Sarah M.
Govalle, TX
Home Most of the Time!
Pet care experience
Hi! I am a pet sitter and licensed massage therapist. My schedule is fairly flexible starting late morning-evening, so I can usually accommodate new requests. I've pet sit for all different types of dogs and I also love cats. I actually had cats all throughout childhood and early adulthood. After dog sitting for 15 years, I finally adopted my first pup, Daisy! I’m available for single or weekly 30-60 min drop in visits and walks, dog boarding and doggy daycare! ***For anyone considering my boarding or doggy daycare option, Daisy loves to greet other dogs but then mostly just wants to co-exist. She's 10 so she rarely plays and she appreciates when dogs respect her personal space. Before accepting a dog boarding/daycare request, I do generally require a meet & greet to confirm that our pups get along. But if your pup mostly keeps to themselves too, we can skip the initial meeting. Also, Daisy will scarf your pup's food so unfortunately cannot take in dogs who graze. I love walks and I’m home quite a bit, especially during the work day, except for when I have to run out to do a 30 min/hour pet visit nearby, mostly on weekdays. On days that I do have plans/appointments/errands, I never leave Daisy longer than 4-6 hours. I can occasionally arrange to be home 24/7 over the weekend. So let me know if that’s something your pup needs!
Reviews
Great as always!
Sarah is consistent and trustworthy, and our cat loves her!!
Sarah was great all around - above and beyond service and communication. Excited to book with her again in the future! :)
Sarah was great! She came to do a pre-visit to understand our layout, meet the cats, and make sure she had clarity from us about our cats’ needs. She was clearly responsible and genuinely cared to learn about how to make the best of her time looking after them. She was always on time and was super communicative throughout the week that she was doing drop-ins for us (photos of the cats, updates, messages that there were packages at the house, etc). I hope to book her again!
About Sarah M.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I’ve always had anxiety leaving my pets, so I like to calm any worry you might have. Let me know if you have any questions!
Information Sarah M. would like to know about your pet
I’m big on knowing the start time-frame for visits. That way we are on the same page and I can ensure that my schedule allows for the visit. For daycare and overnight guests, I’d like to know their schedule (when they typically wake, take walks and eat) and if that's a strict schedule or a time-frame. Id love to know is they separation anxiety and how it manifests. Unfortunately, I cannot accept a dog with destructive behavior. I’d also like to know how they are around your dogs and any tendencies on walks (are they a pull your arm of the socket kinda dog when they see a squirrel, etc.)
A typical day
If there is a trail nearby, you better believe we are on it! If your dog is ball obsessed, I will take on that arm workout any day. And if your pup just wants to snuggle, I mean, I guess I will do them that favor ;)
Services
Sarah can watch in your home
Availability
I have sat for a wide range of dog breeds, from Whippets to Pomeranians to a BIG Cane Corso. I have versatility with different personalities, patience with shy pups and excited ones too.
About Sarah M.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I’ve always had anxiety leaving my pets, so I like to calm any worry you might have. Let me know if you have any questions!
Information Sarah M. would like to know about your pet
I’m big on knowing the start time-frame for visits. That way we are on the same page and I can ensure that my schedule allows for the visit. For daycare and overnight guests, I’d like to know their schedule (when they typically wake, take walks and eat) and if that's a strict schedule or a time-frame. Id love to know is they separation anxiety and how it manifests. Unfortunately, I cannot accept a dog with destructive behavior. I’d also like to know how they are around your dogs and any tendencies on walks (are they a pull your arm of the socket kinda dog when they see a squirrel, etc.)
A typical day
If there is a trail nearby, you better believe we are on it! If your dog is ball obsessed, I will take on that arm workout any day. And if your pup just wants to snuggle, I mean, I guess I will do them that favor ;)
Location
Austin, TX
Pets
Sarah M.
Govalle, TX