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Sara L.

5.0 out of 5 stars
1 repeat client
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Sara L.

5.0 out of 5 stars
1 repeat client

Contact for House Sitting

from $100 per night

Highlights

Enhanced background check
20 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Haines City Extended Care-Outcall

🐾 Professional Dog Sitting, Training & Pet Therapy — (CAVEAT: Please read entirely, thank you) In Your Home OnlyYour pet stays in the comfort of their own home or lodging, and I come to them. This keeps their routine stable, reduces stress, and ensures they feel safe, loved, and understood. 🌟 What I Offer Behavioral Training — separation anxiety, digging, scratching, leash manners, obedience refreshers, confidence building, and breaking habitual hiding or shyness. Pet Therapy & Emotional Support — calm companionship, structured reassurance, and positive reinforcement for anxious or sensitive pets. Exercise & Activity — walking, running, yard time, fetch, enrichment games, or quiet companionship depending on your pet’s needs. Bathing Services — bathing, blow‑outs, and brush‑outs (not full grooming). House Sitting Support — optional cleaning or light household help while you’re away (for‑hire basis). Travel Companion — I can stay with your pet in your home, rental, or motel room. 🐶 Your Pet’s Comfort Comes First I stay in your pet’s home or lodging, keeping their environment familiar and peaceful. Pets relax with me — I’m upbeat, positive, and gentle. I nap often, so your pet naturally settles into a calm rhythm of naps, play, TV time, cuddles, and affection.I’m excellent with shy pets and those who hide; most warm up within a day. 🧼 Bathing & Coat CareAvailable for an additional fee: Bathing Blow‑outs Brush‑outs (Not a trimming-groomer — these are comfort and cleanliness services.) 🏃‍♀️ Activity & Exercise I’m active and happy to: Walk your dog Run with your dog Or keep them safely on your property if preferred Just tell me your exercise limits. 🛡️ Security & ProfessionalismI previously worked for Delta Airlines as an Above‑Wing Agent, so I’m trained in: Security awareness Emergency response Professional communication Responsible decision‑making I do not bring anyone into your home. I am alone while on the job. I live online, so you can view me on your cameras anytime. Please provide: Contact numbers for your preferred providers, friends, and family Your pet’s schedule Medication list with timing (if applicable) CAVEAT: 🚗 TransportationTransportation is the pet parent’s responsibility for: Meet & greet Start of sit End of sit This equals four rides total, as I no longer drive due to vision limitations. 🍽️ Meals for the Sitter My fees do not include sitter TV dinner meals. Please make arrangements for the number of days you’ll be away (example: 8 days). I’m an older woman who eats small amounts, so this is simple to plan. 💵 Rates Training, therapy, bathing, and extended services are quoted at the meet & greet so you receive a fair, customized rate based on your pet’s needs. ❤️ Your Pet Will Be Loved I’m a lifelong pet lover. Your pet will be: Adored Cuddled Hugged Encouraged Supported Kept safe Kept happy. I can also teach: Swimming Housebreaking Refresher obedience Confidence building

Cat care experience

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Travel anywhere to or with your cat

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

Qualifications

1 repeat pet parent
88% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
89% bookings with photo updates
20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR

Safety, trust & environment

​I treat your home and your pets with the same respect as I would treat my own. I am professional, communicative, and deeply committed to the well-being of the animals in my care. If you are looking for a sitter who is observant, experienced, and helpful, I look forward to meeting you and your furry family members! BTW: I also run all over the house, yard, and neighborhood bringing Fido home, even across busy highways. NOTE: I apologize to anyone who counted on my services during early summer as I was quite ill with anemia.

Ratings and reviews

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8 ratings
Laura Ally J.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jun 04, 2026

Took good care of our Labrador Finn while we were away for a week. Sara made sure he got walks and got to swim and spent lots of time with Finn. We had a really hard time booking with rover and them processing payment and paying Sara timely. Rover was terrible but Sara was easy to work with and patient while they figured it out.

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Dee E.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • May 17, 2026

Sara was wonderful!! This is as the first time leaving our 3yr old very anxious yorkie. We were very nervous pet parents and had a very long list of directions for our baby and home. Sara didn’t mind at all and was very understanding of our needs. Sara stayed with her the whole time did everything we asked. We came home to a clean home and happy dog. We are definitely grateful that we have someone to watch our dog for future events. Thanks so much Sara

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Stacey A.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Oct 05, 2021

Khelly was an incredibly devoted friend to our dog and family home! Her daily updates were fun for all of us and made us feel so confident that our dog was being well cared for. She is truly our dog’s best friend!

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Carly S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Sep 29, 2021

Khelly took great care of our fur babies for a week while we went to Florida. Getting the updates everyday and pictures gave us relief and knowledge that they were in good hands. Thanks Khelly.

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Patti J.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Sep 11, 2021

Khelly was a wonderful mama to our baby!

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Sarah S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Sep 04, 2021

Khelly was wonderful with our high-energy lab! She’s got a lot of experience with dogs and training techniques so she was well prepared to take care of our girl.

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

High-Anxiety Pets: Dogs that need a human presence to feel secure. ​Medical Needs: Pets requiring frequent monitoring or scheduled medication. ​Instruction-Heavy Care, any disabilities you may have; I follow your written and verbal instructions.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Sara can host up to 1 pet per night
Emergency Preparedness & Safety Protocol ​Safety is my absolute priority. Having spent 20 years with animals, I have a "sixth sense" for when a pet’s behavior or health changes. We have a solid plan in place to ensure your pet is never at risk. ​1. Immediate Communication ​In any emergency—whether it’s a minor scrape or a health concern—my first step is to contact you immediately via the Rover app or phone. I believe in total transparency and will keep you updated every step of the way. ​2. 24/7 Veterinary Access ​Before the stay begins, I require the name and contact information for your preferred local veterinarian. I also keep the information for the nearest 24-hour Emergency Animal Hospital pinned in my home. ​3. My Transportation Plan I have established a "Safety Network" for urgent situations: ​Emergency Contacts: You have local friends and neighbors on standby who can provide immediate transport if an animal needs to reach a clinic. ​Pet-Friendly Transport: I am proficient in using specialized pet-transport services or rideshare options that allow animals to ensure we get where we need to go, fast. ​4. First Aid & Specialized Knowledge ​With two decades of experience, I am comfortable: ​Identifying early signs of bloat, heat stroke, or distress. ​Administering prescribed emergency medications. ​Keeping a pet calm and stabilized while help is on the way.
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.