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Tara G.

Star Sitter

Taylor Run, Alexandria, VA

4.9 out of 5 stars
220 reviews
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Services

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.

Tara can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat

Tara can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

I have a young playful black lab (Addisonian). We go to three dog parks often: Ben Brenman Park Dog Park, Duke Street Dog Park and Shirlington Dog Park (most often).

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Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Tara G.

Communication

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

Skills

3 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I mostly work from home. When i go to work, i will go for 2-3 hours, usually one day per week. My husband Andrew go to work at 1pm. He has random days off, not always Sat and Sun. He helps me, tags along occasionally as well. (Please let me know if you prefer my care only:))

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
Children 0-5 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Tara G. would like to know about your pet

I prefer not to take large energetic dogs just because of my not so big townhouse and my lab. That will require lots of energy and attention to watch. Small and medium size dogs and large calm dogs are fine. I would like know doggies's daily schedule, food, sleep habits, crate trained or able to be alone for a while, playfulness...

A typical day

I have a small backyard that doggies can play at. I enjoy walking the dogs in my neighborhood-around the pond and further into more quiet neighborhood.

Location

Alexandria, VA

Tara G.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Tara G. 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.

Enjoy taking care of fur babies

Pet care experience

Hi! My name is Tara, I work for an education nonprofit here in Alexandria old town, I love dogs and cats:) live in a townhouse close to work, have a little backyard and deck, have some flexible time and would like to take care of cute fur babies. I’m super detail oriented and organized! Will provide good care and love. I’m pretty active, enjoy long walks and running. I also enjoy taking doggies to wineries and breweries if you like. I enjoy getting to know the doggies and work with families around the year for their travel plan. I live very close to Alexandria commons shopping mall, i enjoy working with neighbors around. Price negotiable depending on distance and service needed. **I usually have 1 or 2 doggies at home. Very rarely that I don’t have anyone. I have usual customers existing requests or sometimes last min request that I try to accommodate. Even though you might only do meet and greet with my dog and not necessarily meet every dog during your dog staying, I know most dogs very well, they come to me all year round or all summer round at least. I have capacity to separate doggies too if needed.

Reviews

Chris A.
Boarding • May 27, 2026
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Tara was great. Always communicated about how Henry was and took great care of him during his stay.

Erin D.
Drop-In Visits • May 24, 2026
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We love having Tara part of our crew! She does a wonderful job communicating with us and being flexible with any changes that might come up. We know Piper and Monty appreciate their afternoon drop ins with her!

Reva M.
Drop-In Visits • May 10, 2026
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Tara was willing to throw dirt in the air for our weird dog. That is her favorite pastime and we are very thankful for Tara's willingness and flexibility

Lindsay C.
Drop-In Visits • May 09, 2026
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Tara was great! Made sure my kitties were taken care of and communicated great with me! Will definitely book again

About Tara G.

Communication

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

Skills

3 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I mostly work from home. When i go to work, i will go for 2-3 hours, usually one day per week. My husband Andrew go to work at 1pm. He has random days off, not always Sat and Sun. He helps me, tags along occasionally as well. (Please let me know if you prefer my care only:))

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
Children 0-5 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Tara G. would like to know about your pet

I prefer not to take large energetic dogs just because of my not so big townhouse and my lab. That will require lots of energy and attention to watch. Small and medium size dogs and large calm dogs are fine. I would like know doggies's daily schedule, food, sleep habits, crate trained or able to be alone for a while, playfulness...

A typical day

I have a small backyard that doggies can play at. I enjoy walking the dogs in my neighborhood-around the pond and further into more quiet neighborhood.

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Tara G.

Star Sitter

Taylor Run, Alexandria, VA

4.9 out of 5 stars
220 reviews