Tara L.
Cape Girardeau, MO
Positive, Reward Based Fun Home
Pet care experience
I am a credentialed Veterinary Technician with a special interest in behavior and training. I have been in the veterinary field since 1991. I am no longer in a veterinary office but still do in-home behavior consulting as well as care for pets in my home. I do everything from potty training puppies to basic training for Service Dogs. I can administer medications, injections, and fluids prescribed by your veterinarian.
Reviews
Archie loves Tara. This is a great place!!!
Tara was wonderful!!! We can’t wait to take luna back for day care! :)
Sunny had so much fun at Tara’s today! :) Tara is very communicative and has a huge love for dogs. So thankful to have this daycare option in cape!
Tara is great with my pup. She pays extra attention to her and I’d trust her with Coco anytime. You can tell she really cares about the animals she’s watching. 10 out of 10! 🤩
About Tara L.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
As a positive reward-based pet trainer, I find it hard to interact with pets without teaching them something new and fun while they stay with me. We do this through interactive game time. I prefer to feed through food puzzles which you will see in my photos, but I do have bowls if your pet prefers. I have a large fenced yard with a large section of field turf, toys, and a sandbox to keep your pet entertained when they go out to play. I have 3 well-behaved dogs who can be kept separate from your pets or with them. I have an upstairs and downstairs area where pets can be separated or kenneled if desired or needed. My 13-year old son loves dogs and loves to play and cuddle with them if your pet likes children. If your pet doesn't care for children, he also respects their individuality and desire to be left alone. If your pet likes to go on walks, the neighborhood is quiet, or we can go down to the paved trail where there are bicycles, lots of people, and other dogs to see. Your pet's comfort and mental state are always my # 1 priority. Over the years, I have learned not all dogs are comfortable the first visit away from home in a new environment with new smells. So, I always let their attitude lead to how much interaction they want from other dogs. If they are playful and relaxed and show no anxiety, I will introduce them first through a fence and then one-on-one with leashes to my dogs before they get to play together. This is the safest way to introduce dogs. If they are showing anxiety, I will keep them separated until they are comfortable. Most dogs readily acclimate to a new environment within a few hours. Your dog will never be left unsupervised with another dog (mine included). In the winter, your dog(s) may be the only visitors; however, I have many frequent visitors the rest of the year, who love to play with one another!
Home
Information Tara L. would like to know about your pet
If your pet has shown any signs of aggression to prople or other dogs please let me know in advance. This may not a problem, I can deal with it, under the correct circumstances. My goal is safety first!
A typical day
We have a nice quiet neighborhood to walk in, as well as a nature trail close by if your dog likes to be more off the beaten path without seeing lots of other people and pets. We also have a local paved trail with lots of activity if your dog prefers a walk with lots of stimulation and friendly people. Most days, we stick close to home, play outside and cuddle and watch TV in the evening.
Services
Tara can host
Tara can watch in your home
Availability
In addition to working from home for Animal Behavior Network, I am a yoga and fitness instructor. I leave from 1-3 hours at a time Mon thru Thursday to drop off or pick up my son from school, to teach a morning class, or to drop in on a dog/cat/bird/rabbit, etc for routine care. I am gone Fridays for up to 4 hours in the morning because I teach back-to-back classes. My husband also works from home, so we have the flexibility to always have someone at home if your pet needs this. I try to stick to your schedule for feeding, walks, and bedtime. Your dog will have as much outdoor supervised playtime as they want, weather permitting.
About Tara L.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
As a positive reward-based pet trainer, I find it hard to interact with pets without teaching them something new and fun while they stay with me. We do this through interactive game time. I prefer to feed through food puzzles which you will see in my photos, but I do have bowls if your pet prefers. I have a large fenced yard with a large section of field turf, toys, and a sandbox to keep your pet entertained when they go out to play. I have 3 well-behaved dogs who can be kept separate from your pets or with them. I have an upstairs and downstairs area where pets can be separated or kenneled if desired or needed. My 13-year old son loves dogs and loves to play and cuddle with them if your pet likes children. If your pet doesn't care for children, he also respects their individuality and desire to be left alone. If your pet likes to go on walks, the neighborhood is quiet, or we can go down to the paved trail where there are bicycles, lots of people, and other dogs to see. Your pet's comfort and mental state are always my # 1 priority. Over the years, I have learned not all dogs are comfortable the first visit away from home in a new environment with new smells. So, I always let their attitude lead to how much interaction they want from other dogs. If they are playful and relaxed and show no anxiety, I will introduce them first through a fence and then one-on-one with leashes to my dogs before they get to play together. This is the safest way to introduce dogs. If they are showing anxiety, I will keep them separated until they are comfortable. Most dogs readily acclimate to a new environment within a few hours. Your dog will never be left unsupervised with another dog (mine included). In the winter, your dog(s) may be the only visitors; however, I have many frequent visitors the rest of the year, who love to play with one another!
Home
Information Tara L. would like to know about your pet
If your pet has shown any signs of aggression to prople or other dogs please let me know in advance. This may not a problem, I can deal with it, under the correct circumstances. My goal is safety first!
A typical day
We have a nice quiet neighborhood to walk in, as well as a nature trail close by if your dog likes to be more off the beaten path without seeing lots of other people and pets. We also have a local paved trail with lots of activity if your dog prefers a walk with lots of stimulation and friendly people. Most days, we stick close to home, play outside and cuddle and watch TV in the evening.
Location
Cape Girardeau, MO
Pets
Tara L.
Cape Girardeau, MO