Tara S.
Tara S.
Contact for Boarding
from $68 per night
Highlights
Pet care experience
Tara and the Smiley Paws
Hi! I’m Tara — a lifelong animal lover with a heart for senior pets, pups with special needs, and those with unique quirks. I’ve been living and working with dogs (and cats!) my whole life, and I’ve built some wonderful relationships on Rover always treating every pet like family. Located near the Bozeman airport, my home is an animal-friendly haven with cozy bedrooms, a large fenced yard for playtime, and two friendly resident pups, Oliver and Bailey, who love making new friends. I’m experienced with training, medication routines, and giving pets the extra patience and TLC they need to feel safe and happy. *Please enquire about extended stay or regular client discounts.* Whether your pet needs a comfy place to stay or just a little extra attention, I’ve got you covered — with love, play, and peace of mind. 🐶🐱💕
Cat care experience
Tara also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
As a first-time Rover user, I was pretty anxious about leaving my pups with someone I didn't know. Tara was amazing! She sent plenty of pictures and videos, and it was obvious our dogs were being loved on and having a great time. Knowing they were safe and happy made it so much easier for me to relax and enjoy my day. We are so grateful for the care she and her family gave our two mini schnauzers, and we'll definitely be reaching out to her again in the future!
Tara was great! She had fast response and was great at communicating. Boomer really enjoyed his stay. Thank you Tara!
Tara was so sweet to my very old, very cranky Trigger!
Tara is the best hands down, great communication, wonderfully flexible, and makes my pup feel at home. You’re the go to Tara, we greatly appreciate you!
Tara and her family are literally a dream come true for all of us! I think my dog has found his second home. It’s such a blessing to have found you Tara! Thank you so much! We will see you soon!!
Came and spent time with my very active puppies. Tara sent pictures and a video and the pups looked like they were having a blast!
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Schedule
I am open to last minute plans, one time, as well as having regular guests. * Doggy Day Care is a 12 hour window from 7 am to 7pm, if you need longer daycare we can possibly modify for up to an additional 3 hours ( please enquire.)
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
Naturally, all pets get treated like family. Whether at my home, or a clients home, everyone gets the attention and care they deserve. The innocent, precious nature of animals, especially one that is a part of a family holds an immeasurable value.
Pets
A typical day
A typical day here feels like a little doggy vacation! I work from home, so your pup will get plenty of attention, snuggles, and supervised playtime. My two friendly dogs, Oliver and Bailey, love having guests, and we have a large fenced yard for safe outdoor fun. We stick to your dog's usual routine—meals, meds, walks, naps—plus lots of love and calm energy. Whether your dog is a playful pup, a senior needing extra care, or anything in between, they’ll feel right at home here.