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Tara L.

Cape Girardeau, MO

5.0 out of 5 stars
•102 reviews
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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

Christen H.
Doggy Day Care • Apr 07, 2024
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Tara was wonderful!!! We can’t wait to take luna back for day care! :)

Claire E.
Doggy Day Care • Apr 06, 2024
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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!

Naomi L.
Drop-In Visits • Feb 20, 2024
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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! 🤩

Jackey R.
Doggy Day Care • Feb 15, 2024
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Tara is wonderful and I would strongly recommend her to anyone. Ivan loved spending time with her

About Tara L.

Communication

32 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
50% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

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

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

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

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$52per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$25per visit
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
$35per day
House Sitting
in your home
AWAY
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
AWAY

Tara can host

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

Tara can watch in your home

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

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.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Calendar last updated 2 months ago
Tara can host up to 3 dogs per day
Doggy Day Care Cancellation Policy:

About Tara L.

Communication

32 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
50% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

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

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

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

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Tara L.

Cape Girardeau, MO

5.0 out of 5 stars
•102 reviews