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Sara J.

Star Sitter

Belgrade, MT

4.9 out of 5 stars
36 reviews
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Services

Sara can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
No females in heat

Sara can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

I work for myself and make my own schedule but also work a part time job at the airport. I have a lot of flexibility and love spending time with animals and being outdoors. My dogs are very friendly and love to play. I am very active. If you request house sitting I can’t be there 24/7. I enjoy hiking everyday and hope your dogs can come with me. I understand some folks want their dogs to stay at their home. I just want to share I will still need to be gone parts of the day taking care of my dogs as well as other daily life tasks and my part time job. I prefer boarding at my home overall but can accommodate house sitting.

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About Sara J.

Communication

9 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I live in downtown Belgrade with my husband. We have a large fenced in yard at .4 acres and a doggie door. We have three wonderful dogs; a mini Aussie, a golden retriever pit lab mix, and a lab pointer mix. I have a separate, personal, insurance plan for pet daycare & boarding, with expanded coverage for client pets. I am happy to share my certificate including all limits for general liability, vet care, human medical coverage, damage to property, and more. I also know how to perform CPR on pets.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 3 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Sara J. would like to know about your pet

I would like to know: - if they have any allergies or take any medication - what they hate and what they love - if they’re good off leash, what is their recall like - prey drive? wildlife sighting reactions - If they’re good car companions - food aggressive? Food motivated? Resource guard food, bones, and/or toys? - flight risks/escape artists: I do not watch dogs that are flight risks, climb fences, dig to escape. Our fence is 4’ high. - can get along with other people, animals, and children: I do not watch reactive dogs. I only watch nice, well socialized pups. -any place you do not want them to go?

A typical day

I take my dogs on adventures every single day. We enjoy going to the river for swims, dog parks to socialize, and hiking all around the Gallatin Valley (in the mountains and the flats). We take advantage of all the wonderful public land Montana has to offer. We are active in the winter hiking/skinning, cross country skiing, and snowmobiling. And especially enjoy floating on the rivers on our raft in the summer. We have multiple extra doggie life jackets as well as winter coats and booties of all sizes. I want to make sure our furry friends are safe and comfortable.

Location

Belgrade, MT

Sara J.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Sara J. has Star Sitter status

The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.

Reliable, Active, Insured!

Pet care experience

I have worked with children and animals since I was old enough to handle the responsibility. I grew up in a typical suburb in St. Louis, Missouri and always helped watch neighbors pets and children and have done it through college, post college, and presently speaking. I am extremely reliable and timely. I treat others loved ones as my own. I don’t have any allergies to pet hair or dander. I have regular clients through word of mouth and am looking to add a few to my roster. I love watching all types of animals! I currently volunteer at Heart of the Valley animal shelter in Belgrade, MT offering enrichment, walks, and sleepovers to pups that need some extra love. I also foster through Prairie Song Rescue in Wilsall, MT. I might have a foster pup at my house. I only watch well socialized, nonreactive pups.

Reviews

Katrina B.
Boarding • Dec 28, 2025
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The dogs had a great time! Sara was great!

Sarah
Boarding • Aug 18, 2025
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Sara is awesome!! She went above and beyond & took such great care of my girl, I would most definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a dog sitter!! Great communication, she sent tons of pictures and videos, and took her on a hike!

John N.
Boarding • Aug 08, 2025
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Sara took care of our Leo for about a week. She was very responsive and sent many pictures of Leo’s adventures. I swear he probably had a better time than I did on my work trip. Will definitely use Sara again. She is awesome!

Julie K.
Boarding • Aug 06, 2025
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Sara is the best! She treated our dog with so much love and attention. He was sad to leave! Sara was a life saver and swooped in to care for our dog when our other plans fell through. She accommodated our flight change and communicated throughout the stay with some of the best pics we have of our dog. Thank you, Sara! We’ve already booked another stay.

About Sara J.

Communication

9 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I live in downtown Belgrade with my husband. We have a large fenced in yard at .4 acres and a doggie door. We have three wonderful dogs; a mini Aussie, a golden retriever pit lab mix, and a lab pointer mix. I have a separate, personal, insurance plan for pet daycare & boarding, with expanded coverage for client pets. I am happy to share my certificate including all limits for general liability, vet care, human medical coverage, damage to property, and more. I also know how to perform CPR on pets.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 3 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Sara J. would like to know about your pet

I would like to know: - if they have any allergies or take any medication - what they hate and what they love - if they’re good off leash, what is their recall like - prey drive? wildlife sighting reactions - If they’re good car companions - food aggressive? Food motivated? Resource guard food, bones, and/or toys? - flight risks/escape artists: I do not watch dogs that are flight risks, climb fences, dig to escape. Our fence is 4’ high. - can get along with other people, animals, and children: I do not watch reactive dogs. I only watch nice, well socialized pups. -any place you do not want them to go?

A typical day

I take my dogs on adventures every single day. We enjoy going to the river for swims, dog parks to socialize, and hiking all around the Gallatin Valley (in the mountains and the flats). We take advantage of all the wonderful public land Montana has to offer. We are active in the winter hiking/skinning, cross country skiing, and snowmobiling. And especially enjoy floating on the rivers on our raft in the summer. We have multiple extra doggie life jackets as well as winter coats and booties of all sizes. I want to make sure our furry friends are safe and comfortable.

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Sara J.

Star Sitter

Belgrade, MT

4.9 out of 5 stars
36 reviews