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Tara R.

Santa Cruz, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
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These prices are for 1 dog, including a booking fee of 11%.

Services

Tara can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time

Tara can care for

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

Availability

I have plenty of time to care for your pet(s) on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Please contact me if you would like to schedule a meet and greet!

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Tara R.

Communication

4 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

11 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

I am punctual, organized, and communicative. I can care for your pet through feeding, walking, training, and playing. I will ensure your pets' safety and update you with photos and details on how my visit went. I love all animals! Happy to care for rats, ferrets, snakes, guinea pigs, rabbits, etc in addition to dogs and cats.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Tara R. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know what stimuli make your pet uncertain and how you like to train them so I can be prepared to make my visit as smooth as possible.

A typical day

I look forward to getting exercise and bonding with your dog through hikes around the neighborhood or a park (if this is something your pet is comfortable with). Happy to play with and snuggle with your cats and other pets as well.

Location

Santa Cruz, CA

Tara R.'s Neighborhood

Experienced and responsible

Pet care experience

I grew up in a family with 3 dogs and began caring for pets early on. In addition to walking and feeding my family's dogs, I provided pet sitting services for neighbors and friends. I also spent over 5 years volunteering at the local animal shelter where I assisted with animal care, training, and adoptions. It wasn't long before I was taking foster dogs home with me for the week. Throughout college, I worked at a small animal veterinary clinic, an exotic animal veterinary clinic, and an alpaca farm. I grew experienced taking high quality care of pets with a wide variety of needs. I will be alert to your pets' health and can administer oral medications and fluids as needed. Now, I work as a wildlife biologist, demonstrating my commitment to animal welfare. I have worked with a wide range of animals including birds, ferrets, snakes, rats, and more. I look forward to caring for your pets on my days off from work!

Reviews

Rahul N.
Dog Walking • Jan 19, 2026
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Tara was a great walker for us! She took amazing care of our dog, Snoopy, and well look to book her again.

Daniel M.
Drop-In Visits • Nov 07, 2025
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Tara sat for my dear dog Maverick this morning so I could go to my annual wellness check, and she was excellent: timely, friendly, and competent. When she came to the door the first time, Maverick didn't bark, like he does at strangers, but almost whimpered, as if recognizing a friend! It felt like a minute but it might have been two before she was licking her hand. She's a wonderful young woman and I am so happy to have her assistance with my dear dog.

Valerie G.
House Sitting • Aug 04, 2025
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Tara took great care of my German Shepherd! Lots of play time + left the house very clean!

Sasha H.
Boarding • Jan 23, 2023
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Wonderful sitter! Fig was excited to meet Tara and came home to us a happy dog, I think she enjoyed her stay!

About Tara R.

Communication

4 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

11 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

I am punctual, organized, and communicative. I can care for your pet through feeding, walking, training, and playing. I will ensure your pets' safety and update you with photos and details on how my visit went. I love all animals! Happy to care for rats, ferrets, snakes, guinea pigs, rabbits, etc in addition to dogs and cats.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Tara R. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know what stimuli make your pet uncertain and how you like to train them so I can be prepared to make my visit as smooth as possible.

A typical day

I look forward to getting exercise and bonding with your dog through hikes around the neighborhood or a park (if this is something your pet is comfortable with). Happy to play with and snuggle with your cats and other pets as well.

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Tara R.

Santa Cruz, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews