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Karen D.

5.0 out of 5 stars
9 repeat clients
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Karen D.

5.0 out of 5 stars
9 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $26 per visit

Highlights

Karen has Star Sitter status!
Basic background check
20 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

I love all pets , big or small ❤️

Hi my name is Karen, I have a long history of volunteering for a local dog rescue that includes taking expecting pups into my home. This allowed the expecting dog pup to safely deliver her puppies providing a safe and nurturing home. Giving them the care and love they needed before finding their forever homes. I found this rewaerding with a lot of enjoyment and satisfaction in helping animals in need. Since rescuing my own pup Sadie 5 + years ago and my rescue kitten last year I have no longer been able to take other animals into my home. I continue to help my neighbors and children with their fur babies when needed in their own homes. I enjoy staying active taking my pup Sadie and daughters energetic husky for frequent walks throughout the day when not at work. Our walks often involve a car ride to the nearest park or bike path. I would like to extend my love for dogs and cats and help others during the evenings (Monday through Friday) or anytime on the weekends or holidays to be sure your pet too can get out to enjoy. I have additional pet insurance as a precaution

Qualifications

9 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

At this time I can not do pet care in my home, I have a 12 year old who in her older age has become reactive to other animals

Ratings and reviews

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23 ratings
Hannah C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • May 18, 2026

Karen was very communicative with us while taking care of our cat and was very sweet and loving to him. Thank you Karen!

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Marjorie O.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jan 20, 2026

Great care and communication as always. My energetic dogs were well loved and looked after. Thank you!

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Dar K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Dec 22, 2025

Karen was wonderful in caring for my pup. Excellent communication and care with feeding, walking and playing with Kismet. I’d highly recommend. Thank you so much!

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Vicki H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Dec 01, 2025

Prompt, courteous, & very sweet with all my animals!!!

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Kelsie H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Oct 25, 2025

Karen is great with my dogs and cats, and they adore her! They are all happy campers when I get home. Thank you so much!

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Marjorie O.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Oct 01, 2025

We needed to go away for the day a week after getting a new rescue dog. Karen was a life-saver! She came to our home every 4 hours to care for our pups, sent pictures, and left detailed notes in the app. There were NO potty accidents, and our dogs were well cared for. Karen has great instincts and obviously loves dogs. I would highly reccomend her!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I work full time but have plenty of time to walk, or do a drop in for your pets. Weekends are normally always open for anytime

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Karen can host up to 3 drop-ins per day
Let me know if there are any special needs your pets will need. I will do my best to accommodate all their needs. Love all big and small
Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.