Sarah O.
Sarah O.
Contact for Drop-In Visits
from $30 per visit
Highlights
Pet care experience
Experienced Dog Auntie
While I haven’t owned a dog myself (apartment living made that difficult), I’ve spent my life loving and caring for other people’s dogs. I’m a very proud dog auntie. I grew up around my grandparents’ unforgettable beagle, Toby, and later helped care for everything from Great Danes to terriers and a Basset Hound. I once worked for a woman whose chihuahua was undergoing heartworm treatment — she became my constant companion in the garden. I’ve loved a labradoodle who ate everything in sight and somehow survived it all, a leaning, escape-motivated Newfoundland, a senior dog who persevered through major health issues, and a zoomie-prone puppy working through attachment struggles. Through all of them, I’ve learned that dogs each have distinct personalities, needs, and quirks. I’m comfortable with large breeds, strong pullers, barkers, high-energy dogs, seniors, and medically complex companions. I pay attention, follow owner expectations carefully, and take safety seriously. If I could have my own dog, I would — in the meantime, I care for other people’s dogs the way a devoted auntie does: with patience, humor, structure, and genuine affection.
Cat care experience
Sarah also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Pets
Safety, trust & environment
I care for pets by closely following each owner’s instructions and respecting the routines they’ve built. I know from my own cats how much animals thrive on consistency — steady feeding times, familiar patterns, and clear expectations help them feel secure. I pay attention to behavior and body language, and I maintain whatever boundaries or household norms you’ve established. Whether that’s play style, medication schedules, or simple things like keeping certain doors closed, I aim to make my presence feel predictable and calm. Safety matters deeply to me. I naturally double-check doors, gates, and details before I leave, and I make sure every pet is comfortable and settled. My goal is for you to feel confident that your animal is cared for the way you would care for them yourself.
Ratings and reviews
Sarah was great! She knows cats, and was reliable and communicative. You should definitely book her to care for your pet.
Sarah is great, not only as a great pet-sitter, but she is perfect pet-parent to her own cats too! Sarah is loving and always puts in extra care. 5 stars! You can tell animals are a big part of Sarah's world and she has a deep understanding that our pets are our family. Sarah puts in a lot of time and effort with the animals in her life and her love shows. Sarah is friendly, communicative, personable and understanding. She is amenable to a meet and greet before booking and will provide great photos of your pets. She ensures to keep a welcoming, clean and safe space for all pets and is always happy to help.
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Schedule
I’m a teacher during the school year, so I have a consistent weekday schedule and am typically available after 3:00 PM (sometimes earlier depending on the day). My routine is steady and predictable, which makes it easy to build pet care into my afternoons and evenings. As a cat mom myself, I don’t travel much and am usually home on weekends. During the summer, my schedule opens up significantly, allowing for greater flexibility and daytime availability. Pet care fits naturally into my life — it’s already part of my daily rhythm.