Tania Manning

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Animals have always been a central part of my life. I’ve loved and cared for multiple German Shepherds (including one I trained as a therapy dog for nursing homes) as well as many cats. Since 2022, I’ve been a full-time pet sitter, focusing completely on caring for your furry family. I’m experienced with administering medications, managing special diets, and keeping consistent routines. I’m currently training a puppy and use positive reinforcement to teach good manners. I specialize in in-home pet and house sitting so your pets can stay where they feel safest and most comfortable. I’m active, outdoorsy, and have a flexible schedule, so walks and hikes are part of my daily life. I’m sensitive to how animals respond to new people and take time to build trust. I’m happy to discuss your pets’ needs, my service area, and provide references upon request.

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Hired 1 time

Serves Occidental, CA

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4 years in business

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David E.

May 13, 2026

Tania did a great job house sitting and taking care of my two kitties (including one that needed to be pilled twice a day). She was very responsive and kept me updated with pix and more. My cats obviously responded well to her care - when I returned, the cats were happy and unstressed and the house had also been well cared for.

Kameron L.

May 25, 2026

Tania has been our primary pet sitter for the past two years and we cannot say enough positive things about our experience working with her! She is amazingly warm, kind, thoughtful, and above all professional! She genuinely cares about our dog, Ernie and takes exceptional care of him. He is a senior dog and is both blind and mostly deaf, but Tania is always thinking of ways to engage and stimulate him - to make sure he has the most positive experience possible. Tania has watched him at our home multiple times, including most recently when we took a 20-day trip to Ireland. We were able to leave our precious fur-kid in Tania’s care with absolutely zero concerns. Not only does Tania take outstanding care of our dog, but she also takes meticulous care of our home. She waters our plants as needed, feeds our backyard squirrels and birds, and ensures that everything is even cleaner and better than we left it. We are so grateful to have found Tania and absolutely love having her care for our dog, Ernie. Tania is simply the best!

Tricia M.

Feb 14, 2026

Susan T.

Sep 18, 2025

KELLY I.

May 29, 2025

Tania was an excellent pet sitter. She stayed ay my house for about 2 weeks while I was out of town. I did not have to worry about things falling through the cracks while I was gone, so it made my travel less hectic not having to worry about home. I have used her several times and I would use her again and again!

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
$125 a night for 1 dog.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I have an initial chat to see if I am available and then a meet and greet to see if we are a good fit.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have been a pet sitter for my friends spanning 30 years and on Rover for 3 years specializing in elderly dogs and cats or any animal needing extra special care. I have cared for 2 blind dogs and an elder cat who required daily injections for her kidneys.