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Sarah D.

Cedar Rapids, IA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•5 reviews
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Experienced Veterinary Technician

Pet care experience

Apart from owning dogs all my life, I have several years of experience from a dog daycare and boarding facility, 9 years of veterinary technician experience with an emergency & specialty hospital, and about 10 years of professional dog sitting experience. My specialty is in-home dog sitting and sticking as closely as I can to your dog's regular schedule. I feel that this keeps your pet's stress level to a minimum while you are away. I am also willing to take care of any other pets you may have (cats, fish, pocket pets, etc.) and I feel very comfortable giving medications and injections should your pet need medical care. I will also send you regular updates, even if it's just a picture of your adorable pooch being his/her cute little self. A little about me: I have two dogs and a cat. Gomez is an American Bulldog mix, Olive is a Staffordshire Terrier, and Ninja is the feline leader of the household. I've been married for four years and my husband will sometimes help with dog sitting jobs as well. I am also a part-time dance teacher and choreographer.

Reviews

Cindy T.
House Sitting • Apr 14, 2016
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Sarah was great! I've never left my special pups with someone other than friends or family. They were well taken care of and loved by Sarah. My little chiweenie doesn't like many people outside the family but she sure loved Sarah. I would book her again and trust her unconditionally with my fur-babies!

Nancy E.
House Sitting • Apr 10, 2016
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I have never left Floyd with anyone but a family member, he is a very sensitive pup. All I can say is Sarah was awesome! I got photos and videos almost everyday. Floyd was a happy boy!!!

Anita K.
House Sitting • Feb 04, 2016
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Sarah did a fantastic job taking care of my two senior dogs!! This is the first time I have gone on a trip and not worried about them :) I really appreciated the photos of the girls that she sent me while I was gone. Always brought a smile to my face!! I highly recommend Sarah!!

Kyley W.
Oct 16, 2015

Sarah is very trustworthy when it comes to animals. She works with animals all day long at a emergency vet clinic and your pets would be in a great hands!!

About Sarah D.

Communication

1 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
30% bookings with photo updates

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

In your home, your pet is able to stay in a familiar environment, which is less stressful for them. If your pet is staying in my home, as long as they get along well with my pets, they are free to join the pack during their stay. If they do not get along, that's okay too. We are able to keep the pets separated and still give time and attention to your pet. They will not be completely isolated.

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs, 2 cats
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Sarah D. would like to know about your pet

Please make sure I am aware of any medical needs or behavioral triggers for your pet. I also like to know who their primary veterinarian is should they ever need medical attention. Please feel free to tell me what tricks they can do as well! Dogs especially love to show off what they know to new people!

A typical day

I will try to personalize activities according to your dog's needs. If they are high energy, we live near a park where we can go on lots of walks. If they are low energy or older, we are more than happy to snuggle on the couch and watch movies. If I am staying in your home, please let me know where your pet likes to walk or what their favorite games are to play in the home.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
AWAY
House Sitting
in your home
AWAY
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
AWAY
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
AWAY

Sarah can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Crate-trained dogs only
Takes only 1 client at a time

Sarah can watch in your home

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

Availability

As a full time veterinary professional, I am able to bring a dog with me to work if they need more frequent potty breaks or have special medical needs.

About Sarah D.

Communication

1 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
30% bookings with photo updates

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

In your home, your pet is able to stay in a familiar environment, which is less stressful for them. If your pet is staying in my home, as long as they get along well with my pets, they are free to join the pack during their stay. If they do not get along, that's okay too. We are able to keep the pets separated and still give time and attention to your pet. They will not be completely isolated.

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs, 2 cats
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Sarah D. would like to know about your pet

Please make sure I am aware of any medical needs or behavioral triggers for your pet. I also like to know who their primary veterinarian is should they ever need medical attention. Please feel free to tell me what tricks they can do as well! Dogs especially love to show off what they know to new people!

A typical day

I will try to personalize activities according to your dog's needs. If they are high energy, we live near a park where we can go on lots of walks. If they are low energy or older, we are more than happy to snuggle on the couch and watch movies. If I am staying in your home, please let me know where your pet likes to walk or what their favorite games are to play in the home.

Location

Cedar Rapids, IA

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Sarah D.

Cedar Rapids, IA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•5 reviews