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    Dog-obsessed dog minder

    Sara

    Gilbert Road, Dublin
    2 Repeat guests
    30 Bookings
    24 Reviews
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    Response rate
    100%

    About Sara

    My name is Sara and I am a 30-year-old American living in a house the Portobello area who is a firm believer that dogs are much better than people. Not only do I have experience minding other people's dogs both in my own home or staying with them at their home, but I also have a lifetime of experience with dogs and grew up with them. Our house has a gravel back garden (enclosed by a high walls; totally safe!) and a front garden with grass. There's a little park 1 minute walk from my front door which is great spot to play fetch! The Park at St. Patrick's Cathedral, St. Kevin's Park, and the Iveagh Gardens are other parks I love to bring them for walks and plays! I'm dog-obsessed and the perfect person to give your dog round the clock attention and lovin! Back home in America, I spent my childhood, adolescence, and adulthood with 2 beautiful female Weimeraners. They were my companions on all of my adventures around town, my snuggle buddies, my jogging partners, my go-to confidants, and my best friends. Although they're both gone now, they will forever be a part of our family, and I often think about how much of an impact having dogs and their unconditional love has had in my life. With that being said, I'm so used to always having a dog or two around and I've missed that so much since I've moved to Dublin! I call it "doggy withdrawals". That's why I've taken up dog-sitting. I'm great at caring for dogs, giving them plenty of exercise (Weimeraners are super hyper so I'm used to this one!), interacting with them, and loving them. I'm that kind of girl who will just stop and pet a stranger's dog that I see walking down the street no matter how big or small they are. (Most of the time I forget to even ask first, I just get too excited!) Dogs bring so much joy into my life, and dog sitting has been a great way for me to get to have dogs around even if I don't have one of my own! I promise your dog will love me! ** Available to mind dogs at my house OR to stay in your house if your dog is more comfortable there! Please get in touch--I'm flexible! **

    Sara's dogs

    Sara has no dogs at home

    More details

    I have previous experience of boarding dogs
    I can provide references upon request
    I can administer oral medication
    I have volunteered in animal shelters

    Services and fees

    Veterinary coverage & 24/7 phone support included

    Dog boarding

    Overnight in the dog sitter's home
    €45
    Public holiday rate
    €50
    Puppy rate
    €45
    Extra dog rate
    €25
    I accept dogs of all sizes
    Including puppies

    Dog walking

    Around your neighbourhood for 1h
    €15
    Public holiday rate
    €12
    Puppy rate
    €7
    Extra dog rate
    €7
    I accept dogs of all sizes
    Including puppies

    Availability

    August 2025

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    Availability updated about 1 month ago

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    24 reviews

    Sara minded our dog for a long weekend. She is a reliable, kind and energetic person who loves dogs. I was not worried about leaving our senior dog in her care.

    Sara minded our 9 month pup while we were away. It was our first time leaving him so we were anxious about how he'd cope. From the moment we met Sara we knew she was going to take great care of him as she was really interested in his routine and needs and we could see he was happy around her. She kept in constant contact with us to let us know how he was getting on and reassured us that despite him being initially unsettled, she was confident he'd settle, which he did. He was far less excited about seeing us on our return than we'd expected, a sure sign he was very happy in Sara's capable care. We'll definitely request Sara if we go away again!

    Sara was great with our dog Ron. Catered to all his needs , asked loads questions before and really put our mind at ease. Kept in contact and sent photo updates. Definitely would book again

    Sara

    Gilbert Road, Dublin

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