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Karen H.

Ottawa, ON

5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
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These prices are for 1 dog, including a booking fee of 11%.

Services

Karen can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat

Availability

I am currently at home, and not working so have plenty of time to spend cuddling and caring for your dogs. Unfortunately, cats are not an option for us due to allergies.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Karen H.

Communication

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

Skills

60 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a fenced yard and two lower energy small dogs to keep yours company. I would want to know that your dogs are up to date on vaccines for the health and safety of my own.

Home

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

Information Karen H. would like to know about your pet

Would like to know that they are up to date with shots. And any food sensitivities. Any phobias, or fears. Things that they really enjoy, treats, belly rubs...

A typical day

would love to go on walks and explore the new smells in the parks that's close to my house. I also have a yard to run around in that is fenced.

Location

Ottawa, ON

Karen H.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Pets are our family!

Pet care experience

I grew up with cats, have had many small animals and birds, then got our first dog about 35 years ago, Have had one or two at a time since! I am also certified in people and pet reiki. We also have a budgie.

Reviews

Crista J.
Boarding • Aug 07, 2026
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Buggles had a great stay with Karen and her husband. He stayed with them for two weeks and came home happy. Karen was very responsive during his stay and also sent some very nice updates and photos. We felt great knowing he was getting lots of love while we were away. We highly recommend Karen and look forward to future stays.

Akhila P.
Boarding • Jul 06, 2026
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Karen took great care of my dog when we were away !She sent me updates regularly and sent me pics everyday.I am so glad to that I found her through Rover..Chocolate had great time with her dogs as well..She can’t wait to meet her again soon!Thank you very much Karen!

Karen G.
Doggy Day Care • Jun 17, 2026
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Karen was amazing with my 2 little nervous rescue pups. They are usually anxious in new places but they fit right in at Karen's and didn't show any signs of anxiety. They didn't even really react when I left. They had a fun day playing with Karen's dogs both in the house and in the lovely back yard. They come home relaxed and tired - a sure sign of a good day! Thanks so much Karen for your sensitivity and calm approach with Molly and Ruby... they'll be back for sure!

Lisa C.
May 08, 2026

Karen is a warm, caring, and responsible pet sitter. She took wonderful care of my dog, Layla, and treated her like her own. It gave me such peace of mind knowing Layla was in such loving and capable hands. I highly recommend Karen to anyone looking for a trustworthy and compassionate pet sitter!

About Karen H.

Communication

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

Skills

60 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a fenced yard and two lower energy small dogs to keep yours company. I would want to know that your dogs are up to date on vaccines for the health and safety of my own.

Home

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

Information Karen H. would like to know about your pet

Would like to know that they are up to date with shots. And any food sensitivities. Any phobias, or fears. Things that they really enjoy, treats, belly rubs...

A typical day

would love to go on walks and explore the new smells in the parks that's close to my house. I also have a yard to run around in that is fenced.

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Karen H.

Ottawa, ON

5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews