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Kara S.

Hazlet, NJ

5.0 out of 5 stars
•3 reviews
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Fenced in yard! Play time! Loving!

Pet care experience

I am the proud owner of 4 year old Golden Retriever mix named Bear. We recently said farewell to Dante after 13 years, giving me plenty of experience with elder dog care and administering medication. I also fostered a Chocolate Lab, Snickers, from Oct. 2012 - August 2014 whose family lost their home from Hurricane Sandy. In the past I have cared for my family's pets which consisted of 2 Maltese/Bichon dogs, large gold fish and salt water fish of varying kinds, so if you have other little friends like these in your home, I don't mind caring for them as well. Pets are family members, and I value the importance of that. I will love and care for your dogs as if they were my own, whether in your house or mine. I hope you'll trust when meeting me and introducing me to your family member(s) that you will see my open heart and know that they will be cared and loved in the time I'd be with them. I get down on their level and love to play, get them their exercise and meals on time. Please reach out with any questions and I look forward to meeting you and your pet(s).

Reviews

Mary Jo K.
House Sitting • Jul 20, 2014
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Kara took great care of our three little dachshunds while we were away. I knew at our meet and greet that Kara was a perfect fit for the family and would provide loving and attentive care for our little dogs. I felt relaxed and confident they were in the best hands the whole time I was away. She sent quick texts and pictures every day. It was clear to see that my "babies" were quite content and very well cared for. I will call her again for sure!

John B.
Dog Boarding • Feb 20, 2014
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Last weekend, Kara dog sat for my 3-year old Shih-Tzu, Bandit. This was our first time using an online site for a sitter, and we could not have been happier with the care and attention that Kara provided. Not only did she send picture message updates periodically, but she allowed Bandit free reign of her house (which included sleeping in her bed)! She responded within minutes of my online request, and was able to accommodate Bandit for 2 nights on short notice. Kara has 2 large dogs, and although Bandit was a bit nervous at first, they got along beautifully (I have the pictures to prove it)! I would definitely recommend Kara and would absolutely use her the next time we go away.

Chris C.
Jan 12, 2014

Hello all. My name is Chris. My family and I lost our home to Hurricane Sandy. Our chocolate Labrador (Snickers) has been in Karas foster care since late 2012. Kara has a big beautiful home and a black Labrador of her own (Dante). I am very happy with the care she provides. Our two dogs together make great companions. Kara is very proactive with keeping in touch with me about how Snickers is doing. Happy pictures of the pups help me feel secure that my best friend is well looked after. If you need assistance with a loving pet of your own don't hesitate. You will not be disappointed with Kara.

About Kara S.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates

Skills

25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Kara S. would like to know about your pet

Does your dog(s) get along with other dogs? Are they house broken? Are they neutered? Is there any history of aggressive behavior? Are there any special health concerns/needs of the dog(s)? I love all breeds and am willing to care for within my home as long as your dog(s) have a positive reputation and experience with other dogs.

A typical day

Here's where we'll take our walks I will take your dog(s) around my neighborhood, which is anywhere from a half-mile to a mile walk, and the dog(s) will have more free time out in the yard when weather is permitting. Your dog's sleeping arrangement In the home, either in the bedroom with us or where they choose within the home, or where you prefer. I have no objections to on the couch or on any of the dog beds currently in the home or provided by the dogs owner. I also have 2 large crates in which the dogs can spend the night in if necessary or can put safety gates to restrict them to one room if needed/preferred by owner. Direction expected from the owner on what the dog is accustomed to. Time I'll spend with your dog I plan to spend 6+ hours on weekends. During the week I do work, so I would be available in the morning prior to work, and upon return from work in the evening, unless I can schedule to work from home which would then be majority of the day.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
AWAY
House Sitting
in your home
AWAY
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
AWAY
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
AWAY
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
AWAY

Kara can host

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

About Kara S.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates

Skills

25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Kara S. would like to know about your pet

Does your dog(s) get along with other dogs? Are they house broken? Are they neutered? Is there any history of aggressive behavior? Are there any special health concerns/needs of the dog(s)? I love all breeds and am willing to care for within my home as long as your dog(s) have a positive reputation and experience with other dogs.

A typical day

Here's where we'll take our walks I will take your dog(s) around my neighborhood, which is anywhere from a half-mile to a mile walk, and the dog(s) will have more free time out in the yard when weather is permitting. Your dog's sleeping arrangement In the home, either in the bedroom with us or where they choose within the home, or where you prefer. I have no objections to on the couch or on any of the dog beds currently in the home or provided by the dogs owner. I also have 2 large crates in which the dogs can spend the night in if necessary or can put safety gates to restrict them to one room if needed/preferred by owner. Direction expected from the owner on what the dog is accustomed to. Time I'll spend with your dog I plan to spend 6+ hours on weekends. During the week I do work, so I would be available in the morning prior to work, and upon return from work in the evening, unless I can schedule to work from home which would then be majority of the day.

Location

Hazlet, NJ

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Kara S.

Hazlet, NJ

5.0 out of 5 stars
•3 reviews