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Kara M.

East Village, CA

5 out of 4.9 stars
35 reviews
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Here to give your fur baby love

Pet care experience

I've had pets (dogs and/or cats) my whole life and have even fostered dogs, helping find their forever homes. I own my own business and work by appointment only, allowing me to be home a good amount of time. I'm typically only gone a maximum of 4 to 6 hours at a time. I live in a dog-friendly condo in East Village just a 7 minutes walk to the waterfront. I'm here to provide whatever level of activity your dog needs! I have a small cavapoo of my own who will be 2 years old in June 2023. She gets along with all dogs no matter the age or size. I only care for one dog at a time so you can rest easy knowing your dog has my full attention. I always schedule meet and greets to ensure our dogs get along. However there are periodic times where I'm without my dog for 2 months at a time and your dog would be the only one with me. I can't wait to meet your fur baby!

Cat care experience

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Clean & reliable care

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

Reviews

Wade G.
Dog Boarding • Jun 14, 2024
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Incredible sitter! Shes generously accommodative and flexible with scheduling. If you live downtown, this is the sitter for you!

Shaheen R.
Doggy Day Care • Jun 13, 2024
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Kara was great! Responsive and flexible while i needed day-time coverage for my tiny poodle while i was in town for a work meeting. Central location - Great communication! Thanks Kara!

Mary E.
Doggy Day Care • Jun 08, 2024
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Excellent contact throughout and she walked out dog as a bonus!

Tom A.
Doggy Day Care • May 27, 2024
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Kara took care of my 9 year old energetic Pomeranian when we visited San Diego for 4 days. I don’t want to keep her in the hotel room for long hours if the day and based on reviews and her Rover profile I thought Kara would be a good match. Kara exceeded both my expectations and (most importantly my Pom’s) expectations. When I dropped my dog off the first day I could see the fear and question in her eyes, wondering where I was going. When I would pick her up after 8-9 hours I could barely pull her away and into my car with me. Apparently I’m no longer her favorite lol. Kara did a great job communicating and responding the entire time-have my dog her medications without hesitancy and used creativity to get her to eat her food. Definitely book Kara if you want a safe, secure, loving enviro for your pet (she also has an adorable small dog who is really friendly and gentle).

About Kara M.

Communication

15 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I'm happy to watch your dog in my pet friendly condo or at your home. I'm really flexible. Because I have a dog myself I have dog proofed my entire apartment. I have things like crates and pet gates to section off if your dog needs it. I'm happy to follow any rules that you have for your dog at home. I welcome them on the couch if that's what's allowed or I will keep them off if you want to deter that behavior.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a 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 M. would like to know about your pet

I would love to know the activity level of your dog so I can plan accordingly as well as if you're open to me taking your dog to the park or not.

A typical day

I'm open to provide whatever type of stimulation you're looking for with your dog. I live an active lifestyle and would be happy to walk around the city or even drive to a nearby park. My dog has toys she would love to share! We're huge fans of ball play if that's what your dog is into!

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$65per night
House Sitting
in your home
$69per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$25per visit
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
$50per day
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$38per walk

Kara can host

Dogs over 1 year old
Unspayed females accepted, neutered males only
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time

Kara can watch in your home

Cats

Availability

I own my own business and take clients by appointment only. I recently moved to San Diego from Seattle and am rebuilding my entire clientele leaving me with lots of availble time to spend with your fur baby. When I have clients, I'm typically only gone for 3 to 4 hours at a time. My workspace is dog friendly so if you'd prefer I bring them to my work I can accommodate that as well. I live an active life and would be happy to take your dog on as many walks as they'd like. But also happy to veg out and cuddle if that's what your dog prefers.

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About Kara M.

Communication

15 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I'm happy to watch your dog in my pet friendly condo or at your home. I'm really flexible. Because I have a dog myself I have dog proofed my entire apartment. I have things like crates and pet gates to section off if your dog needs it. I'm happy to follow any rules that you have for your dog at home. I welcome them on the couch if that's what's allowed or I will keep them off if you want to deter that behavior.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a 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 M. would like to know about your pet

I would love to know the activity level of your dog so I can plan accordingly as well as if you're open to me taking your dog to the park or not.

A typical day

I'm open to provide whatever type of stimulation you're looking for with your dog. I live an active lifestyle and would be happy to walk around the city or even drive to a nearby park. My dog has toys she would love to share! We're huge fans of ball play if that's what your dog is into!

Location

San Diego, CA

Kara M.'s Neighborhood

Pets

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Kara M.

East Village, CA

5 out of 4.9 stars
35 reviews