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Sarah M.

River Oaks, Houston, TX

4.7 out of 5 stars
20 reviews
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Services

Sarah can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only
Takes only 1 client at a time

Sarah can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old

Availability

I am a lifelong dog owner and currently have a standard Goldendoodle so taking care of her is an everyday job! I regularly care for friends and neighbors pets and have prior experience at doggy daycare. I have some flexibility with my evenings and weekends, both which come in handy for pets that need a little extra love.

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Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Sarah M.

Communication

6 repeat pet parents
88% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog 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

I have a small yard, patio, and deck with a private park attached to my apartment complex. Dogs are allowed on the couch and bed, so long as the owners agree. In awareness of allergies and health, no pets ever get ‘people food’ and only receive treats based on owner instruction. When in a client's home, I bring my own food and clean up my area at the end of the visit. All first-time boarding or house-sitting clients must do a meet and greet prior to reserved start date.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Sarah M. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your pet has any special needs or behaviors I can account for. Medications, special treats, and specific behaviors are all good to know ahead of time.

A typical day

I easily acclimate to your pet’s regular schedule including feeding, walks, and play time. I love taking them around the neighborhood or to the park for lots is new smells and exercise. Cats gets lots of pets and snuggles, as welcomed. Playtime included if cat is active and engaged.

Location

Houston, TX

Sarah M.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Great w/ all dogs and most cats.

Pet care experience

I've taken care of all kinds of dogs for many years and have maintained several regular clients, including several cats. Neighbors and friends rely on me to walk, feed, and love their pets while away.

Cat care experience

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Drop-ins and sitting expert.

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

Reviews

Melissa B.
Drop-In Visits • May 21, 2026
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I had a very disappointing experience with this sitter and would not book again. They did not show up for the first scheduled visit and never reached out to let me know there was an issue. After I contacted them the following day, they finally came by for a visit. On the third day, they again failed to show up. After I reported the issue, they marked the visit as started in the Rover app even though they were not actually at my apartment. I have cameras confirming this. It then took more than 10 minutes after I contacted them about the false check-in for them to actually arrive. As a pet owner, reliability and honesty are extremely important, especially when someone is caring for your cat in your home. This experience caused a lot of unnecessary stress and concern for my pet’s wellbeing.

Lisiane C.
Drop-In Visits • Oct 05, 2025
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Sarah was awesome taking care of my babies!

Andrea S.
Drop-In Visits • Jul 22, 2025
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Sarah is amazing and took such great care of my cats, going above and beyond what was expected! I would absolutely recommend her for anyone who needs someone to watch over their babies.

Jared B.
Drop-In Visits • Jun 19, 2025
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The best!

About Sarah M.

Communication

6 repeat pet parents
88% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog 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

I have a small yard, patio, and deck with a private park attached to my apartment complex. Dogs are allowed on the couch and bed, so long as the owners agree. In awareness of allergies and health, no pets ever get ‘people food’ and only receive treats based on owner instruction. When in a client's home, I bring my own food and clean up my area at the end of the visit. All first-time boarding or house-sitting clients must do a meet and greet prior to reserved start date.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Sarah M. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your pet has any special needs or behaviors I can account for. Medications, special treats, and specific behaviors are all good to know ahead of time.

A typical day

I easily acclimate to your pet’s regular schedule including feeding, walks, and play time. I love taking them around the neighborhood or to the park for lots is new smells and exercise. Cats gets lots of pets and snuggles, as welcomed. Playtime included if cat is active and engaged.

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Sarah M.

River Oaks, Houston, TX

4.7 out of 5 stars
20 reviews