Tara W.
Tara W.
Contact for Boarding
from $36 per night
Highlights
Pet care experience
Calm & Cozy Pet Retreat
Hi, I'm Tara! I've been working with shelters, foster groups, and private clients for over 10 years, and caring for animals isn't just something I do - it's what I truly love. I specialize in creating a calm, structured, and safe environment where pets feel comfortable and cared for. Whether your dog needs playtime and enrichment, gentle handling, medication support, or just a cozy place to relax, I tailor care to each pet's personality and needs. Pet parents appreciate that I'm: - Highly responsive and communicative - Experienced with a wide range of temperaments - Detail-oriented about routines and instructions - Committed to safety and cleanliness You'll receive regular updates, photos, and honest communication so you can feel completely at ease while you're away. MY HOME AND SETUP My home is arranged with dedicated spaces specifically for pet care. DOGS have structured areas for boarding, supervised play, and quiet rest time to ensure each guest feels secure and comfortable. I carefully manage introductions and group dynamics so every dog feels safe and supported. CATS also have their own separate, calm spaces, completely apart from the dogs if needed. This allows them to relax in a quiet environment without stress. Each cat area is set up with comfort, litter privacy, and individualized attention. Cleanliness, routine, and safety are priorities here. I maintain organized feeding schedules, structured potty breaks, and calm transitions throughout the day. Every pet is treated with consistency, affection, and respect for their individual needs. I look forward to meeting you and your furbaby!
Cat care experience
Tara also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
Always super easy, great at communicating, and plenty of walks and other dogs to play with!
Tara has always been great! Baxter is loved on and well cared for. He loves the walks and the company each visit.
Tara gives your pet an experience while staying at her place. She has a nice set up where cats can lounge on different pet beds and plenty of space and friendly pet toys your pet can play with
Tara was amazing! Great communication and more importantly, my dog did not want to leave.
I was very nervous with leaving my anxious dog. Tara took all the stress out of it. She is great with communication, sent updates with photos, and my girl was incredibly well taken care of and enjoyed her stay.
She did a wonderful job taking care of my fur babies while we had to go out of town. I loved that she sent updates on how they were doing! She has a wonderful fenced in yard for them to run around and sun bath.
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Schedule
Caring for animals is my full-time focus, which allows me to maintain a consistent and structured routine. Pets in my care are not left alone for long periods, and I am present throughout the day for supervision, enrichment, and comfort. I keep a predictable schedule to help pets feel secure and settled.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
Safety and structure are top priorities in my home. I offer crate options if preferred and carefully manage introductions and group dynamics. Dogs are supervised and separated when needed to ensure calm interactions. Cats have their own completely separate, quiet spaces away from dogs if needed, designed for privacy and stress-free rest. A typical day includes structured potty breaks, supervised play sessions, enrichment activities, and calm downtime. I follow feeding and medication instructions closely and communicate consistently with updates.
Pets
A typical day
Each day is balanced with structured activity and calm rest. Dogs enjoy supervised play, short walks (weather permitting), sniff breaks, enrichment games, and quiet downtime. I focus on mental stimulation just as much as physical exercise to help pets feel relaxed and fulfilled. Every routine is adjusted based on your pet’s age, energy level, and personality.