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Karen L.

Star Sitter

West Sugar Creek, Bournemouth

5.0 out of 5 stars
101 reviews
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Services

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

Karen can care for

Cats
0 to 7 kg
7 to 18 kg
18 to 45 kg
over 45 kg

Availability

I work remotely so that gives me the flexibility to work anywhere, so staying at your home is easy for me. I really enjoy having animals around and, because right now I don't have any myself, I really enjoy my animal fix!

Available
Not available
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House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Karen L.

Communication

32 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I generally get up, let them out, or take them for a quick walk. Then after I've had my coffee, we go out for our morning walk for about 45 mins or whenever they decide they want to go home! If you have a yard, then we'll go out and play thru out the day. If not, I take them out several times a day for walks and potty breaks.

Information Karen L. would like to know about your pet

I like to know if they are on any medications, do they have any behavior traits that you think I should know about. Are they good with other dogs.

A typical day

If there is a yard, we'll play fetch with whatever their favorite toy is. If there are treats, we play "Find the Treat" and I'll hide them from them.

Location

Bournemouth, United Kingdom

Karen L.'s Neighborhood

Karen L. has Star Sitter status

The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.

Let Me baby Your baby!

Pet care experience

Animals have always been a big part of my life, and I grew up in an animal-loving country. I have had many dogs, all of them being rescues, and also one very cantankerous cat. I have also had Gerbils, Budgies and tortoises when growing up in England. When I lived it Torrance I was very involved with the LA animal shelters for many years and coordinated adoption events and rescues. I was also active with the Emergency Animal Response Service team and helped in disaster situations and hoarding cases. I love all animals and will provide safe and loving care for any that are in my charge. Animals have always given me so much joy and taking care of other peoples babies really fills that need. Get $20 off your first time stay using this link https://www.rover.com/sit/karenl30214 and use this code KARENL30214

Cat care experience

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Let me love on your kitties!

Karen also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Reviews

Emma T.
House Sitting • Jun 19, 2026
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I contacted Karen last minute for an overnight stay. Luckily she was available. She responded very quickly to my message and we chatted about my dog and his needs. I felt reassured straight away that Karen was the woman for the job! We received messages and photos while we were away and my dog looked very relaxed and happy. I would recommend Karen as a sitter any day and I hope when we need a sitter again she is available.

Caroline Z.
House Sitting • Feb 12, 2026
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Karen was excellent with our boys! We’ll definitely be contacting her again to sit for us!

Yvette H.
House Sitting • Feb 02, 2026
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Leaving my girls with Karen is always wonderful for them and me no know they are well taken care of regardless of whatever may happen (this weekend we had a images on and I couldn’t get back because flights were cancelled). Karen makes it so much easier to deal with the other stressors because she just takes it ins tries and keeps the girls safe, happy and feeling loved!

Linda G.
House Sitting • Jan 18, 2026
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Great job as always! Our two overly reactive dogs feel at ease with Karen. We’re always comfortable with them being in her care.

About Karen L.

Communication

32 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I generally get up, let them out, or take them for a quick walk. Then after I've had my coffee, we go out for our morning walk for about 45 mins or whenever they decide they want to go home! If you have a yard, then we'll go out and play thru out the day. If not, I take them out several times a day for walks and potty breaks.

Information Karen L. would like to know about your pet

I like to know if they are on any medications, do they have any behavior traits that you think I should know about. Are they good with other dogs.

A typical day

If there is a yard, we'll play fetch with whatever their favorite toy is. If there are treats, we play "Find the Treat" and I'll hide them from them.

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Karen L.

Star Sitter

West Sugar Creek, Bournemouth

5.0 out of 5 stars
101 reviews