Tabatha A.
East Palestine, OH
An in-your-home nurse for your pet!
Pet care experience
Hello! My name is Tabatha Garman, I am the sole owner and operator of Special Paws Pet Care and a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT). As a veterinary technician, I play the nurse role of the veterinary team. I graduated from Kent State University with my Associate's degree in Veterinary Technology in May of 2021 and am currently pursuing my Bachelor's of Integrated Studies focused in animal behavior. While in school for my technician license, I gained various hands-on skills with a variety of animals, from dogs and cats to birds, horses, snakes, and much more. Outside of school, I have trained at numerous veterinary hospitals and gained vital experience in CPR and emergency response. My personal experience caring for animals expands far beyond my education and career, as I have cared for my own, family's, and friend's pets my entire life. As previously mentioned, I have a vast range of experience with different species from small pocket pets and reptiles to large and farm animals. I love working with nearly any species, especially pigs and cows! My medication administration skills are just as vast, including giving various types of injections and fluids, oral pill and liquid administration, topical applications, etc. Any pets with special needs are assured to be taken care of! Specializing in animal behavior, those with unique personalities or who are a bit grumpy or naturally prefer alone time are some of my favorite to work with. I love working to understand them and win them over and am happy to try to work with any type of disposition or behavioral challenges. No job is too big or small. Whether you have a pet that needs daily medication, help getting around, and extra special care, or just want to feel comforted knowing that your furry family member is in great hands, I am happy to care for any and all of them.
Reviews
Olive was well cared for and we felt comfortable leaving her with Tabatha. Olive is a finicky pup, and we were so glad to find someone like Tabatha to care for Olive!we will definitely reach out to use Tabatha again!
The first time we left our 3 dogs and 2 cats in the hands of a sitter. Tabatha was amazing! The pets had no hesitation in welcoming her into our home and enjoyed having her here. She provided great care, communication and pictures during our time away. Thank you Tabitha!
Tabatha is incredible! We have used her a few times now for our cat, Bella. She gave Bella her insulin shots twice a day and spent time with her and they really bonded. Tabatha went above and beyond! Thank you, Tabatha!
Tabatha was a blessing! I felt at ease while on vacation with Tabatha caring for our pets. From what I can tell she kept them on their toes and probably did a better job then I would do! I never expected so many pictures of them either playing, eating, or just being goofy. Would definitely recommend and hope she's available next time!
About Tabatha A.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
Your pet's safety is always my top priority. Whether at home, in the car, at the vet, out for a walk, or at the park, I am always extremely diligent to make sure your pet stays safe and sound. I always use doggy seatbelts or enclosures when driving, reflective strips and flashlights at night, ramps and manual assistance for mobility-challenged pups, predator-deterrent to protect them from harm, and vet-approved chews or boredom busters to make sure your pup is happier and healthier when you arrive back home. Out of an abundance of caution, I typically do not have pets I'm watching interact with other pets I'm unfamiliar with (ie: no communal dog parks). In the case that anything does happen while I am with them, I am trained on the safest and most effective way to stop a dog fight, as well as being trained in CPR, emergency triage and response, and homeostatic stabilization. I also always have a list of the nearest emergency hospitals on hand should they ever be needed. I strive to follow all pet-parent's wants and needs for their pets, including whatever training or rules you may have for your pet while they are in my care (crating, treats, toys, etc). If there are any additional safety measures you would like to discuss, just let me know!
Information Tabatha A. would like to know about your pet
Please let me know the temperament of your pet ahead of time! While I have had experience with all types of personalities in many species, I do not typically handle aggressive dogs. I will consider house-stays for them on a case-by-case basis, but I do not offer walks. I will accept caring for spicy kitties. If your pet has any special needs, medical concerns, or anything else you'd like me to be aware of, just let me know!
A typical day
I like to personalize the day's activities based on the individual pets! So whether that's playing fetch in the backyard with their favorite ball, going for a great walk in the park, giving them a fun enrichment treat toy indoors, or even playing with the bird wand for hours until your cat is all tuckered out, I'm up for creating a special plan of fun for your fur (or furless) friend.
Services
Tabatha can watch in your home
Availability
I am currently dedicating my time to in-home pet care while going to school full-time online, so I am free to fit your pet into my schedule however you may need. While I do personalize my schedule to fit your pet specifically, my typical day is scheduled like this and changed as needed, just to give you a better idea of your pet's time with me: When I arrive, I always spend time making sure your pet is happy, comfortable, and has everything they need. When staying with them overnight, I will keep them company until morning, make sure they have everything they need and get some pets or playtime in, then I will leave as needed to tend to any other appointments, making sure to return to check-in and spend time with them at minimum every 3-4 hours, unless more frequently is needed. Whether you just need a daily check in and play time for your cat while you're away, or if you need someone to take your pup out every couple of hours along with walks and lots of play time, or even if you have an older pup who can't really spend time alone at all, we can definitely make a plan to suit your family purrr-fectly.
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About Tabatha A.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
Your pet's safety is always my top priority. Whether at home, in the car, at the vet, out for a walk, or at the park, I am always extremely diligent to make sure your pet stays safe and sound. I always use doggy seatbelts or enclosures when driving, reflective strips and flashlights at night, ramps and manual assistance for mobility-challenged pups, predator-deterrent to protect them from harm, and vet-approved chews or boredom busters to make sure your pup is happier and healthier when you arrive back home. Out of an abundance of caution, I typically do not have pets I'm watching interact with other pets I'm unfamiliar with (ie: no communal dog parks). In the case that anything does happen while I am with them, I am trained on the safest and most effective way to stop a dog fight, as well as being trained in CPR, emergency triage and response, and homeostatic stabilization. I also always have a list of the nearest emergency hospitals on hand should they ever be needed. I strive to follow all pet-parent's wants and needs for their pets, including whatever training or rules you may have for your pet while they are in my care (crating, treats, toys, etc). If there are any additional safety measures you would like to discuss, just let me know!
Information Tabatha A. would like to know about your pet
Please let me know the temperament of your pet ahead of time! While I have had experience with all types of personalities in many species, I do not typically handle aggressive dogs. I will consider house-stays for them on a case-by-case basis, but I do not offer walks. I will accept caring for spicy kitties. If your pet has any special needs, medical concerns, or anything else you'd like me to be aware of, just let me know!
A typical day
I like to personalize the day's activities based on the individual pets! So whether that's playing fetch in the backyard with their favorite ball, going for a great walk in the park, giving them a fun enrichment treat toy indoors, or even playing with the bird wand for hours until your cat is all tuckered out, I'm up for creating a special plan of fun for your fur (or furless) friend.
Location
East Palestine, OH
Pets
Tabatha A.
East Palestine, OH