Tara M.
Monterey, CA
Local Aquarium employee experienced
Pet care experience
Hello there! Like my title says I work at a popular Aquarium in the Monterey area and have a lot of animal experience primarily with dogs, cats, birds, snakes and fish. I’ve both owned and taken care of other's pets, I work M-F, and have another contracted job that comes up every once in awhile so I may not be a good fit for puppies or elderly dogs that need extensive care during the times I’m doing my contract work. For long overnight extended dog care and house sitting stays (week or more). If there is a need during the week I include (free of charge) 1-2 house visits—lunch time play for 30 minutes and later afternoon (dinner time and play for 60 minutes—only if I need to begin my evening stay a little later between 8pm-10pm, most time of the year I’ll be there dinner time and not need to leave). I leave in the morning at 6am during the week, but a little later on the weekends if needed. Would be happy to meet up prior and see if it’s a good fit!
Reviews
Tara’s kind being is exactly the type of person I would leave my Leila Jean with. Not only does she have a love for animals but she pays attention to the details of what is asked of her. Her charismatic personality instantly draws you in. She treats animals like their her own and genuinely wants the animal to feel comfortable in whatever setting he/she is in. Trustworthy, kind, attentive and loving are just a few adjectives I would use to describe her. With Tara your furry baby is in the best of hands!
High quality care here! Tara is a sweetheart! She even cleaned the sheets. She sent me many photos, I highly highly recommend her service. My dog has special dietary needs and Tara already had experience with special dog diets. She really knew what she was doing when it comes to animals.
Tara has actually now become a good friend of mine. She was recommended to me by someone she worked with from the Aquarium. Which I thought was perfect, I have 3 dogs and needed someone for an extended stay that wouldn’t get overwhelmed. As soon as she walked in she had command of the dogs and they loved her to pieces. I could tell she genuinely enjoyed her stay. Also, she’s just a fantastic person. Really glad this led me to a new friend.
Tara took fantastic care of my elderly dog, Barniby, when I had a last minute out of town trip, will request again. She took photos of the two of them together and sent them to me, and even made my Barniby, a doggie sweater! Very neat and tidy and respectful. A joy to have around. Really felt that Barniby was in the best of hands.
About Tara M.
Skills
Information Tara M. would like to know about your pet
Dietary needs, allergies, feeding schedule, typical bathroom break schedule, quirks, energy level, negative behaviors to look out for, does anything trigger aggression? How do they walk on a leash? How to the get along with other dogs? (When on a walk). Anything that might be important to their daily routine, your expectations, if their are treats around do they have a treat limit? Location of cleaning supplies just incase? On long extended stays is my partner welcome? (If not that absolutely okay).
A typical day
Like to run through various tricks that they know! Maybe help them learn a new one! Enjoy nice evening time—lots of pets and praise fun with toys. Perhaps a walk in the neighborhood if it’s safe to do so.
Services
Tara can watch in your home
About Tara M.
Skills
Information Tara M. would like to know about your pet
Dietary needs, allergies, feeding schedule, typical bathroom break schedule, quirks, energy level, negative behaviors to look out for, does anything trigger aggression? How do they walk on a leash? How to the get along with other dogs? (When on a walk). Anything that might be important to their daily routine, your expectations, if their are treats around do they have a treat limit? Location of cleaning supplies just incase? On long extended stays is my partner welcome? (If not that absolutely okay).
A typical day
Like to run through various tricks that they know! Maybe help them learn a new one! Enjoy nice evening time—lots of pets and praise fun with toys. Perhaps a walk in the neighborhood if it’s safe to do so.
Location
Monterey, CA
Tara M.
Monterey, CA