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Tara LaShawn

Compassionate & Caring Auntie to Pet Nieces & Nephews

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My experience

5 years

I’ve had a lot of experience with labs and golden retrievers, but have also cared for other breeds. Additionally, I have been responsible for administering medications to dogs and cats up to twice a day.

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  • Leo

    german shepherd dog

    Cared for

  • Jeri

    mix-breed

    Cared for

  • Buddy

    i don't know

    Cared for

  • Zoe

    golden retriever

    Cared for

  • Ruston

    golden retriever

    Cared for

  • Eros & Erebus

    shiba inu

    Cared for

  • Oliver

    i don't know

    Cared for

  • Thomas Benedict

    i don't know

    Cared for

  • Clive

    persian

    Cared for

  • Fred & Fred

    american shorthair

    Cared for

Reviews (18)

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Heidi

Tara was a lovely auntie to our four cats. Easy to communicate with, and kept everything super tidy for our return. We appreciate having the chance to host

  • cat
Raleigh, NC, US · 26 May - 05 Jun 2025
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Cyndi

Tara is awesome. I know the construction going on near my home must have caused her some inconvenience, but she works through it without complaint (which is

  • dog
Raleigh, NC, US · 07 May - 24 May 2025
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Raphaële

Punctual and responsive, Tara did a great job with our Charlie!

  • cat
Durham, NC, US · 01 May - 07 May 2025
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Cyndi

This is Tara’s 3rd or 4th sit for Cole but the first one with no overlap. Despite construction near the house that can make getting here confusing Tara has

  • dog
Raleigh, NC, US · 25 Apr - 01 May 2025
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Emily

Wonderful experience!

  • dog
  • cat
Durham, NC, US · 19 Apr - 25 Apr 2025

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Terri

Tara LaShawn looked after Terri’s pets & home

Tara sat for us in south Louisiana, took good care of our three pups and left our house in perfect shape! She communicated with us on a regular schedule. Our pets and our house were well attended while we we traveling.

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01 October 2024

About Tara LaShawn

Hello! I am a caring, compassionate, considerate and responsible pet/house sitter. As a licensed financial professional, I have passed rigorous background checks in multiple states. As a digital nomad, my schedule is flexible, and I am

Age55OccupationFinancial ProfessionalLives inRaleigh, United States
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Why I want to house sit

I want to house and pet sit, because I love animals, nature, traveling, meeting new people, exploring new places, and having new experiences. The privilege of sharing time and space with pets, caring for them and learning their

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