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Sara S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
2 repeat clients
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Sara S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
2 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

$17 total per visit

These prices are for 1 dog, including a booking fee of 11%.

Highlights

Basic background check
32 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Fur Mom of 4 and new to San Diego!

Hello! I just moved across the country to San Diego with my husband, 2 cats, and 2 large dogs in an RV. Now that we're settled in, I'm looking to use my flexible schedule to provide my pet sitting services. I grew up with large dogs and have experience working with a wide variety of behavioral and medical difficulties. I have a rescue pittie named Moose who suffers with anxiety, a three-legged cat named Queenie we rescued off the street after a bad accident, a rescue grumpy orange cat named Interstella, and a golden retriever named Tylee. My husband and I spend a lot of time working with Moose on his reactivity towards other dogs, and have learned a lot from professional trainers. I have also learned a lot from volunteering at a local shelter for over 2 years, where I obtained level 3 difficult dog training. Having grown up with senior dogs, I have experience with senior care and dogs with dementia, hip dysplasia, deaf and blindness (I know sign language!), and comfortability with administration of medication. I look forward to using my passion for animals to provide expert care for your precious family members!

Cat care experience

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I have 2 cats- 1 w/ special needs!

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

Qualifications

2 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
32 years of experience
Oral medication administration
First aid/CPR

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

I offer in client-home care, whether it's short walks, long walks, or longer in-home stays. I can come to you and care for your pets in the comfort of your home.

Ratings and reviews

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3 ratings
Michelle A.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Jun 20, 2026

Sara is amazing, communicative and so kind. Millie loves her, she showed up on time and sent pictures/updates. I would definitely recommend her!

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Dakota B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Jun 13, 2026

Sara was so so sweet and such a big help on short notice. Thank you so much Sara!!

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Emily D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Jun 05, 2026

Sara is so great with Lily! Her communication is amazing and she is very flexible. My dog is well exercised and happy when I get home from work! I highly recommend her!

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Liz O.
Jan 07, 2019

Sara is amazing with pets! She's loving, patient and knowledgeable about different breeds and their needs. She has watched my shepherd mix before and has made sure she got all the exercise and attention she needed. Sara is friendly and attentive to what you will need and what your dog will need out of a dog caregiver.

Vera M.
Jan 05, 2019

I didn’t think such caring, energetic, patient, and responsible dog sitters existed...then Sara came along. She’s great with dogs of all sizes and whether she’s just taking them for a walk or boarding them, she’s fantastic. Can’t recommend her enough!

Ashley L.
Jan 05, 2019

Sara is an amazing caring person. She is very dependable, and is constantly taking my dog, Beau, for walks when I can’t be home. I trust her completely and I would recommend her to anyone to take care of their animals!

Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I'm currently in between jobs and new to the area, so I have a flexible schedule to accommodate your needs! I run outside 2-3 times a week, hike dog-friendly trails, love water sports and am a strong swimmer, so I can take your pup on outdoor adventures if needed!

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Sara can host up to 3 drop-ins per day
Please let me know if your pets have any; food allergies, physical limitations (ex: can't walk more than a mile), resource guarding tendencies if more than one pet in the house, reactivity in public, medication regimens, or house rules you'd want me to abide by! My dogs sleep in the bed, but I know not everyone prefers that :)
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.

These prices are for 1 dog, including a booking fee of 11%.