Clara's Critters
Trusted, in-home care for all animals
Serving Bozeman, Montana and surrounding areas
Request a meet & greetNow accepting new clients
What I do
Reliable, in-home care for the critters you love.
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Drop-in visits
A 30-minute check-in for feeding, fresh water, playtime, and a potty break. Perfect for cats and independent dogs.
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Dog walks
30 or 60 minute leashed walks tailored to your dog's pace. Treats, water, and tail wags included.
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Overnight sitting
I stay in your home overnight so your pets keep their routine and their favorite spot on the couch.
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Cat care
Litter box cleaning, food, fresh water, playtime, and as much (or as little) lap time as your cat will allow.
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Medication administration
Pills, drops, injections, and special diets handled with patience and care for pets with extra needs.
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Horse care & exercise
Feeding, watering, turnout, stall cleaning, blanketing, medications/supplements, and exercise rides or lunging. I have been an equestrian for 19 years and am confident in and out of the saddle!
Rates
Straightforward pricing. No surprises.
| Service | Length | Price | Notes |
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| Drop-in visit | 30 min | $35 | Feeding, fresh water, potty break, and play for dogs and cats |
| Dog walk | 30 min | $40 | +$15 per additional dog from the same household. |
| Dog walk | 60 min | $65 | |
| Overnight sitting (in-home) | Per night | $80/night, $20 for every extra animal | Prices are subject to change based on responsibilities, farm care, etc. |
| Medication administration | Per visit | +$5 | Add-on for any visit. |
| Horse care drop in | 60 minutes | $65 | Feeding, water, turnout, stall cleaning, brushing |
| Equine overnights | Per night | $100 base rate for one horse | Please message Clara for specific rates! |
Rates are specific to Bozeman area zip codes, prices subject to increase if outside of service area
About Clara
Howdy, I'm Clara! I've spent nearly 18 years caring for animals of all kinds and am immensely passionate about animal welfare and behavior. It began at a young age with my horse obsession and quickly turned into owning chickens, dogs, cats, hermit crabs, fish...you name it! I have an innate curiosity and appreciation for all creatures great and small and want to share my compassion for animals with your furry (or scaly, or feathered) family members.
My experience as an equestrian, dog and cat owner, and having worked as a kennel attendant in a humane society and a training and boarding facility has given me hands on experience with various breeds, behaviors, and temperaments. I am very comfortable anxious rescue pups, senior cats on twice-daily medication, energetic puppies who need long walks, and shy kitties who just want quiet company. It is my goal to make your pet feel calm and cared for while you are away and help them feel secure under my supervision. It is important to me to use only positive reinforcement techniques with your pets.
I am motivated to make your experience being away from your pets stress-free and reassuring. I understand that animals are part of our family and deserve to be taken care of as such. When you let me into your home and your pet's routine, I take that seriously and acknowledge the level of trust required. I send daily photo updates, follow your instructions, and always leave your home clean and organized. It would be an honor to care for your pets!
Critters I've cared for
A few of my favorite repeat customers.
What clients say
A few kind words from families who've trusted me with their critters.
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“Callie had a great time staying with Clara! I received updates and pictures and Clara was great about following Callie's restrictive diet due to allergies and getting her daily meds in! Thank you so much! Callie can't wait to visit again!”
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“Clara is a true professional and loving dog caregiver! She is punctual, communicates well, and of course takes great care of our pups when we have to be away. We absolutely trust her being in our home and taking care of our four legged family member. You'll see right away when your animal meets her that it's obvious that she loves and respects all animals. She's very easy to work with and we would absolutely recommend her to anyone looking for a fantastic person to take care of their animal.”
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“Clara was a phenomenal dog and cat sitter for us! She spent two nights at our house and our pets absolutely loved her. She took our 1 year old English lab on plenty of walks and played with him a ton. They ended up being absolute best friends! Our cat is really timid and doesn't like people but Clara totally got her out of her shell, which is so rare for our kitty. I would highly recommend Clara for her services, we will definitely be using her again!”
Request a meet & greet
Tell me about your pets and what kind of care you're looking for. I usually reply within a day.
- Phone
- 425-633-6234 Texts welcome.
- clara.jean.418@gmail.com
- Service area
- Serving Bozeman, Montana and surrounding areas