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Sara S.

South salem, NY

5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
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Services

Sara can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time

Sara can care for

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

Availability

I work from home and I have two acres of property - your pet will not not be alone and can play with my two dogs!

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Sara S.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I care for pets by treating them like part of the household, whether they’re in my home or theirs. I stick closely to their normal routines, feeding schedules, walks, playtime, and downtime, so they feel comfortable and secure. I make sure dogs get plenty of exercise, enrichment, and attention through walks, play sessions, and lots of interaction throughout the day. Since I work from home, pets are rarely alone and always supervised. I’m attentive to individual needs, whether that’s extra play for high-energy dogs, gentle care for seniors, or patience and consistency for puppies. I also keep pet parents updated with messages and photos so they always know their pet is happy, safe, and having a great time.

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Sara S. would like to know about your pet

i would love to know your pets routines, triggers and preferences. Do they need any medications and how often you’d like to be updated! I’d also like to know if you’d like your dog to come with me when I go places - I’ve taken my dogs almost everywhere - from the hardware store to the barn - so we can go on adventures if you’d like!

A typical day

Typically, I work from home so I can hang with your pet. I love to walk so and can accommodate your pets needs whether they like to lay low or get tons of exercise!

Location

South salem, NY

Sara S.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Dog and horse lover!

Pet care experience

Dogs are kind of my daily coworkers. I spend my days around animals of all types and personalities, so caring for pets feels second nature to me. I have hands-on experience with dogs of all sizes and ages, from bouncy puppies who want to play nonstop to seniors who prefer a slower pace and extra TLC. Long walks, playtime, and one-on-one attention are my favorite parts of the job, and since I work from home, your dog will never be left alone or bored. I’m great at reading animal cues, keeping routines consistent, and making pets feel comfortable, safe, and loved, basically treating them like my own. Important to note that during house sitting in the pet owner’s home, my dogs stay at home with my fiance (unless they are requested by owners for a play date) so I can still watch your pup if they’re better while not around other dogs!

Reviews

Gregory B.
Boarding • Jan 25, 2026
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Lucca had a wonderful time with Sarah and her friends! We will definitely book with her again!

Adrienne R.
Jan 06, 2026

Sara is a life long animal lover. In addition to her two amazing pups that she raised and trained herself, she also owns a horse which she takes impeccable care of. She has always taken amazing care of our pup Dobby when we go on vacation. I know I can always trust her with all my animals!

Lisa F.
Jan 05, 2026

It is my pleasure to highly recommend Sara as a pet sitter for literally any pet. She is the only person capable of tending to my 40 animal sanctuary farm. She was raised around animals and is an expert with all things animal. She brings her dogs to my house when she comes and expertly handles all 6 dogs with no issues. She can also administer any meds needed to any animal.

About Sara S.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I care for pets by treating them like part of the household, whether they’re in my home or theirs. I stick closely to their normal routines, feeding schedules, walks, playtime, and downtime, so they feel comfortable and secure. I make sure dogs get plenty of exercise, enrichment, and attention through walks, play sessions, and lots of interaction throughout the day. Since I work from home, pets are rarely alone and always supervised. I’m attentive to individual needs, whether that’s extra play for high-energy dogs, gentle care for seniors, or patience and consistency for puppies. I also keep pet parents updated with messages and photos so they always know their pet is happy, safe, and having a great time.

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Sara S. would like to know about your pet

i would love to know your pets routines, triggers and preferences. Do they need any medications and how often you’d like to be updated! I’d also like to know if you’d like your dog to come with me when I go places - I’ve taken my dogs almost everywhere - from the hardware store to the barn - so we can go on adventures if you’d like!

A typical day

Typically, I work from home so I can hang with your pet. I love to walk so and can accommodate your pets needs whether they like to lay low or get tons of exercise!

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Sara S.

South salem, NY

5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews