Profile image
Profile image

Sarah M.

Star Sitter

Newtacoma, WA

5 out of 5.0 stars
60 reviews
Image 0
Image 1
Image 2
Image 3
Image 4
8PhotosView All

Sarah M. has Star Sitter status

The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.

Pawcific Northwest B&B

Pet care experience

Hi Friend! I'm Sarah, and my husband is James. I've been a dog owner for the last 20 years, have lived with at least one dog for the last 30 years, and for my whole life, have always gotten excited when I given the privilege to meet a new animal! I've cared for puppies, as well as seniors, from tiny breeds to extra large breeds. I also have experience with cats! (more information in 'cat care details'. My current pup is a 3 year old Chiweenie named Laszlo, who I've raised from 10 weeks old. Your furry best friend is in good hands! If you have any more questions, feel free to reach out to me. I work from home, so I'm always by my phone! I'm very flexible with my bookings; I am adaptable to accommodate you and your pet to provide the most comfort for all. I hope to hear from you soon, bud!

Cat care experience

Profile image
Kitties!

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

Reviews

Ginger H.
House Sitting • Aug 13, 2025
Profile image
Profile image

In all honesty my husband and I were really nervous, going away for 8 days and being all the way across the country and leaving our Bassets. Especially since they are extremely spoiled (probably annoying to some lol) and one is super young and we have never left her with anyone else. Sarah eased our minds and took great care of Willie Nelson & Ruby and our house! Sarah was great with her daily communication, giving us updates, sending pics and also telling us the silly things they were up to. Sarah loved them as if they were her own. They even made two new friends: James & Lazlo. Thank you for all your hard work Sarah! Willie Nelson & Ruby say thank you and send sloppy kisses!

Ginger H.
House Sitting • Jul 25, 2025
Profile image
Profile image

Our hounds, Willie Nelson & Ruby are a lot to handle as they are completely spoiled by my husband and I, so Sarah had her hands full on the first time staying over night with them. Willie Nelson wasn’t feeling well either, which is unfortunate for her first overnight stay with them, not what we had hoped would happen when just getting to know them. Sarah stayed in constant communication with me regarding Willie and took really good care of them! She also sent lots of pictures!

Miranda L.
Dog Boarding • Jul 18, 2025
Profile image

Sarah was absolutely amazing with our anxious Frenchie. We got daily updates and she even offered to cook him some brown rice and chicken when he was too anxious to eat his kibble. She was prompt in her communication and flexible with drop off and pick up. We will absolutely be booking with her again, she was wonderful!

Maggie F.
House Sitting • Jul 07, 2025
Profile image

Sarah had great communication, sent us consistent updates, and took great care of our nervous old guy.

About Sarah M.

Communication

25 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

10 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

Your pet will have an endless supply of water, lots of time to get their energy out, and will receive plenty of love! Your pet's safety is my mission!

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

Information Sarah M. would like to know about your pet

I do not discriminate against breed, age, or developmental delays. Your furbaby will be very loved, no matter who they are! I just request you inform me of anything I need to know about behaviors, health concerns, temperaments, etc., so that way we in the home can adapt accordingly to meet you and your fur baby's needs! I also ask you please make sure you pet's profile is completed before our meet and greet! This is to ensure your pets receives the best care, based on their needs.

A typical day

I treat Walks and Drop-ins the same; your pup will get a walk, in addition to being let out into the yard to run around for a bit (when applicable), and a water refresh/feeding (when needed)! With Boardings, James and I are home most of the day, but may leave the home for a few hours at a time. We are a crate-free home, as we like to take the B&B approach to this particular type of booking, but if you feel better about crating while we are out of the home, we could do so. We also would never leave the apartment unattended for more than 4 hours. We love to take our pups on field trips to the dog park, to get pup cups, and the occasional weekend hike, usually to a waterfall, no more than a few miles round-trip, always staying hydrated! With House-sittings, my schedule can be a little different. This service includes me staying in your home overnight. I will arrive when you will need me, to walk the pups, hang out with them for a bit, feed them at dinnertime, walk them again, and be away from about 5-8. I will then come back for the rest of the evening. In the morning, I let them potty, eat, then we go for another walk. I leave the home around 6:30am-9am, come back around lunch time to hang out with your babies for about an hour or two, then come back around dinner time again! Again, I am very flexible! Also note, if you would need me to be in the home most of/ all of the day, I do charge a premium.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$75per night
House Sitting
in your home
$100per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$20per visit
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
$65per day
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$20per walk

Sarah can host

Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat

Sarah can watch in your home

Cats

Availability

I create my own schedule, so that allows me to be very flexible. However, my openings fill up quickly, and I book on a first-come basis; but if you're an existing member of our pack, and you don't see the dates you need open on my calendar, just reach out and I may be available! (the calendar on my profile reflects availability for new clients only.)

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Calendar last updated 3 hours ago
Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About Sarah M.

Communication

25 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

10 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

Your pet will have an endless supply of water, lots of time to get their energy out, and will receive plenty of love! Your pet's safety is my mission!

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

Information Sarah M. would like to know about your pet

I do not discriminate against breed, age, or developmental delays. Your furbaby will be very loved, no matter who they are! I just request you inform me of anything I need to know about behaviors, health concerns, temperaments, etc., so that way we in the home can adapt accordingly to meet you and your fur baby's needs! I also ask you please make sure you pet's profile is completed before our meet and greet! This is to ensure your pets receives the best care, based on their needs.

A typical day

I treat Walks and Drop-ins the same; your pup will get a walk, in addition to being let out into the yard to run around for a bit (when applicable), and a water refresh/feeding (when needed)! With Boardings, James and I are home most of the day, but may leave the home for a few hours at a time. We are a crate-free home, as we like to take the B&B approach to this particular type of booking, but if you feel better about crating while we are out of the home, we could do so. We also would never leave the apartment unattended for more than 4 hours. We love to take our pups on field trips to the dog park, to get pup cups, and the occasional weekend hike, usually to a waterfall, no more than a few miles round-trip, always staying hydrated! With House-sittings, my schedule can be a little different. This service includes me staying in your home overnight. I will arrive when you will need me, to walk the pups, hang out with them for a bit, feed them at dinnertime, walk them again, and be away from about 5-8. I will then come back for the rest of the evening. In the morning, I let them potty, eat, then we go for another walk. I leave the home around 6:30am-9am, come back around lunch time to hang out with your babies for about an hour or two, then come back around dinner time again! Again, I am very flexible! Also note, if you would need me to be in the home most of/ all of the day, I do charge a premium.

Location

Tacoma, WA

Sarah M.'s Neighborhood

Pets

All stays booked on Rover receive our Rover guarantee, 24/7 support, and our reservation protection.
Profile image
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Profile image
Verified Enhanced Background Check

Sarah M.

Star Sitter

Newtacoma, WA

5 out of 5.0 stars
60 reviews