Tara R.
Fairmount-Spring Garden, PA
Lifelong Animal Lover and Caregiver
Pet care experience
I am a lifelong animal lover! We had ALL of the pets growing up, including farm animals. My adult children have grown up the same, with furry and scaled friends. We had a 12 year-old beautiful black Lab named Raven Nevermore, she passed away in February 2020. With my partner and my kids combined, we have a leopard gecko named Saffron, ball python named Zira, doggo named Kobe and cats named Ginger and Tyson. We've also had sugar gliders, other cats & dogs, Guiana pigs, hamsters, hermit crabs and lots of fish over the years. I believe our pets are family. They need extra love and attention when we cannot be home with them.... whether that is a potty break while you are at work, a last minute date or happy hour that would have you getting home later than usual, playtime to keep mischief at bay, a reliable housesitter so you can take off for a weekend getaway, or the peace of mind that someone you trust has the house and pets cared for while away on extended trips... if you are you hiring me alone (or as a team with my college age daughter Jay) we would love to spoil your babies whenever you need to be away! We are looking forward to meeting you soon!
Reviews
Tara did a fantastic job. She was very helpful and consistently communicated throughout the entire process. She went above and beyond! I strongly recommend her and will definitely use her again!
Tara was wonderful and I recommend her. We were fortunate to find her. She took care of Sozin so well and she put my fears to rest. I was worried at first because I had scheduled time away, and he had been placed with us for only a few months. I could not bear to take him out of our home so soon after his arrival. Thank you Tara and Rover. It was great service.
Tara and her daughter Jay were a great team watching my 13-year-old dog, Muffin, who has separation anxiety. She was so relaxed and happy with them that she didn't even go crazy when she saw us (as she has in the past). It was the first time we had someone dogsit in our house, and it was a good experience that we expect to repeat.
Tara is amazing. She took the time to get to know our little Pete who is very shy around strangers. She knew to give him space and to let him come to her. Now they are best buds. She is always very reliable, trustworthy, and kind! We will definitely continue to use her services!
About Tara R.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I will follow your detailed instructions so your pet(s) will feel as little change in the normal care and routine as possible while you are away.
Information Tara R. would like to know about your pet
Tell me all about your dog/cat/pet so I am better able to care for any special preferences or health or feeding requirements... I will keep your regular routine so your furry family member(s) will have very little disruption in daily walks, play, exercise or current training.
A typical day
Do you have a fenced in yard? Where does your dog like to go for a walk? Are you a member of a dog park? I love to go for walks, play with favorite toys, and give baths or water play time (in warmer weather). I’ve been called The Doggo Whisperer by many of my clients for my ability to ease anxiety in even the most nervous or rambunctious dogs.
Services
Tara can watch in your home
Availability
I just relocated to Philadelphia and work part time/make my own hours, so I’m often available on short notice or same day. I’m willing to travel extended distances for overnight or long term housesitting. I’m available for house sitting in Philly and the surrounding neighborhoods, Clarksville Maryland, and Rehoboth Beach DE. If hiring both myself and my adult daughter Jay as a team, your pets will get even more love and play time, and you have two people working as a team for the price of one!
About Tara R.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I will follow your detailed instructions so your pet(s) will feel as little change in the normal care and routine as possible while you are away.
Information Tara R. would like to know about your pet
Tell me all about your dog/cat/pet so I am better able to care for any special preferences or health or feeding requirements... I will keep your regular routine so your furry family member(s) will have very little disruption in daily walks, play, exercise or current training.
A typical day
Do you have a fenced in yard? Where does your dog like to go for a walk? Are you a member of a dog park? I love to go for walks, play with favorite toys, and give baths or water play time (in warmer weather). I’ve been called The Doggo Whisperer by many of my clients for my ability to ease anxiety in even the most nervous or rambunctious dogs.
Location
Philadelphia, PA
Pets
Tara R.
Fairmount-Spring Garden, PA