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Tara M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
2 repeat clients
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Tara M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
2 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $60 per night

Highlights

Basic background check
20 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Doggie Pied Piper

Weekend boarding, weekday walks and weekday visits are what I have to offer. Cuddling, petting, belly rubs, hiking, whatever your doggie needs I’m happy to supply the love. I love animals and am a vegetarian- that stated, I have no problem feeding doggies raw meals or whatever diet you prefer. I’m very patient and kind. Your dog will have a safe and happy environment here with me. We can do a meet/greet first to make sure we’re a good fit. Thank you. All my best. When I take on a doggie, dog care is my sole focus. I do not take other jobs. I'm all about focusing on dogs when they are in my care. My home is fenced. We have a doggie door. The dogs are welcome on my bed and furniture. Loving on dogs is what I'm all about.

Qualifications

2 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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10 ratings
Boarding • Apr 29, 2026

Tara M. cancelled a booking 2 days before it was scheduled to begin.

Alex H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Apr 14, 2026

Absolutely an excellent sitter. Super communicative, great with pups, and honestly it was my first time using rover so I was nervous... But not after working with Tara. 1000/1000 would recommend

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Annie R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Mar 23, 2026

Tara was great with my pup! Kind straightforward communication, and kept me in the loop. I would utilize her services again and highly recommend!

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Katherine W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Mar 16, 2026

Tara was so great with Nali and she sent lots of photos and updates :)

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Robyn M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Feb 26, 2026

Ari had a great stay with Tara and her pups. He came back vibrant, happy, full of energy. Tara is super flexible, easy to work with, highly communicative, sends great pictures and videos. Truly could not ask for more.

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Spencer W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Feb 23, 2026

Tara is awesome! Her dogs (Bunny and Sam) really helped our dog feel comfortable and welcome. When we got her back, she slept all day; clearly worn out from all the fun she had with Tara and crew. We'll be back!

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Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Pets

A typical day

I live down the hill from Frank Ortiz dog park and across the street from the walking path into Downtown Santa Fe. I also love to hike in the Santa Fe Ski Basin with the dogs.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Tara can host up to 2 pets per night
Please be very clear about any special needs your dog has and if you have any special requirements. If you are very clear with me, then I can achieve the best for your pup.
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.