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Kara H.

5.0 out of 5 stars
2 repeat clients
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Kara H.

5.0 out of 5 stars
2 repeat clients

Contact for House Sitting

from $35 per night

Highlights

Enhanced background check
45 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Experienced animal caretaker

I am a professor who also loves animals. I I am happy to take care of yours when I can. I have been taking care of animals all my life, first with pets of my own and then animal care sitting for friends.

Cat care experience

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Happy to cat sit! Love Cats!

Kara also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Qualifications

2 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
80% bookings with photo updates
45 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

I am very responsible and have a good track record. I send pictures and updates daily. I can follow directions well too. Animals in general love me and I love them.

Ratings and reviews

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Mary S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jun 16, 2026

Kara was lovely to work with and took great care of my two corgis. They loved her. She sent me great photos. Very happy with this stay

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Diana G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Mar 01, 2026

Kara bonded with my cat, which is not easy to do, but important to my cat's and my peace of mind! She was great at communicating and sending updates & pics. She took good care of my home. Kara is an interesting person also!

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Dana M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Feb 15, 2026

Kara stayed with my two large dogs for 4 days, and was fantastic. She gave them lots of attention and plenty of exercise, and even got the really anxious guy to eat. Kara kept in contact and sent the best photos. It was a truly stress-free experience for me, and the dogs were very relaxed and happy when I returned. The house looked great as well. Happy dogs and a clean house; no better way to end a trip.

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Julia S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jun 14, 2025

Kara was a fantastic caregiver for my two dogs. She was a pleasure to communicate with, gave me peace of mind while I was away, and ensured that my larger dog got plenty of exercise. I highly recommend hiring her!

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Jane P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • May 11, 2025

Great photos and taking care of my fur babies and place!

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Anne F.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Apr 30, 2025

Karah did an incredible job with my animals and house.I cannot recommend her highly enough.My animals are rarely left overnight much less for 2 weeks, my dog is fragile and requires medication 2x a day.They were happy; secure and healthy when we returned.

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

During the school year I teach on Mondays and Tuesdays. During the summer I am free all the time. Otherwise I am free and work from home and can spend lots of time with your animals and really do love animals. I don't have a car so if you live more than 1.5 from the Syracuse Campus, I'd ask you to pay for the uber to get to your place and back on Mondays and Tuesdays, when I teach and to your place and back at the beginning of the sit and the end.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Kara can host up to 1 pet per night
I would like to know the medications needed, walk times, feeding times, and your general attitude about people being in your home. Otherwise, I'm good!
Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.