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Karen M.

Cheshire, CT

5.0 out of 5 stars
34 reviews
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Services

Karen can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Takes only 1 client at a time

Karen can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs

Availability

My dogs are on strict, daily routine that doesn't interfere with my work schedule. However my dogs and your dog/s will not come in physical contact with each other. We have two wings of our home and the main house where are dogs are. Down the hall we have the ..... Huge Doggie Suite!! Equipped with a mini fridge for meds and wet food, with lots of toys, beds,blankets, a big doggie couch, Sink, Raincoats and snow jackets, AC AND HEAT. Lots of windows and sky lights, screen windows to slide open to get that fresh crisp air in the morning and gentle breeze at night. Spring and Fall are best for those times. But we will have fun all year round because I am a huge outdoors person. I also have doggie Tv playing everyday!!😊 My schedule most of the time will be wide open, which only a few days here and there that I won't be available.

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About Karen M.

Communication

12 repeat pet parents
84% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I will follow all your directions to a T, and you will never be disappointed by my services! I look forward to all my new pup and "hooman" clients.

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 4 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Karen M. would like to know about your pet

Does your pet have any medical conditions/ medication needed that I should be aware of? Rabies and vaccines? Any special diet, any treats or food they can't have? Do they get along with other people or other animals (esp on leash walks)? Does your pet have any behavioral issues? What's your pet's Favorite things to do? Any nick names ? Is your dog in heat? Any things else important the client wants me to know.

A typical day

I love to stimulate the dogs mentally and physically. We will play games, play with toys, have long, peaceful walks and have lots of fun!!!

Location

Cheshire, CT

Karen M.'s Neighborhood

Pets

A house is not a home without a Dog

Pet care experience

Hi, I have been taking care of animals for over 25 years now. I also use to breed German Shepherds for eight years. I am a stay at home mom and Rover, is my full time job now that my kids are teens. I use to foster dogs and other animals before I had a family and worked on two farms, So I have a lot of experience with different types of breeds, temperaments, past abuse, and very skittish animals. I have much confidence when it comes to taking care of special case dogs, senior dogs, newborn/Whelping puppies and more. We live in a house with over two acres of land, with lots of lovely areas to walk, including a cemetery that is located over the fence in our yard. It has lots of roads that are quiet and safe. I find this great because they gets lots and lots of exercise, and its great for dogs that may be frightened of loud, busy streets, or leash reactive dogs. We also have doggie pools ,( when it's hot) if your pup loves water play! My German Shepherd and Papilions are highly trained and socialized . They are extremely well behaved, as well as amazing house dogs and companions to my autistic son. HOWEVER, your dog/s and my dogs will NEVER come in physical contact with each other. . We are highly active family, so lots of play and exercise fits in our schedule everyday. While hosting your pets at my house, they will receive the same attention and affection as if they were my own dogs. I always sleep in the same room as the pups ( unless told otherwise) to keep they company and comfortable during their stay. We will have lots of potty breaks, keep right on track with feeding schedule. Everyday we will have lots of play time, down relax time, and brain stimulating fun as well. I will take them on long walks at the cemetery that is behind the fence of our home. I ONLY do family boardings, I do not mix other family dog/s. I find no matter how socialized they are, being away from home on top of being with unfamiliar dogs can always have a possibility of disaster. My goal is to keep everyone safe! I will take up to 2 dogs from the same family. Thank you for understanding. I absolutely am an animal lover, and it's the only job that makes me feel happy, confident and I have such a passion for this work So your pets will become my family when they are with me. I will always protect them and care for them like they are my own. I will always send pictures and videos of your furbaby while they are in my care. I am very good at keeping in contact with of my clients via their choice of email, text message or phone/video calls. Please ask me as many questions as you like, I am eager to learn about your fur babies!

Reviews

Brian W.
Boarding • May 31, 2026
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Karen was wonderful with our dog and we will definitely contact her when we are next in the area!

Maria S.
Boarding • Apr 04, 2026
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Karen took such great care of Jujuba! He got regular walks, and we really appreciated the consistent updates and photos which gave us peace of mind. She even went the extra mile by cleaning his eyes when his allergies flared up. It’s clear she truly cares, and we couldn’t have asked for a better sitter. Highly recommend!

Brian W.
Boarding • Mar 15, 2026
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Shadow has a wonderful time! We picked him up and he was so happy and excited, giving Karen so much love on the way out, we will definitely use her again on future trips to the area. shadow had his own puppy palace and got walks and so much play time. Karen asked questions and fed shadow the way we would at home, thank you for taking care of our puppy as if he were your own! We appreciate it!

Mengxi Y.
Boarding • Oct 13, 2025
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We had a wonderful experience with Karen! Before confirming the booking, she invited us for a meet and greet at her place, which has a spacious and comfortable room just for boarding dogs. One of the main reasons we chose her is that she doesn’t board dogs from different families at the same time, and her own dogs don’t interact with guests—something that really mattered to us since our 8-month-old German Shepherd was boarding for the very first time. Karen took careful notes, asked lots of thoughtful questions, and made sure to follow our dog’s usual routine. During our two-day trip, she sent frequent photo updates that gave us so much peace of mind. Our puppy was clearly comfortable and relaxed around her. We’ll definitely book with Karen again in the future!

About Karen M.

Communication

12 repeat pet parents
84% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I will follow all your directions to a T, and you will never be disappointed by my services! I look forward to all my new pup and "hooman" clients.

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 4 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Karen M. would like to know about your pet

Does your pet have any medical conditions/ medication needed that I should be aware of? Rabies and vaccines? Any special diet, any treats or food they can't have? Do they get along with other people or other animals (esp on leash walks)? Does your pet have any behavioral issues? What's your pet's Favorite things to do? Any nick names ? Is your dog in heat? Any things else important the client wants me to know.

A typical day

I love to stimulate the dogs mentally and physically. We will play games, play with toys, have long, peaceful walks and have lots of fun!!!

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Karen M.

Cheshire, CT

5.0 out of 5 stars
34 reviews