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Kara P.

Wauconda, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
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Services

Kara can care for

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

Availability

As a veterinary student, I have classes in the morning and sometimes afternoon. This should not be a concern as I still have plenty of time to watch pets!

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Kara P.

Communication

2 repeat pet parents
68% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
50% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

7 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

I care for pets in the owners home! As a veterinary student, I am living in an apartment which is not always the appropriate place for watching certain large-sized dogs. I also have a cat of my own who is terrified of dogs!

Information Kara P. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your dog has any behavioral quirks or concerns ahead of time. I am more than happy to come over ahead of scheduling sittings to ensure that your pet is comfortable with me!

A typical day

I am avid walker and would love to take your dog on nearby trails! Additionally, I love social dogs and am happy to transport social pups to a dog park for socialization time!

Location

Wauconda, IL

Kara P.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Future Veterinarian Petsitter

Pet care experience

I am a 7 year experienced veterinary technician who has worked primarily with small animals in multiple practices across the United States. I am currently enrolled in veterinary medical school pursuing my doctorate at UIUC in their college of veterinary medicine. In addition, I am a life-long pet owner myself! I grew up with dogs in a variety of sizes, as well as cats.

Reviews

Stephanie N.
House Sitting • Oct 15, 2025
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Our dog isn’t a people person but clearly loved Kara from the very start! I would leave him with her again in a heartbeat. 💕

Joshua C.
House Sitting • Aug 24, 2025
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Extremely responsive and good with dogs that have complex medical needs!

Elisia C.
Oct 06, 2021

Kara is one of the most kindest and caring individuals I have ever met. She is insanely knowledgeable, having 5 plus years or Veterinary experience. She always goes above and beyond for the animals she watches, and treats them like her own. She is very trustworthy and reliable. I would highly recommend booking her to watch your animals.

About Kara P.

Communication

2 repeat pet parents
68% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
50% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

7 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

I care for pets in the owners home! As a veterinary student, I am living in an apartment which is not always the appropriate place for watching certain large-sized dogs. I also have a cat of my own who is terrified of dogs!

Information Kara P. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your dog has any behavioral quirks or concerns ahead of time. I am more than happy to come over ahead of scheduling sittings to ensure that your pet is comfortable with me!

A typical day

I am avid walker and would love to take your dog on nearby trails! Additionally, I love social dogs and am happy to transport social pups to a dog park for socialization time!

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Kara P.

Wauconda, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews