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Sara Z.

5.0 out of 5 stars
4 repeat clients
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Sara Z.

5.0 out of 5 stars
4 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $24 per visit

Highlights

Basic background check
20 years of experience
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Your pet's second best friend

I've been a pet caregiver since birth, and will be your pet's second best friend (you're obviously the first). If you're looking for an experienced sitter, look no further. I grew up with dogs, and learned how to walk my first dog before I could walk myself. I grew up caring for animals of all kinds, sizes, and needs. My house has always been a refuge of sorts for abandoned animals. As a result, we ended up with 12-14 cats at various life stages, a sheep, chickens, turtles, a tortoise, hamsters and mice, lots of fish, and a few dogs from puppyhood to their golden years. I will treat your pet like my own! If your pet has medical needs, I've got them covered! I've gotten finicky pups and cats to take their pills, and am experienced with injection doses of medication, too. I administered diabetes shots to my childhood best friend - an English Springer Spaniel named Pokey, 3 times a day during her senior years. I've cared for dogs and cats with cancer and kept pets comfortable in their old age. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to ask. I look forward to caring for your pets!

Cat care experience

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Your Cat’s Favorite Guest

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

Qualifications

4 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

I am not currently taking Boarding or House Sitting clients for overnight stays but I am happy to walk and/or drop in on your pets! Please message me for any additional information.

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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4 ratings
Laura G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Oct 02, 2025

Sara was absolutely perfect! Our dog was so comfortable with her and she did a fantastic job communicating with us . Total pro and would be happy to book again in the future.

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Emily I.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Sep 13, 2025

Amazing dog walker!

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Madeline F.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Mar 03, 2025

Sara is awesome! Responsible, communicative, respectful and sweet. Deeply cares about the animals she’s looking after and did a great job with our cat. Thank you!

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Kerry S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Feb 21, 2021

Sara takes the very best care of our one year old golden doodle, Rosie. She frequently sends pictures and updates. Rosie comes home so happy and this gives us peace of mind when we are traveling.

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Maddie B.
Feb 07, 2020

Sara is fantastic with all pups! I say this because she is an amazing dog mom to her family’s two dogs, but also because she has watched my puppy on multiple occasions. She spent a few nights watching him in my apartment, but also took him upstate for a night to meet her dogs — she’s the only person I would have trusted to take him on the train and to a new house like that without me there! He had a fantastic time and I would 100% recommend Sara as a dog sitter for anyone.

Marc Z.
Feb 05, 2020

Sara is the perfect person to care for your dog! She has been taking care of her own ever since she was a little girl. She cares for her two Golden Doodles like they are her babies, letting them sleep with her every night and treating them like queens. Sara has a special spot for dogs in her heart and your furry friend will feel at home with her!

Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I am a freelance writer and artist so my schedule is relatively flexible! Please check my availability as it will be the most accurate indicator of whether our schedules align or not.

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 dog has any specific requirements in their diet or eating schedule, has a specific routine sleeping or potty schedule, requires medical attention, or has any allergies.
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.