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Kara P.

Highland Park, NJ

5.0 out of 5 stars
23 reviews
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Lover of Pets & Former Vet Tech

Pet care experience

I grew up with pets (dogs and cats) and have over eight years of professional experience working with dogs and cats (some exotic pet experience also) in the veterinary field (animal handling (using only Fear Free & low stress methods), administering medications, pet parent education, etc). I am currently a full-time student, so my availability is limited - but, if I can help you, I will! In August of 2020, I lost my Soul Pup, Polar (the sweetest pittie), to kidney disease. In June of 2022, I unexpectedly and very rapidly lost my best buddy of 11 years, Ralph, to hemangiosarcoma. My heart cannot consider another dog of my own at this time, but I would love to walk yours. (** I am a big fan of pitties and bully breeds.)

Reviews

Elaine C.
Dog Boarding • Aug 04, 2023
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Kara took amazing care of Gunther and was very clearly passionate and knowledgeable about pets. She kept me posted with updates and it felt like Gunther had a better time than I did!

Stephanie S.
Drop-In Visits • Dec 26, 2022
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Kara is absolutely amazing ? ? She took such good care of my special needs kitty cat and she took two trips over to go over care, get keys, etc. I felt so at ease with her taking care of him ❤️

Hany C.
Doggy Day Care • Nov 30, 2022
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Kara did an amazing job taking care of my dog Benji for a week. She really went above and beyond to take care of him since he has medical issues. Thank you so much Kara , you are the best sitters I have met .

Taylor A.
Dog Boarding • Sep 10, 2022
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Kara was so great with our Callie. She sent me pictures and updates all throughout the weekend. She even took her for a 3+ mile hike on both days she was with her !! I felt completely safe leaving our pup with Kara and would recommend her to anyone.

About Kara P.

Communication

2 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

8 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

I have ample dog walking and handling experience, including anxious, nervous dogs and special needs dogs. Additionally, my own dog (Ralph), suffered from very serious separation anxiety for the last ~2.5 years of his life. He was treated through Penn Vet's Behavior Department. I will always be your dog’s advocate and will NEVER put them in an unsafe situation. Your dog will only be treated with compassion and understanding. We ask a lot of our dogs and often don't consider how it impacts them, or maybe how we can do things better. I do have a large yard, but it is not fenced - if they were to be in my yard, it would be on leash and supervised only. If your dog is on oral or injectable medications, I can administer those as well.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Kara P. would like to know about your pet

I would love to meet the dog and the people who care for them prior - this would allow for us to verify that I am the right person to help care for your pet. I would also need to know of any special considerations and/or needs in which your pet may have (e.g.: animal/dog reactivity, if they are afraid of anything, if there are any areas to avoid in your neighborhood), any triggers, medical ailments, vaccination status, where your pet goes for veterinary care and if they are currently taking any medications and/or have any dietary restrictions.

A typical day

I live in a town with two parks and a nature preserve - all are very accessible from my home and I love to walk - I miss walking with my dogs very much. Providing mental and physical enrichment is so crucial for dogs, as it helps ease anxiety they may be experiencing and allow them to use their brain to problem solve. I do not subscribe to the philosophy that a “tired dog is a good dog”, I think a dog who has their mental and physical needs met is a happy and well-rounded dog. All dogs are “good” dogs. :)

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$50per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$25per visit
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
$45per day
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$25per walk

Kara can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time

Kara can watch in your home

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

Availability

I am currently a full-time student, so my availability is limited - but, if I can help you, I will! When I am not in class or clinical, I am generally home and can provide a safe environment for your dog.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Calendar last updated 10 months ago
Kara can host up to 1 pets per night
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Kara P.

Communication

2 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

8 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

I have ample dog walking and handling experience, including anxious, nervous dogs and special needs dogs. Additionally, my own dog (Ralph), suffered from very serious separation anxiety for the last ~2.5 years of his life. He was treated through Penn Vet's Behavior Department. I will always be your dog’s advocate and will NEVER put them in an unsafe situation. Your dog will only be treated with compassion and understanding. We ask a lot of our dogs and often don't consider how it impacts them, or maybe how we can do things better. I do have a large yard, but it is not fenced - if they were to be in my yard, it would be on leash and supervised only. If your dog is on oral or injectable medications, I can administer those as well.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Kara P. would like to know about your pet

I would love to meet the dog and the people who care for them prior - this would allow for us to verify that I am the right person to help care for your pet. I would also need to know of any special considerations and/or needs in which your pet may have (e.g.: animal/dog reactivity, if they are afraid of anything, if there are any areas to avoid in your neighborhood), any triggers, medical ailments, vaccination status, where your pet goes for veterinary care and if they are currently taking any medications and/or have any dietary restrictions.

A typical day

I live in a town with two parks and a nature preserve - all are very accessible from my home and I love to walk - I miss walking with my dogs very much. Providing mental and physical enrichment is so crucial for dogs, as it helps ease anxiety they may be experiencing and allow them to use their brain to problem solve. I do not subscribe to the philosophy that a “tired dog is a good dog”, I think a dog who has their mental and physical needs met is a happy and well-rounded dog. All dogs are “good” dogs. :)

Location

Highland Park, NJ

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Kara P.

Highland Park, NJ

5.0 out of 5 stars
23 reviews