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Tara M.

Star Sitter

Westwood, MA

4.9 out of 5 stars
35 reviews
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Services

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

Tara can care for

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

Availability

I am a freelancer so like to stay busy in between gigs and being around animals is one of the best ways to fill that time. Very flexible and accommodating and being around animals, especially dogs gives me great joy. One days I am not working my other job I have plenty of time to give to walking and caregiving.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About Tara M.

Communication

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

Skills

42 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a fenced in yard and 2 friendly dogs who are always keen to say hello and make new friends. I am reliable, honest, caring and will love your pet like it's my own. I love to go on walks of any length, and with snuggle your fur-babies if they are up for it. I am patient, kind, and happy to work on and foster any on-going training, however I am not a certified trainer. I have just had and been around dogs my whole life.

Information Tara M. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know anything I need to know about your pet... any special needs or behaviors, diet, as well as any ongoing training you'd like me to reinforce.

A typical day

I love to go on walks or hikes of all kinds, longs and short, depending on your dog's needs and activity level. Having had dogs my whole life, I like to walk, run and play- which includes throwing a ball or a stick or even going for swim if allowed! We can explore different neighborhoods or trails. If you have a more senior dog who'd rather just chill I can do that too!

Location

Westwood, MA

Tara M.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Tara M. has Star Sitter status

The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.

The Best walk for your best friend

Pet care experience

Lifelong animal/ dog lover. I have trained my own dogs since I was a child. Patient, kind and active. Haven't met an animal I didn't get along with! I have walked dogs for miles and miles and have also cared for the pets of friends, family and neighbors in the past. I have had puppies and seniors and everything in between.

Reviews

Carmen L.
Drop-In Visits • déc. 04, 2025
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Great visit and happy to have Tara helping us over the next couple of weeks with our fur-babies!

mariap198611
Dog Walking • août 21, 2025
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Thank you for walking Winnie in the rain!

Donald B.
Dog Walking • août 21, 2025
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Tara was right in time and left a great report on her walk with our boys. Thanks!

mariap198611
Dog Walking • août 15, 2025
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Tara was great, she found the way to communicate with our reactive dog.

About Tara M.

Communication

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

Skills

42 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a fenced in yard and 2 friendly dogs who are always keen to say hello and make new friends. I am reliable, honest, caring and will love your pet like it's my own. I love to go on walks of any length, and with snuggle your fur-babies if they are up for it. I am patient, kind, and happy to work on and foster any on-going training, however I am not a certified trainer. I have just had and been around dogs my whole life.

Information Tara M. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know anything I need to know about your pet... any special needs or behaviors, diet, as well as any ongoing training you'd like me to reinforce.

A typical day

I love to go on walks or hikes of all kinds, longs and short, depending on your dog's needs and activity level. Having had dogs my whole life, I like to walk, run and play- which includes throwing a ball or a stick or even going for swim if allowed! We can explore different neighborhoods or trails. If you have a more senior dog who'd rather just chill I can do that too!

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Tara M.

Star Sitter

Westwood, MA

4.9 out of 5 stars
35 reviews