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Karen L.

Reston, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
75 reviews
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Great with Anxious Dogs

Pet care experience

I have been taking care of dogs since I was just out of college, many moons ago. I have lots of experience with anxious, small dogs - lots of snuggles and reassurance. I can give medications, both pills and injections. We go on lots of long walks and shorter potty breaks outside.

Reviews

Sandy M.
Doggy Day Care • Apr 27, 2024
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It was our pups first stay with Karen, who took good care of him! Looking forward to using her again soon.

Arielle G.
Dog Boarding • Apr 22, 2024
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Karen is a great dog-sitter! She sent multiple pictures every day and took Peanut on long walks! Made me feel so much better about being away from my puppy!

Paige F.
Dog Boarding • Apr 21, 2024
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Thank you so much for watching Zoey while I went to Italy! She loves Karen! 🫶🏼

Ilana F.
Dog Boarding • Apr 05, 2024
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Karen took great care of our dog. She sent daily photos while we were gone which I very much appreciated. When I asked questions (such as how my dog was adjusting, was she eating, etc), Karen was quick to respond. Would definitely book again and feel comfortable referring others to her.

About Karen L.

Communication

37 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

31 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

We have lots of dog beds and toys. We go on several walks each day. Dogs can sleep in the sunny spot near me or relax in another room. My teenagers are good with animals and are excited to help play with and take care of your dogs. My grumpy old chihuahua takes his job as guard dog very seriously. He will bark ferociously at human “intruders” until you leave and he may bite if approached. He’s fine with other dogs and cats though. For that reason I’ll most likely keep him in a separate room during drop off and pick up for everyone’s safety.

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, 2 cats
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Karen L. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your dog has any special needs or behaviors that I need to watch out for. Let me know if your dog will eat all the other pets’s food, so I can be sure to pick up uneaten food. Please let me know if your dog is working on house training and I will work on house training with your dog.

A typical day

We will go on at least one long walk around the neighborhood and several shorter walks per day. We will have play time and cuddle time.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$55per night
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
$44per day

Karen can host

0 to 15 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs
No females in heat

Availability

I work from home most days, so am here to keep an eye on the pet interactions. We will go out for at least one longer walk per day and as many shorter walks around the yard as needed. My older chihuahua needs to go out frequently these days.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Calendar last updated 17 hours ago
Karen can host up to 3 dogs per day
Doggy Day Care Cancellation Policy:

About Karen L.

Communication

37 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

31 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

We have lots of dog beds and toys. We go on several walks each day. Dogs can sleep in the sunny spot near me or relax in another room. My teenagers are good with animals and are excited to help play with and take care of your dogs. My grumpy old chihuahua takes his job as guard dog very seriously. He will bark ferociously at human “intruders” until you leave and he may bite if approached. He’s fine with other dogs and cats though. For that reason I’ll most likely keep him in a separate room during drop off and pick up for everyone’s safety.

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, 2 cats
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Karen L. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your dog has any special needs or behaviors that I need to watch out for. Let me know if your dog will eat all the other pets’s food, so I can be sure to pick up uneaten food. Please let me know if your dog is working on house training and I will work on house training with your dog.

A typical day

We will go on at least one long walk around the neighborhood and several shorter walks per day. We will have play time and cuddle time.

Location

Reston, VA

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Karen L.

Reston, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
75 reviews