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Karen A.

Ontario, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•7 reviews
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WARNING!!! I Am Crazy For Dogs!

Pet care experience

I am a single woman residing in Ontario, CA. I am retired, but work part-time as a Sales Associate at Bath and Body Works. I have two married daughters and one grandson. In addition I have three granddogs (two Mastiffs and one Blue Nose Pit) and one grandpig :0) In fact, the bigger the dog the better! I have cared for cats and dogs and other various critters all my life. I also worked on a ranch for two and a-half years as a groom and also exercised the horses. I love, love, love animals and even the site of a furry friend makes my heart sing. Unfortunately at this time I cannot have a furry friend where I live, so I would love to "get my fix" by loving on babes that need to stay home while their parents are away. Having previously worked for a Veterinarian, I am comfortable administering medications and following special diets. I genuinely believe animals are a gift. I love, love, love animals! My sincere affection is what makes me a perfect candidate for your fur baby. Additionally, I worked as a Veterinarian Technician for two and a-half years in San Diego. Why I love dog sitting My sister and I were blessed with our first dog when I was four and she eight. My father surprised us with a big black puff-ball, a three month old Poodle, named Madame Muchel Muche' - Munch for short :-) Munch became my best friend until she lost her battle with cancer at age 13. I had dogs all my life after that, as well as cats, turtles, horses, and Bearded Dragons, up until 10 years ago when I only had a cat. But since then I have had the pleasure of loving on my "granddogs," two Mastiffs, their brother, a Blue Nose Pit Bull. I jump at the chance to cuddle and spoil them. My experience administering medication I am very comfortable administering medication. My granddogs have many times needed special attention and then I also worked for a Veterinarian for two and a-half years as a Technician.

Reviews

Kathleen T.
Dog Walking • Feb 23, 2016
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This is the first time we have ever thought of having someone take care of our pups while we were away, other than family or friends. As you can imagine, that is a big thing. Karen came by to meet with us and we knew instantly she was perfect. She was wonderful with the pups while we were away. She made sure we knew the pups were taken care of and even sent us pictures. We enjoyed our time away more knowing they were in good hands. One of our pups gets very anxious when we are away and is usually out of control when we return but this time she was so relaxed and happy. We look forward to using Karen again.

John and Jackie S.
House Sitting • Feb 19, 2016
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Karen was terrific! She was punctual, she interacted well with my German Shepherd (he loved her), she kept us informed with how her stay was going, she gave my dog lots of walks and TLC, when we returned our home looked as clean and tidy as when we left...we love her and will use her again! The Spencers

Julie S.
Aug 13, 2015

Karen is the person I trust most with my four-legged baby girl, Maggie, a 60lb pit bull. I know Maggie will receive Karen's full attention while I'm gone and more love and snuggles than even I give her! Her priority is caring for the dogs in a gentle, loving manner while respecting the owners guidelines and house rules (in our house sleeping on the bed is ok so they enjoy nightly cuddles!). Full disclosure, she is my mom - but she is also the biggest dog lover I know. Your dog or cat will be in the very best hands when you leave them with her.

JOHN B.
House Sitting • Jun 26, 2015
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LEFT SPARKLE FOR A WEEK FOR THE FIRST TIME. KAREN REPLACED ME WITH LOVE AND AFFECTION AND WALKS AND TREATS AND TOYS. SPARKLE IS SENDING MESSAGES THAT HE WANTS KAREN BACK AND IS WILLING TO TRADE ME IN!!!! ACTUALLY, COULD NOT HAVE ASKED FOR A BETTER EXPERIENCE. THANK YOU FOR PROVIDING ME WITH SUCH A GREAT PET SITTER.

About Karen A.

Communication

2 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
50% bookings with photo updates

Skills

50 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Information Karen A. would like to know about your pet

My motto is "The bigger the better." That said, I love all breeds, large or small. I feel it is extremely important to acknowledge the boundaries the parent's have set for their dog. Some dogs are happy just knowing you are in the house and are content sleeping on their "place" or in their crate. Other dogs like being right up in your face, nose-to-nose.

A typical day

Time I'll spend with your dog I plan on spending as much time as I can with your dog. I work part-time at Bath and Body Works, one to two days a week, and my shifts are usually four hours each. Other than that I will be at your dog's beck and bark ;0) Extra house-sitting services I will be happy to tend to your home while you are away. You will return to a home just the way you left it, or maybe even better! Whenever I sit a dog I find puttering around is therapeutic. You will not even know I was there. A place for everything and everything in their place.

Services

House Sitting
in your home
AWAY

Karen can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old

About Karen A.

Communication

2 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
50% bookings with photo updates

Skills

50 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Information Karen A. would like to know about your pet

My motto is "The bigger the better." That said, I love all breeds, large or small. I feel it is extremely important to acknowledge the boundaries the parent's have set for their dog. Some dogs are happy just knowing you are in the house and are content sleeping on their "place" or in their crate. Other dogs like being right up in your face, nose-to-nose.

A typical day

Time I'll spend with your dog I plan on spending as much time as I can with your dog. I work part-time at Bath and Body Works, one to two days a week, and my shifts are usually four hours each. Other than that I will be at your dog's beck and bark ;0) Extra house-sitting services I will be happy to tend to your home while you are away. You will return to a home just the way you left it, or maybe even better! Whenever I sit a dog I find puttering around is therapeutic. You will not even know I was there. A place for everything and everything in their place.

Location

Ontario, CA

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Karen A.

Ontario, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•7 reviews