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Tara D.

5.0 out of 5 stars
2 repeat clients
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Tara D.

5.0 out of 5 stars
2 repeat clients

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Highlights

Enhanced background check
20 years of experience
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Lover of all animals!

I've taken care of dogs and cats since I was in middle school and grew up with horses at my grandfather'shouse. As an adult, I have spent time working in a Vet Clinic in the boarding facility. I loved working with the boarders and the strays that came in. I also have the joy of helping take care of our in house ferrets, lizards, and birds. Currently I have 3 dogs and 3 cats, all rescues. Including a diabetic kitty who takes daily insulin. I am comfortable with providing injections, chaging pet diapers, and snuggling all sizes of fur babies.

Qualifications

2 repeat pet parents
84% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

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11 ratings
Rachel S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Nov 28, 2025

Tara was very nice and easy to communicate with, did a great job checking in on our kitties and sending sweet pictures so we could see that they were well (even when that meant needing to lay down to see where they were hiding under the bed 😂)

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Zoe A.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Aug 17, 2025

This was our 2nd time using Tara. She does a wonderful job at each visit. It makes me feel so at ease knowing she takes such good care of our pets. I will definitely use her every time I go out of town.

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Sarah D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Sep 01, 2024

Tara was easy to communicate with and punctual with visits. She took good care of our pets when we were gone for a short weekend.

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Zoe A.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Aug 09, 2024

This was my first time using Rover. Obviously I was nervous at first, but that quickly went away. My pets warmed up to Tara and the drop in visits went great. She did an amazing job, and I will definitely use her again in the future!

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Gabby W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • May 16, 2024

Tara did a great job. She was dependable and prompt. She communicated well and kept me up to date. She was also available at short notice. I would recommend her to others.

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Halley H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Mar 30, 2024

Tara did a wonderful job caring for Chase. I loved all the pictures and the Rover report card she sends after every drop in! I felt secure and comfortable with her being with Chase!

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Calendar and availability

Schedule

I currently work part time as a personal trainer and have a lot of free time that I would love to fill by taking care of your fur baby.

Where your pet will stay

Safety, trust & environment

I understand the importance of each animals routine and am comfortable with indoor and outdoor playtime, crating or not, and following your specific food schedule needs.

Pets

A typical day

I love to match the energy of the animals I am caring for. If they want/need exercise, we play. If they are chill, I give lots of pets and belly rubs.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
No two pets are the same, so please let me know what your pet enjoys to do, if they have any special dietary needs or restrictions, and if I can bring treats.
Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.