Karen J.
Jamaica Plain, MA
Your dog will be welcome in our pack !
Pet care experience
I have four older dogs, 2 beagles , a coonhound, and a terrier/chi. I have a large fenced in yard and I also walk the dogs daily with help from my son. I have always lived with dogs and have worked with a trainer as well as working in a vet"s office.
Reviews
Great stay for Toby, as always.
Thanks for the great stay!
Karen and her family took excellent care of Toby. She kept in touch with me throughout the week, and sent me several pictures. Toby looked like he had a grand time sniffing around the yard with the other dogs. We will definitely be booking a stay with Karen the next time we're traveling.
Karen was absolutely great. Brutus seemed to have enjoyed his stay. I would definitely recommend booking with her.
About Karen J.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
Why I love dog sitting I have been a dog lover all my life, stating when I was a child about 38 year ago. I have had all types of dogs, ranging from mixes to pure bred's. I have always had rescue animals for my pets, and have worked ith a trainer in the past to learn new techniques with my dogs.
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Information Karen J. would like to know about your pet
I have no breed preferences, but I would like to know normal things such as size, temperament, and whether they have had dog/people aggression in the past or present. Other than the obvious I love a wide variety of dogs and would love to sit any that need it.
A typical day
Here's where we'll take our walks The morning and afternoon walks are usually done in and around my neighborhood, but at night I take the dogs to the Arnold Arboretum in Roslindale/Jamaica Plain where I let the dogs who I know will stay with me off leash. The part I go to is a dog park where I know most of the regulars, and I never have any problems with letting my dogs and others run around and play. I am very lucky to live so close to such a wonderful place to walk dogs! Your dog's sleeping arrangement The dog will sleep in the main part of the house, either on the couch or on the dog beds. Time I'll spend with your dog I usually do 2-4 walks per day, but that does vary due to an individual dog's needs. I will keep your dog out with me and my pets throughout the day and at night the dogs sleep on the beds throughout the house. They will always be getting attention through the day and night.
Services
Karen can host
Karen can watch in your home
Availability
About this sitter: I was a stay at home mother of four and subsequently worked in group homes, where I was CPR/first aid certified, for people with mental and physical disabilities. I volunteered at the catholic school my kids attended. I also went to U Mass Wellesley for two years but didn't get a degree, I am an animal lover, owner, and activist with four rescue dogs that I love dearly. I have worked with a dog trainer and in a veterinarian's office,
About Karen J.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
Why I love dog sitting I have been a dog lover all my life, stating when I was a child about 38 year ago. I have had all types of dogs, ranging from mixes to pure bred's. I have always had rescue animals for my pets, and have worked ith a trainer in the past to learn new techniques with my dogs.
Home
Information Karen J. would like to know about your pet
I have no breed preferences, but I would like to know normal things such as size, temperament, and whether they have had dog/people aggression in the past or present. Other than the obvious I love a wide variety of dogs and would love to sit any that need it.
A typical day
Here's where we'll take our walks The morning and afternoon walks are usually done in and around my neighborhood, but at night I take the dogs to the Arnold Arboretum in Roslindale/Jamaica Plain where I let the dogs who I know will stay with me off leash. The part I go to is a dog park where I know most of the regulars, and I never have any problems with letting my dogs and others run around and play. I am very lucky to live so close to such a wonderful place to walk dogs! Your dog's sleeping arrangement The dog will sleep in the main part of the house, either on the couch or on the dog beds. Time I'll spend with your dog I usually do 2-4 walks per day, but that does vary due to an individual dog's needs. I will keep your dog out with me and my pets throughout the day and at night the dogs sleep on the beds throughout the house. They will always be getting attention through the day and night.
Location
Jamaica Plain, MA
Pets
Karen J.
Jamaica Plain, MA