm ever in Bend! Thanks so much!!! Remy misses you guys!
Sara was great - very attentive and good with providing updates. Pino got plenty of play time and was happy. Would recommend!
About Sara G.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
My goal is always to stick to your pets schedule and routines so they have consistency while you’re away. If anything, my past clients tell me their dogs have MORE fun, exercise, playtime, and snuggles while they're away.
Home
Information Sara G. would like to know about your pet
Is your dog on any medication? What, when, and where does your dog eat? Is your dog allowed to have treats? Does your dog enjoy walks? Does your dog have any special toys or games that he or she enjoys? Where does your dog sleep? Are there any health issues I should know about? What are your emergency phone numbers? Who is your dog's regular veterinarian? Does your dog have any separation anxiety, noise/thunder phobias, or other anxieties I should know about? How does your dog react to other dogs and people on walks? Do I need to get mail, pick up the paper, water plants, etc? Do you have any additional questions for me?
A typical day
Time I'll spend with your dog Since we work on online we have the opportunity to work from home and be present with your dog and other pets for around 15-20 hours a day. Extra house-sitting services Yes, we'd be happy to take on additional tasks. We've looked after homes with all sorts of specific needs including water wells, ponds, gardening, pool care (chlorinated and salt water pools), mail checks and even looking after an ant farm. We take pride in leaving homes exactly the way the homeowners left them, and sometimes just a pinch cleaner :)
Services
Sara can host
Availability
Your dog will probably get way tooooo much attention. :D I work from home and always take my breaks to play with the pups outside!
About Sara G.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
My goal is always to stick to your pets schedule and routines so they have consistency while you’re away. If anything, my past clients tell me their dogs have MORE fun, exercise, playtime, and snuggles while they're away.
Home
Information Sara G. would like to know about your pet
Is your dog on any medication? What, when, and where does your dog eat? Is your dog allowed to have treats? Does your dog enjoy walks? Does your dog have any special toys or games that he or she enjoys? Where does your dog sleep? Are there any health issues I should know about? What are your emergency phone numbers? Who is your dog's regular veterinarian? Does your dog have any separation anxiety, noise/thunder phobias, or other anxieties I should know about? How does your dog react to other dogs and people on walks? Do I need to get mail, pick up the paper, water plants, etc? Do you have any additional questions for me?
A typical day
Time I'll spend with your dog Since we work on online we have the opportunity to work from home and be present with your dog and other pets for around 15-20 hours a day. Extra house-sitting services Yes, we'd be happy to take on additional tasks. We've looked after homes with all sorts of specific needs including water wells, ponds, gardening, pool care (chlorinated and salt water pools), mail checks and even looking after an ant farm. We take pride in leaving homes exactly the way the homeowners left them, and sometimes just a pinch cleaner :)
Location
Bend, OR
Pets
Sara G.
Bend, OR