Karen H.
Gaskill, CA
Quiet house with a sunny yard!
Pet care experience
As a pet parent, I have experienced firsthand the drastic difference between boarding in a home versus a kennel for the health and well-being of my dog. Also, with the next dog flu always around the corner, boarding in a home is safer and all-around less stressful for the dog and owner. I’m happy to be able to open my home to take dedicated, individual care of one family's dogs at a time. I can’t wait to meet your pup!
Reviews
Karen is a lovely human and a dedicated dog lover. We adopted a hound last July and she has had a few challenges, so we looked for a boarding option that would be a positive experience for our dog while also providing enough supervision and calm attentive care so she would feel comfortable. Our pup has become very attached to me because of the many times she was abandoned, so it really took a special touch to help her feel safe right away. Karen’s dog Ginsburg became her pal, and they spent hours basking in the sun on the deck in the backyard. When our pup came home after staying with Karen she was happy and calm, with no added nervousness or reactivity after the change. From our first meeting when Karen and Ginsburg met us for a walk Karen was also a wonderful resource, sharing helpful ideas after listening closely to our specific challenges with our sweet sensitive hound. After our first meeting I asked if we could meet a second time and Karen suggested we meet at her house so I could see how Rosie behaved in her home. This was such a helpful step, and helped me feel comfortable boarding her at Karen’s house. If you want a household of dog lovers who truly care about your dog’s well being and healthy development, then this is the place for you!
Karen did a wonderful job taking care of my large dog during a long weekend. When I did an initial meet and greet with Karen and my energetic and somewhat excitable dog, her calm demeanor and knowledge of dogs put me at ease. During my pup's stay with Karen, he enjoyed a long hike through a beautiful park and rolled around in the grass in her enclosed backyard. Karen even got my dog used to a new, gentler harness. From what I could tell, my dog had a great time with Karen!
My pup had such a good time with Karen and her family :) I was given daily updates / photos, and could tell she was comfortable and at ease with them. Would definitely recommend Karen !!!
Karen watched my girl Kodi for 40 days. It was my longest trip away from her and one I was pretty nervous about since I would be overseas. Kodi is 11 and has multiple medications/supplements to take. Karen ensured she had all the information needed to care for Kodi for an extended period of time and was so great about sending photos regularly throughout my trip! Kodi seemed to be having such a great time with her! I’m so grateful for Karen and the peace of mind she was able to give me while I was away.
About Karen H.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I'll follow your care routine for your pet. I have an elderly staffie mix who has been socialized with dogs of all sizes. I walk him daily for 1-3 miles and feed him at 6 pm. He is a calming presence for guest dogs and is a role model for good behavior at home.
Home
Information Karen H. would like to know about your pet
Please be upfront about any behavioral challenges you have with your dog. I can work with a more challenging pet, but I would like to know beforehand.
A typical day
Ginsburg often spends the morning sunbathing on the back deck. I’ll give him a greenie, let him hunt for cheese cubes in the grass, or play tug with him. We do a neighborhood walk around 3 PM and at least once a week he gets off-leash time at a local park, Albany Bulb, Pt Isabel, Tilden, Sibley, or Redwood Regional.
Services
Karen can host
Availability
I work from home, so your pet will have companionship throughout the day. My typical work hours are 9-4, but I take breaks to play with my dog often.
About Karen H.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I'll follow your care routine for your pet. I have an elderly staffie mix who has been socialized with dogs of all sizes. I walk him daily for 1-3 miles and feed him at 6 pm. He is a calming presence for guest dogs and is a role model for good behavior at home.
Home
Information Karen H. would like to know about your pet
Please be upfront about any behavioral challenges you have with your dog. I can work with a more challenging pet, but I would like to know beforehand.
A typical day
Ginsburg often spends the morning sunbathing on the back deck. I’ll give him a greenie, let him hunt for cheese cubes in the grass, or play tug with him. We do a neighborhood walk around 3 PM and at least once a week he gets off-leash time at a local park, Albany Bulb, Pt Isabel, Tilden, Sibley, or Redwood Regional.
Location
Oakland, CA
Pets
Karen H.
Gaskill, CA