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Karen L.

La Crescenta-Montrose, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
28 reviews
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Services

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

Karen can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs

Availability

I am a former clinical research nurse with 20 years of nursing experience who has been on disability for 10 years. I lost my husband to pancreatic cancer 4 years ago and I now am looking to supplement my income by working with animals and giving and receiving unconditional love.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Karen L.

Communication

9 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

40 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I make sure that the pets are fed, have water, and go potty, (which means cleaning up after them.) Of course play with and walk the dogs. I would come to your home at intervals of 1, 2 or 3 times a day or if you or if you need I can stay at your home to care for your pet.

Information Karen L. would like to know about your pet

If they have any health problems or special needs. Do they have a favorite toy or activity. I want to make sure they are comfortable while you're away.

A typical day

I make sure they are fed, they have water, taje them for a walk (dogs), clean their box/yard, play with them and give them lots of love.

Location

La Crescenta-Montrose, CA

Karen L.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Lawrence Loves Animals

Pet care experience

I'm a former clinical research nurse coordinator dealing with human patients for 20 years before becoming disabled. I have had pets all of my life. I have adopted several cats and dogs from the humane society including a 3 legged Siamese cat who was a Siamese twin that surgically separated from his sister leaving them both with 3 legs. I have trained several my dogs including a temperamental Dalmatian mix. I currently have a 13 year old Chihuahua/American Eskimo mix, who has Cushing's Disease that is on medication twice a day, a 9 year old Rat Terrier/Toy Poodle mix and an 8 year old black short haired cat that loves snuggling. My little dogs love to play what I call trick or treat. The kitty loves to play fetch the hair elastic and fishing. I have recently started pet sitting for a cat in the neighborhood. I've always loved animals and as a child I wanted to be a veterinarian.

Reviews

Ryan K.
Drop-In Visits • Mar 10, 2026
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Karen was a life saver. We had to travel unexpectedly and she took care of the cats without a problem. She’s been great for us.

Ryan K.
Drop-In Visits • Jan 26, 2026
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Karen was excellent. She visited the cats before the visits, provided great updates and photos, attended to our cat’s medication and helped us feel good about leaving them alone in a new house for the first time. Highly recommend!

Jenni W.
Drop-In Visits • Oct 02, 2025
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Karen took great care of our cat while we were recently away on vacation. Her updates were very detailed and helpful. I would highly recommend her!

Bruce A.
House Sitting • Jun 10, 2025
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Karen was fantastic. She covered 10 days for us, house & dog. We received daily updates and photos which were great. Karen also took care of watering house plants and our fruit trees in the yard. Overall, we couldn’t have found anyone nicer or more helpful!

About Karen L.

Communication

9 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

40 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I make sure that the pets are fed, have water, and go potty, (which means cleaning up after them.) Of course play with and walk the dogs. I would come to your home at intervals of 1, 2 or 3 times a day or if you or if you need I can stay at your home to care for your pet.

Information Karen L. would like to know about your pet

If they have any health problems or special needs. Do they have a favorite toy or activity. I want to make sure they are comfortable while you're away.

A typical day

I make sure they are fed, they have water, taje them for a walk (dogs), clean their box/yard, play with them and give them lots of love.

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Karen L.

La Crescenta-Montrose, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
28 reviews