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Karen C.

Rancho Penasquitos, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
22 reviews
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Dog and cat lover 🥰

Pet care experience

My family and I have raised and shown dogs professionally for over 11 years. I have extensive experience with dog training and animal overall health. I have worked and volunteered with local dog groups, FFA, 4H, and several AKC breeder groups. I was the owner of a Hall of Fame Australian Shepherd kennel and Breeder of Merit with AKC. I am available for early mornings, mid-day, and evenings/weekends. I am available for the holidays as well! Need help for holiday travel or stuck at work with a new puppy, I’m here to help! I understand how difficult it is to trust someone with your beloved pet/family member. I too have a hard time leaving my 2 dogs with others. I will provide loving care, ensure they are safe and secure, and provide a sense or normal routine while owners are away. I am a very clean/neat person and know the importance of keeping things clean and healthy for your pet as well. Weekend/Holiday weekend fees are higher (Friday, Saturday, Sunday). Please note, Rover charges a service fee per booking that is deducted from the pay I receive.

Reviews

Lee D.
House Sitting • Nov 02, 2022
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Above and beyond!! Treated our dog like her own, and was incredibly caring and responsive. Would recommend Karen to anyone looking for a great sitter for their pup!!

Maggie S.
House Sitting • Aug 29, 2022
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Karen took great care of our dogs and home! Our dogs were very happy and content when we came home. Karen communicated well and was extremely nice! We received photos and updates often. I definitely recommend Karen and would use her again.

Lori I.
House Sitting • Jul 18, 2022
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Karen we are so thankful for you and how great you take care of our Tater Tot!!

Lori I.
House Sitting • Jun 01, 2022
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Karen was so wonderful. Always checking in and sending me pictures. Giving me reassurance that my boy was doing great. She left the house even cleaner than when we left. I can’t wait to hire her again!!

About Karen C.

Communication

7 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under 12 hours
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

20 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

Safety is my #1 priority! A lost pet is a scared pet and even worse when an owner is out of town! I close gates and check for proper closure, open front doors slowly and prepared for a pet possible “great escape” plan, I also double check locked doors and check backyard fences for loose boards or holes. You would be surprised how a pet missing his/her owner will seize any opportunity to try to find “mom or dad” I do everything in my power to ensure the pet feels secure and comfortable, it comes as second nature, due to my pet experience. Lights on at night, tv on for noise, maybe a special blanket in a familiar place, even allowing your pet in bed or on the couch for tummy rubs. Everything I do is to ensure their safety and comfort while you are away.

Information Karen C. would like to know about your pet

Please be sure to be open and honest about you dog. I will need to know allergies, medical conditions, any special fears, anxieties, physically limitations, and especially their tolerance of other animals and/or men and women. This helps me keep them happy and well behaved for walks and/or home visits. It’s also important to have a list of emergency phone numbers just incase!

A typical day

A busy dog is a happy dog! I enjoy being outside and chances are your furry friend does as well! The North county area has plenty of great dog friendly spaces, or a nice walk in your local neighborhood. Playing with toys and teaching commands and giving treats engages your dogs mind and creates fun ways to keep them busy!

Services

House Sitting
in your home
$138per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$50per visit
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$65per walk

Karen can watch in your home

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

Availability

I have changed my schedule back to remote work! Yay! So my repeat clients will be happy! Please note, I will need to be away from the home between 4-6 hours depending on my remote schedule. So if you book a pet sitting service please know, if I need to stay present in the home the entire time, there is an additional fee. We can chat more if you have questions! I also enjoy being very active and spending time outdoors with your pets or my own. Please note pet sitting in the home is an overnight rate (5+hours) extended day time hours will have an additional charge. Just like yourself, my time is valuable and I want to be sure to give your best the very best care and full attention.

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About Karen C.

Communication

7 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under 12 hours
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

20 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

Safety is my #1 priority! A lost pet is a scared pet and even worse when an owner is out of town! I close gates and check for proper closure, open front doors slowly and prepared for a pet possible “great escape” plan, I also double check locked doors and check backyard fences for loose boards or holes. You would be surprised how a pet missing his/her owner will seize any opportunity to try to find “mom or dad” I do everything in my power to ensure the pet feels secure and comfortable, it comes as second nature, due to my pet experience. Lights on at night, tv on for noise, maybe a special blanket in a familiar place, even allowing your pet in bed or on the couch for tummy rubs. Everything I do is to ensure their safety and comfort while you are away.

Information Karen C. would like to know about your pet

Please be sure to be open and honest about you dog. I will need to know allergies, medical conditions, any special fears, anxieties, physically limitations, and especially their tolerance of other animals and/or men and women. This helps me keep them happy and well behaved for walks and/or home visits. It’s also important to have a list of emergency phone numbers just incase!

A typical day

A busy dog is a happy dog! I enjoy being outside and chances are your furry friend does as well! The North county area has plenty of great dog friendly spaces, or a nice walk in your local neighborhood. Playing with toys and teaching commands and giving treats engages your dogs mind and creates fun ways to keep them busy!

Location

San Diego, CA

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Karen C.

Rancho Penasquitos, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
22 reviews