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Karen C.

Lake Orion, MI

5.0 out of 5 stars
30 reviews
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Services

Karen can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time

Karen can care for

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

Availability

I work from home, so that gives me flexibility to make visits and be home all day with any pets that were to stay with me in my home. I have 2 high school kids who LOVE animals. We are the type of people who share pet videos and memes all the time & say hi to other dogs on walks. Our family dog of 11.5 years passed last year so we have dog beds, food/water bowls, gates, toys, leashes, & crate if needed.

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About Karen C.

Communication

4 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a fenced in yard with a privacy fence, crate, beds, toys, leashes, food & water bowls, baby gate, and even a dog pool. I only board 1 family at a time & require meet and greets to ensure we are a good fit for each other.

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 2-4 hours

Information Karen C. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your dog has anxiety, skittish about certain sounds, movements, or particular things that may upset them. My goal is to make your dog as comfortable as possible.

A typical day

I walk a daily route that goes through a park and has a creek with ducks swimming. There are so many things to see and smell. I also have a dog puzzle and toys to stimulate a dog’s mind. Playing fetch and just hanging out are some things we can do together.

Location

Lake Orion, MI

Karen C.'s Neighborhood

I Got You!

Pet care experience

I have been around dogs & cats since I was a kid and owned cats and dogs since college. I have not lived without an animal in my life until recently. Our senior dog crossed the rainbow. I help my neighbors with their pets, I have fostered Guinea pigs & owned hamsters, toads, & fish. I am an online teacher and work from home, so I have flexibility to care for furry friends. I would love to see a happy dog greet me at the door, go on walks with, play fetch, & snuggle with.

Reviews

Madison S.
Boarding • Aug 14, 2026
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Karen took such great care of our boy Wallace for 10 days and I frankly can't wait to bring him back in the future! Her yard has a full privacy fence and it lush and massive, perfect for dogs who love being outside. It's clear from her pictures that Wallace had his own great vacation and felt at home with her and her kids home from college. She took care of him like her own by adding area rugs to make him feel more confident on the wood floor, by adjusting his eating situation to make him comfortable, and by being so kind as to let him hog her bed :) would not hesitate to recommend Karen! Thank you for making our time away from him worry free!

Kelsey D.
Boarding • Jul 14, 2026
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Karen was great with our two boys! Super responsive and sent us lots of good updates. We felt very comfortable leaving our dogs in her capable hands and they had a great time.

Laura W.
Doggy Day Care • Jul 12, 2026
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Karen was so kind and patient with our newly adopted baby. 10 out of 10 ❤️

Abby E.
Boarding • Jul 02, 2026
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Karen is the best! She seems to always be there when we need her and our pups just love going to her home for a visit!

About Karen C.

Communication

4 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a fenced in yard with a privacy fence, crate, beds, toys, leashes, food & water bowls, baby gate, and even a dog pool. I only board 1 family at a time & require meet and greets to ensure we are a good fit for each other.

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 2-4 hours

Information Karen C. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your dog has anxiety, skittish about certain sounds, movements, or particular things that may upset them. My goal is to make your dog as comfortable as possible.

A typical day

I walk a daily route that goes through a park and has a creek with ducks swimming. There are so many things to see and smell. I also have a dog puzzle and toys to stimulate a dog’s mind. Playing fetch and just hanging out are some things we can do together.

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Karen C.

Lake Orion, MI

5.0 out of 5 stars
30 reviews