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Kara L.

Boulder Creek, CA

5 out of 5.0 stars
7 reviews
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Dog Summer Camp

Pet care experience

I started my own dog walking and pet sitting business at eight caring for dogs, lizards, birds, cats and snakes. As an adult, I've worked as a dog trainer, doggy day care host, dog rehabber and in wild life rescue and rehab. I also have experience in trapping and rehabbing feral dogs. I have experience in giving oral medications, subcutaneous shots, as well as a plethora of behavioral issues such as separation anxiety and obedience. I offer pick up & drop off for 10$, unless you're down the street from me or boarding your dog for an extended time - then it's free. There’s a friendly black lab x chinese shar pei (my dog) around. He absolutely loves other dogs and will be quite happy to play. While there is a cat on the property, he is mainly outdoors. If your dog doesn’t get along with felines, just let me know and I can ensure the cat stays in a dog-free area.

Reviews

Lisa V.
Doggy Day Care • Jul 15, 2025
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Kara is a wonderful dog sitter! She is very experieced and skillful as well as caring and attuned to the needs and personality of your pet. She's also very reliable and communicative. What I particularly like is that she takes my dog on wonderful hikes in the Redwoods. Luna looks so happy when I pick her up!!!

Joanna B.
Dog Boarding • Jun 05, 2025
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We cannot say enough good things about Kara and how wonderful she was with Chance. We were in a bind when the original sitter fell through one week before our son(Chance's owner) was supposed to fly home to join us on a family trip. The scramble was on to find someone we could trust. I am so glad that I came across Kara's profile. She was so kind when I explained to her our situation and assured me that Chance was in good hands; and boy was he. She took him to the dog park and swimming for the first time. She sent us photos and videos daily. And every photo, Chance had a big smile on his face! She was amazing! We will definitely be using Kara again.

Hannah Family
Doggy Day Care • Jun 02, 2025
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Kara was available on late notice and was fantastic! She provided frequent updates and pictures, and our Clea had a great time hanging out and making friends with her and her pup.

Veronica G.
Doggy Day Care • May 05, 2025
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Kara was wonderful! She was able to take care of Jake last minute, was flexible and easy to work with. Communication was great, got lots of cute photos while she cared for him, and took him on a hike which he loves. Would love to work with Kara again when I am in the area next time. Highly recommend!

About Kara L.

Communication

1 repeat pet parent
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
86% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

15 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

While I own close to an acre of un-fenced land, there is a secure deck where your dog can play and freely enter and exit the house at will. There's a daily hike for the pack and a park nearby. Our home is filled with toys, bones, and dog beds.

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Kara L. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your dog has special needs or behaviors so I can take that into account. I need to know about medications, medical conditions, allergies, resource guarding, separation anxiety, and the ability to climb trees or fences.

A typical day

We love to hike and visit the local swimming hole. Our house is filled with toys, safe chews, dog beds and blankets. There's also a dog park down the road we like to visit.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$58per night
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
$31per day
House Sitting
in your home
AWAY

Kara can host

No females in heat

Kara can watch in your home

Cats

Availability

My husband and I both work from home. At least one of us is around at all times. He grew up with dogs and has a wealth of experience as well.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Calendar last updated 5 hours ago
Kara can host up to 2 dogs per day
Doggy Day Care Cancellation Policy:

About Kara L.

Communication

1 repeat pet parent
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
86% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

15 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

While I own close to an acre of un-fenced land, there is a secure deck where your dog can play and freely enter and exit the house at will. There's a daily hike for the pack and a park nearby. Our home is filled with toys, bones, and dog beds.

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Kara L. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your dog has special needs or behaviors so I can take that into account. I need to know about medications, medical conditions, allergies, resource guarding, separation anxiety, and the ability to climb trees or fences.

A typical day

We love to hike and visit the local swimming hole. Our house is filled with toys, safe chews, dog beds and blankets. There's also a dog park down the road we like to visit.

Location

Boulder Creek, CA

Kara L.'s Neighborhood

Pets

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Kara L.

Boulder Creek, CA

5 out of 5.0 stars
7 reviews