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Kara L.

henrico, VA

4.9 out of 5 stars
17 reviews
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Services

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.

Kara can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
No females in heat

Kara can care for

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

I take online classes. I am free all weekdays and weekends. I do work some mornings during the weekend so let me know and i’ll clear my schedule for your pet!

About Kara L.

Communication

6 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

4 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

If your pet is staying at my house, I’ll be sure to provide the proper care. Reach out to me and we can talk about your specific pets/species. If you have a dog he/she is more than welcome to sleep in my bed and I will provide walks in the morning and night. A meet and greet is required since I have a dog. My dog gets along with anyone but I’d like to see if they’ll be a good match. My family’s always home and your dog will never be alone. As for daily check ins, I’ll check on your pet at home and provide the proper care, including walks. If i’m staying at your house, I’m respectful to other people’s property. I understand what it’s like being away from your pet and I won’t shy away if you have cameras in your home.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has caged pets
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture

Information Kara L. would like to know about your pet

If you’re boarding at my house, a meet and greet is required since I have a dog and rabbits. I can work with aggressive animals, however I would feel more comfortable going to your house so your pet is still comfortable in the environment.

A typical day

It depends on the specific pet. I love to go on walks/runs with dogs and I love to play tag, tug of war, and fetch with dogs. Any animal is welcome on my lap if they just want to relax.

Location

henrico, VA

Kara L.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Your pets vacation!

Pet care experience

I’m a certified veterinary assistant and I currently work as a kennel attendant and pet care employee. I take classes at Reynolds community college and in high school, i was apart of the veterinarian science center. I have experience with all animals including cats, dogs, reptiles, rodents, ferrets, and amphibians. I foster animals and I take pride in what I do. I’m determined to break the stereotype that teens aren’t good workers. I’m not squeamish about poop, vomit, or bugs if you have a reptile in need of a snack! I currently have pets of my own including a bearded dragon, a dog, two rabbits, a hamster, hermit crabs and fish. If you have a dog who pulls on a leash, no need to worry I’m strong, and learned the proper techniques. If you have a cat or dog with separation anxiety, don’t worry. Any animal is welcome to sleep on my bed. Please ask any questions about your specific pets and I’ll be sure to get back to you.

Cat care experience

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I’m purrfect for cats

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

Reviews

Jalen T.
House Sitting • Feb 11, 2026
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Kara was phenomenal with my dog who has bad anxiety. She was very patient with him and took care of him like he was her own. Highly recommend her service!!

Laurie M.
House Sitting • Jan 25, 2026
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Kara is wonderful! She stays in touch and sends plenty of photos. My pup seems to love her, and she leaves my house in great shape!

Laurie M.
House Sitting • Dec 17, 2025
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Kara took care of our dog and cat during our housesitting booking. She was amazing! She was so sweet and attentive to our quirky girls. Kara is very responsible and responsive, and we loved her daily photo updates! It was so reassuring knowing our girls were in great hands!

Samantha W.
House Sitting • Oct 07, 2025
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Kara did a great job taking care of my kitties during our housesitting booking. She was able to administer the medicine for both cats easy enough, handle their unique feeding instructions, and kept me updated with photos!

About Kara L.

Communication

6 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

4 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

If your pet is staying at my house, I’ll be sure to provide the proper care. Reach out to me and we can talk about your specific pets/species. If you have a dog he/she is more than welcome to sleep in my bed and I will provide walks in the morning and night. A meet and greet is required since I have a dog. My dog gets along with anyone but I’d like to see if they’ll be a good match. My family’s always home and your dog will never be alone. As for daily check ins, I’ll check on your pet at home and provide the proper care, including walks. If i’m staying at your house, I’m respectful to other people’s property. I understand what it’s like being away from your pet and I won’t shy away if you have cameras in your home.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has caged pets
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture

Information Kara L. would like to know about your pet

If you’re boarding at my house, a meet and greet is required since I have a dog and rabbits. I can work with aggressive animals, however I would feel more comfortable going to your house so your pet is still comfortable in the environment.

A typical day

It depends on the specific pet. I love to go on walks/runs with dogs and I love to play tag, tug of war, and fetch with dogs. Any animal is welcome on my lap if they just want to relax.

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Kara L.

henrico, VA

4.9 out of 5 stars
17 reviews