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Sara H.

Sylmar, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
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Services

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all service fees.

Sara can host

Cats
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
Takes only one pet owner at a time

Sara can look after

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old

Availability

My beloved senior dog with special needs (lost use of hind legs among other things) recently passed away and I miss him but am so thankful for the time we had. I learned a lot about using natural remedies to support senior dog health from him and also learned to walk him with support for his hind end. I am currently able to provide drop in visits for pets in the Mountain Glen I community in Sylmar at this time. If you live in this community and need help caring for your family pet, please reach out so we can arrange a time to meet. Happy to help with dogs, cats and possibly other kinds of pets. I can board too, but only for pets I know and have worked with previously.

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About Sara H.

Communication

2 repeat pet owners
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
50% bookings with photo updates

Dog skills

50 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

I always look for and implement practices that will create a safe, peaceful, healthy and nurturing environment for pets in my home and only board pets from the same home at the same time. Boarding and day-care are only available for pets I know and have worked with previously.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced garden
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Pets not allowed on furniture
Toilet breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Sara H. would like to know about your pet

I would like to meet you and your pet(s) before finalizing any pet-sitting arrangements. Please let me know of any special considerations before we schedule a complimentary "meet and greet."

A typical day

I am available for 20 min drop-in visits and will help your pet(s) relieve themselves (as appropriate) and provide food, water, tlc (as per animal's preferences) and/or other special needs as per your instructions. Upon request, I can also suggest natural remedies that might support your dog's health.

Location

Sylmar, CA

Sara H.'s Local Area

I would love to care for your pet!

Pet care experience

I have been caring for pets (dogs and cats) since I was 5 years old as both a pet owner and sitter. I understand how difficult it can be to be away from your pet family members and will send regular pics and updates to keep you informed about your pet's well-being while you're away. I have always been passionate about researching and finding effective natural solutions to support pet health and am happy to recommend helpful approaches for your pets specific needs at your request. I also have lots of senior dog care experience, and am comfortable administering most meds that don't involve needles.

Reviews

Henni W.
Boarding • Mar 23, 2026
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Sara is totally amazing!!! The perfect caregiver, conscientious, caring, communicative, no doubt she loves animals...would highly recommend to anyone.

Henni W.
Boarding • Jan 10, 2026
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Sara was absolutely wonderful taking care of our Toby while we were out of town. Would highly recommend to anyone who wants a compassionate, responsible, trustworthy, pet-loving caregiver!

Daniela R.
Boarding • Jun 16, 2025
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Sarah is an amazing dog sitter. She is kind, gentle, resourceful, and has a calming presence that really helped our senior dog relax. When we went to pick him up, he didn't seem in a rush to leave, which is very unusual for him. Sarah also has an ideal space for dogs to feel at ease, and she updated us with pictures and messages during the time that our dog spent at her house. I think she really understands dogs, which is amazing. I highly recommend Sarah if you need a wonderful dog sitter.

Henni W.
Oct 26, 2024

Sara is my neighbor and very dear friend who has lived in our community for many years. While to date we have not had a need for pet caregiving services personally, we would trust her wholeheartedly and not hesitate contacting Sara should such a need arise with our precious dog and parrot. We have watched Sara care for her own sweet disabled elderly dog in a most caring and loving manner, always ensuring he is not deprived of care and sense of normalcy, including fresh air and a gentle walks, all of which have touched our hearts. I also know that Sara has provided loving pet sitting services for others in our community, which stands for itself in representing her character, sense of responsibility, and professionalism. As a family, we would highly recommend Sara to anyone who needs excellent pet sitting and pet caregiving services.

About Sara H.

Communication

2 repeat pet owners
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
50% bookings with photo updates

Dog skills

50 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

I always look for and implement practices that will create a safe, peaceful, healthy and nurturing environment for pets in my home and only board pets from the same home at the same time. Boarding and day-care are only available for pets I know and have worked with previously.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced garden
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Pets not allowed on furniture
Toilet breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Sara H. would like to know about your pet

I would like to meet you and your pet(s) before finalizing any pet-sitting arrangements. Please let me know of any special considerations before we schedule a complimentary "meet and greet."

A typical day

I am available for 20 min drop-in visits and will help your pet(s) relieve themselves (as appropriate) and provide food, water, tlc (as per animal's preferences) and/or other special needs as per your instructions. Upon request, I can also suggest natural remedies that might support your dog's health.

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Sara H.

Sylmar, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews