Sara R.
Marion, IA
Services
Sara can care for
Availability
I offer drop-in visits and dog walks seven days a week. Visits are typically 30 minutes. I send updates with photos at every visit so you know exactly how things are going.
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About Sara R.
Dog skills
Safety, trust & environment
I’m a veterinary technician with emergency and critical care experience. I know how to recognize when something is wrong and what to do about it. All dogs are kept leashed on walks unless we are in a securely fenced area. If your dog jumps fences, we do not go off leash outside. I do not combine your dog with unfamiliar dogs without prior owner approval. I come to you. Drop-in visits and walks take place in your home and neighborhood, which means your dog stays in a familiar environment with their own smells, sounds, and routine intact. I treat every client’s home with respect and leave it exactly as I found it. For drop-in visits that occur at dark or during nighttime hours, I may occasionally have another person with me. This is for my own safety.
Information Sara R. would like to know about your pet
I am comfortable with all breeds. I prefer to know if your dog is food or animal aggressive, if he or she is fearful of anything in particular, and any allergies or medications that may be needed.
A typical day
I am able to walk your dog wherever he or she is most comfortable, as long as the area is safe. I am open to taking for walks at dog parks and busier trails. I am a great human for playing fetch, tug of war, or just belly rubs. *Note to your dog: Don’t tell the others, but I might have treats in my pockets ::wink::
Location
Marion, IA
Vet Tech & Canine Massage Therapist
Pet care experience
I’m a veterinary technician with emergency and critical care experience, and an Equissage-certified canine massage therapist. I notice things most pet sitters don’t. I understand that boarding can disrupt a dog’s nervous system. Some dogs do better at home while you’re away, and my massage therapy background means I have techniques that genuinely help calm and settle an anxious or overstimulated dog in their own environment. During drop-in visits and walks, I’m assessing your dog the whole time. Gait, energy, behavior, subtle signs that something’s off. You’ll hear about it either way. I’m experienced with medically complex dogs, seniors, and anxious dogs, and equally comfortable with your healthy, bouncy lab who just needs a solid walk. Cats are absolutely welcome. Cat owners, I see you. Your cat has a whole life, a whole routine, and very strong opinions. I get it. Fill me in on the Royal Treatment and I’ll do my best to make sure it happens. I look forward to meeting you and your animal friend(s) soon. 🐾
Reviews
Sara is the most amazing person. Our dog Mabel adores her. She is very attentive and timely. Taking meticulous care of our dog in our home. She keeps you updated while you away so you have nothing to worry about. Highly recommend!
Sara has a way way with dogs that is very rare. All dogs love her and she loves them. Sara has provided dog care services for my dogs many times, often for several days. When I go to pick my dogs up, they want to stay. I highly recomend Sara for anything related to dogs or animals in general.
Sara is a very compassionate animal caregiver. She has been a lifelong pet owner and is trained as a veterinary technologist, groomer and pet masseuse. I trust her wholeheartedly in the care of my dogs.
About Sara R.
Dog skills
Safety, trust & environment
I’m a veterinary technician with emergency and critical care experience. I know how to recognize when something is wrong and what to do about it. All dogs are kept leashed on walks unless we are in a securely fenced area. If your dog jumps fences, we do not go off leash outside. I do not combine your dog with unfamiliar dogs without prior owner approval. I come to you. Drop-in visits and walks take place in your home and neighborhood, which means your dog stays in a familiar environment with their own smells, sounds, and routine intact. I treat every client’s home with respect and leave it exactly as I found it. For drop-in visits that occur at dark or during nighttime hours, I may occasionally have another person with me. This is for my own safety.
Information Sara R. would like to know about your pet
I am comfortable with all breeds. I prefer to know if your dog is food or animal aggressive, if he or she is fearful of anything in particular, and any allergies or medications that may be needed.
A typical day
I am able to walk your dog wherever he or she is most comfortable, as long as the area is safe. I am open to taking for walks at dog parks and busier trails. I am a great human for playing fetch, tug of war, or just belly rubs. *Note to your dog: Don’t tell the others, but I might have treats in my pockets ::wink::
Sara R.
Marion, IA