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Tara H.

5.0 out of 5 stars
36 repeat clients
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Tara H.

5.0 out of 5 stars
36 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $35 per night

Highlights

Tara has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
12 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication

Pet care experience

Let’s Walk, Play! Or Come Stay! 🐾

I’ve taken care of animals since I was a child. I’ve had almost every kind of animal from fish, snakes, gerbils, hamsters, birds, cats, dogs and even a chinchilla. I have worked at a local pet store, where I was trained on animal care and nutrition. I have also volunteered to help a nonprofit rescue group located in St. Louis. I have also fostered multiple dogs for a different nonprofit rescue group in Troy, MO. Neighbors and friends have relied on me to care for thier pets. I have even taken care of diabetic cats and have administered insulin to them.

Qualifications

36 repeat pet parents
84% response rate
Usually responds within a few hours
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
12 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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78 ratings
Debbie W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 30, 2026

Tara took wonderful care of our Bandit. We are very particular about our pet sitter and Tara filled the bill in every way possible. Loved getting the photos every day of our boy enjoying his time with her and her family. I HIGHLY recommend Tara for your pups as well. Thanks again for taking care of our baby!

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Eileen R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • May 05, 2026

We feel so blessed to have found Tara. Bella LOVES her time with Tara's family. She is older and had started really stressing when going to a kennel, but she considers Tara's house her second home now, and we are so very relieved that we can continue our travels and know that Bella will be loved and cared for and not worry about her. Thanks Tara for your wonderful care of our little Bella. :)

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MARISSA B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Mar 28, 2026

I highly recommend Tara as a pet sitter. She took wonderful care of my two dogs and my cats, sending daily updates and pictures that gave me total peace of mind while I was away. She was especially caring and attentive with my senior dog, making sure to adjust to his specific needs and routine. It’s clear she truly loves animals and treats them like her own. I would definitely book with Tara again and strongly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable, compassionate pet sitter.

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Jason Z.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Mar 16, 2026

Tara is the best person & sitter you will find. Her care and extra care for my dog Lady was incredible. She’s the dog sitter you need not to worry about.

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Fran K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Mar 09, 2026

Tara was great! Archie had a great time staying at her house.

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Robert B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Mar 03, 2026

Great and would use again

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Schedule

I am currently home full-time to care for your pet! If I do need to leave the house it is for no longer than 1-2 hours max. My husband is home full time and is also able to help with my boarding friends 🐾

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has caged pets
Has 1 dog
Children 0-5 years old
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs allowed on bed

Safety, trust & environment

I have a big fenced backyard for your pup to run around and play in. I have a two year old cavapoo, a five month old son and a four year old who would love to play with your pup! I have a spare large kennel if you would like to use for your pets vist or feel free to bring your own!

Pets

A typical day

My number one priority is safety and comfort for your pet. I have a fenced in yard which will be utilized for play and potty breaks. I do encourage that you bring your pet’s own personal kennel during thier stay (but it is not necessary). While you are away, you can have the peace of mind knowing your pup is in great care! I will love your pet as if they were my own! I have a very clean and sanitized space. I also have a smoke-free home. I only keep a very limited amount of pups at once to ensure a safe and relaxed environment for everyone!

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Unspayed females accepted, neutered males only
No females in heat
Tara can host up to 4 pets per night
I highly encourage meet and greets. Please let me know if there is anything specific to your pup that I may need to know; This way I can prepare for/or accommodate for ahead of time. If you have any questions feel free to ask.
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.