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Kara W.

Star Sitter

West Congress, Austin, TX

5.0 out of 5 stars
276 reviews
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Kara can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Unspayed females accepted, neutered males only

Kara can care for

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

Availability

I have a lot of love and time to give as I am basically an empty nester I am Extremely responsive amd professional as well.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Kara W.

Communication

123 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

12 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

Excellent loving kind responsive amd wonderful environment with two separated yards for playtime in a home that is safe and private Eight feet of privacy fencing Safety in the summer!!! Summer playtime : It's HOT in the summer I am VERY mindful of this ... I have a shaded front yard space We have big playtime only early am and late pm during the summer No big outside playtime. In the day just bathroom breaks in the front garden during peak heat hours No walks in heat of the day just mornings and late evenings

Home

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

Information Kara W. would like to know about your pet

I would appreciate as much information as you like to give as it is very helpful. I will read your Rover profiles for details as well. Please let me know if I can take your dog to dog parks Please inform me of any medical issues. How many walks or runs a day does your dog enjoy And lastly does your dog dog get along with other dogs and or children or Not

A typical day

I love to throw balls , frisbee or tug of war in my backyard . Walks in the neighborhood if your dog enjoys I read alot so inside home time with attention and snuggles for your pet

Location

Austin, TX

Kara W.'s Neighborhood

Kara W. has Star Sitter status

The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.

Animals Make My Loving Home Happier

Pet care experience

Hello I have been a personal caring overnight sitter for the same person who is an airline pilot for 8 years. He relocated to another state and since then I have cared for animals via word of mouth. I grew up on an organic farm in Texas where my life was all about animals. I grew up loving and respecting everything furry and animals were my first friends. We had mainly shepard dogs, cats chickens, goats, and horses as well as vegetable gardens. I have a tendency to want to adopt all animals so I care for other animals in my home instead! I do NOT work I sold an event business during covid so I semi retired at 50 and do an occasional project. I will be around your furry friend most of the day. I do not have my own pets. I lost our family dog of 12 years to cancer 3 years ago so now I love on other people’s animals . Animals are a wonderful connection in life for me . I love caring for them and giving them many snuggles and outdoor time if they love and during their time with me they are part of the family . I am a very outdoor oriented person I love getting out for exercise to stroll with them through neighborhoods and green space on leash only! Your dog will not be off leash with me if out and about. I enjoy pups sense of playfulness and curiosity, their particular quirks that make them so endearing If animals prefer to stay indoors and snuggle then I have two living areas and several couches that are comfortable to snuggle up on as well as space for their favorite bed and toys and wonderful turfed backyard with 8 foot privacy fencing and a seperate and small fenced shaded front garden with 8 feet fencing as well. In the summer we only do big play outside in early am and late pm no midday heat of the day play Just. Bathroom breaks in my shaded front yard We wait until the early morning and late night when it's cooler out to get any longer playtime in I am VERY mindful of the Texas heat and the safety of keeping them cool in the summer! About the space: I am a home owner with 8 Foot privacy fencing surrounding the property. I have two separated outdoor areas... back and front yards. Animals are free to roam the home not crated unless you require crating Or your animals prefers crating .... that is up to you. Animals bring so much Joy to my life and I am so looking forward to meeting yours! Thanks for listening, Kara

Reviews

Mercy M.
Boarding • Jul 23, 2026
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A wonderful experience from beginning to end. Annie has had negative boarding experience so it meant a lot that Annie was clearly well cared for during her stay. She looked so happy in each photo I received and came home to me at peace and in a positive mood.

Joseph P.
Boarding • Jul 11, 2026
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Kara is amazing as always. Goes above and beyond to help.

catherine f.
Boarding • Jun 29, 2026
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Wonderful! She kept me updated on Winston and he was overall so happy.

Susan W.
Boarding • May 18, 2026
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Kara does a great job with my dog, Boone. He is an anxious dog, but I know he'll be a lot less stressed with her.

About Kara W.

Communication

123 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

12 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

Excellent loving kind responsive amd wonderful environment with two separated yards for playtime in a home that is safe and private Eight feet of privacy fencing Safety in the summer!!! Summer playtime : It's HOT in the summer I am VERY mindful of this ... I have a shaded front yard space We have big playtime only early am and late pm during the summer No big outside playtime. In the day just bathroom breaks in the front garden during peak heat hours No walks in heat of the day just mornings and late evenings

Home

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

Information Kara W. would like to know about your pet

I would appreciate as much information as you like to give as it is very helpful. I will read your Rover profiles for details as well. Please let me know if I can take your dog to dog parks Please inform me of any medical issues. How many walks or runs a day does your dog enjoy And lastly does your dog dog get along with other dogs and or children or Not

A typical day

I love to throw balls , frisbee or tug of war in my backyard . Walks in the neighborhood if your dog enjoys I read alot so inside home time with attention and snuggles for your pet

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Kara W.

Star Sitter

West Congress, Austin, TX

5.0 out of 5 stars
276 reviews