Sarah W.
Twentynine Palms, CA
Services
Sarah can care for
Availability
I am new to the area and currently not working, so this allows my schedule to be very open and flexible for all of your pet care needs. I’m open Monday through Friday from early morning to evening and some Sat/Sun based on dates.
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About Sarah W.
Communication
Dog skills
Safety, trust & environment
We will work together to discuss any and all specific needs your pets may have and any other preferences for care. This will include feeding schedules, any special needs or behavior quirks I need to be aware of, etc. As a cautious pet parent myself, you can rest assured I will never feed your pet anything they shouldn’t have and will always ensure house rules are followed. Currently, I offer house sitting but this does not include overnight stays at the moment. However, I can be available if necessary to stay all day with your pet if they need more than a drop in (for example, special needs or senior pets that need more full time care while you’re at work all day, frequent meds, potty breaks every hour, etc) Just ask and we can discuss details! I love being outside so I can provide all the walks and outdoor play time needed. I of course will provide photo updates of our time together along with any other needed updates upon my arrival and departure. My little 14 lb chihuahua mix loves making new friends, so if your dog is friendly with other dogs and wants a companion on walks or otherwise, we can discuss my little guy tagging along if that’s something you would want.
Information Sarah W. would like to know about your pet
Please inform me in advance of any medications your pet needs to be given. It’s important I know of any bad habits ahead of time so I can help prevent any issues- do they get into the trash cans, chew things they shouldn’t, try to escape their leash or the yard, etc. I do have experience with paraplegic pups as well if this is anyone’s situation. I don’t have any breed preferences because I love all breeds, however, I do prefer dogs that do not have major aggression issues with people. If they are only aggressive with other animals I can work around that, I just need to know ahead of time so we can avoid interactions.
A typical day
I’d love to keep your pets happy throughout our visits doing the things they love, so please share :) Based on your dogs needs we could take short or long walks throughout the neighborhood for sniffs, play chase/catch if there’s a safe/closed in area we can run, weather permitting. For pets who love more time inside, we can play games like tug-of-war and hide-and-seek, my dogs have always loved those! Some dogs are just couch potatoes and prefer to lounge on the couch together. For those sweet seniors who can’t get around as much and need more tender care, I’m great with relaxing animals using gentle massages and rubs. If taking advantage of grooming services, I’d give them a playful or gentle bath (depending on their reaction to bath time), a nice rub down to dry and whatever other services we set up for your fur baby.
Location
Twentynine Palms, CA
Pets
Loving, Vet Experienced Pet Care
Pet care experience
Currently servicing Twentynine palms, Joshua Tree, Yucca Valley. Since I was a child I have been a lover of all animals and was always caring for and rescuing anything that needed help. With that I bring 30+ years of on-hand pet care experience, including 8 years of experience as a veterinary surgical asst. for an orthopedic surgeon, that included working in our connected emergency center. Some of my own dogs have been rescues from neglectful/abusive situations. So, I understand the time, patience and care it takes to build trust with all animals. Currently, I also have a parrot and previously raised 2 bearded dragons, amongst many other animals. I just recently moved to the area and am looking to turn my love of animals into a way to help others have peace of mind about their pets while they are at work or enjoying their free time. What sets me apart from others are both my personal and professional experiences caring for pets, with everything from dogs and cats to reptiles. These experiences have taught me to be calm, gentle and attentive in all situations and given the knowledge and comfort to work with a wide variety of animals from young pets to seniors. This includes the administration of various types and forms of medication, syringe feeding and grooming. If you are searching for someone to care for a pet that is not a cat or dog, please reach out so we can determine if I could be a great fit for your exotic pets or otherwise as well. Friends and family have entrusted me with their pets for as long as I can remember and I always give them the love and care that I would give my own pets because it’s very important to me that all animals feel safe and loved. I do have a larger SUV that can be used to take your fur baby to the vet should the need arise. I offer basic pet grooming services in your home which would include; bathing, drying, brushing, ear cleaning, nail trims (just ask and we can discuss details- I have this listed at $40 as a general price but this could adjust up or down based on size of pet and extent of services). I do free meet and greets prior to taking on new pets so we can make sure everyone involved is comfortable and it’s a great fit for all prior to your pets first time alone with me. As a loving pet mom myself, I know how hard it is to find trustworthy people to leave your pets with. I can assure you I would love and care for your pets like they were my own family, so I hope you pick me as your pets new care buddy :) I look forward to meeting you and your little 4 legged babies!!
Reviews
Sarah has been so wonderful and went above and beyond to help make all of us feel more comfortable with our upcoming overnight away! Can't wait to continue working together!
Sarah has been awesome with my youngest dog. She’s currently overcoming a tail injury and healing and Sarah did a great job keeping her safe
While away for the holidays Sarah watched my two dogs and they could not have been in better hands! She’s loved them and treated them as her own. She sent pictures regularly, provided updates, and kept me informed of their wellbeing. One of my dog is picky about eating away from home, and Sarah tried a few different methods to encourage her to eat. Sarah also took them on walks, played with them, and gave them so many snuggles. I highly recommend Sarah anyone needing a pet sitter.
Sarah was amazing!! Sarah went above and beyond for my pup. She was very helpful, patient, and helped reinforce training. She’s very knowledgeable about dogs and gave excellent advice. I couldn’t recommend her enough!
About Sarah W.
Communication
Dog skills
Safety, trust & environment
We will work together to discuss any and all specific needs your pets may have and any other preferences for care. This will include feeding schedules, any special needs or behavior quirks I need to be aware of, etc. As a cautious pet parent myself, you can rest assured I will never feed your pet anything they shouldn’t have and will always ensure house rules are followed. Currently, I offer house sitting but this does not include overnight stays at the moment. However, I can be available if necessary to stay all day with your pet if they need more than a drop in (for example, special needs or senior pets that need more full time care while you’re at work all day, frequent meds, potty breaks every hour, etc) Just ask and we can discuss details! I love being outside so I can provide all the walks and outdoor play time needed. I of course will provide photo updates of our time together along with any other needed updates upon my arrival and departure. My little 14 lb chihuahua mix loves making new friends, so if your dog is friendly with other dogs and wants a companion on walks or otherwise, we can discuss my little guy tagging along if that’s something you would want.
Information Sarah W. would like to know about your pet
Please inform me in advance of any medications your pet needs to be given. It’s important I know of any bad habits ahead of time so I can help prevent any issues- do they get into the trash cans, chew things they shouldn’t, try to escape their leash or the yard, etc. I do have experience with paraplegic pups as well if this is anyone’s situation. I don’t have any breed preferences because I love all breeds, however, I do prefer dogs that do not have major aggression issues with people. If they are only aggressive with other animals I can work around that, I just need to know ahead of time so we can avoid interactions.
A typical day
I’d love to keep your pets happy throughout our visits doing the things they love, so please share :) Based on your dogs needs we could take short or long walks throughout the neighborhood for sniffs, play chase/catch if there’s a safe/closed in area we can run, weather permitting. For pets who love more time inside, we can play games like tug-of-war and hide-and-seek, my dogs have always loved those! Some dogs are just couch potatoes and prefer to lounge on the couch together. For those sweet seniors who can’t get around as much and need more tender care, I’m great with relaxing animals using gentle massages and rubs. If taking advantage of grooming services, I’d give them a playful or gentle bath (depending on their reaction to bath time), a nice rub down to dry and whatever other services we set up for your fur baby.
Sarah W.
Twentynine Palms, CA