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Karen M.

Vancouver, WA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•141 reviews
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Sit. Stay. Swim. Play.

Pet care experience

I have owned dogs for nearly 30 years along with fostering/volunteering for three local rescues. My household currently consists of five dogs--my golden retriever Rhyme and 4 littles: Archie! Dragon, Rika and Seuss! 5 very dog-friendly cats are also here. I work from home so I am available for lots of play time and cuddling! All my dogs love having furry friends over to visit as well as any foster pups that are here. I have experience with special needs including spina bifida dogs and blind/deaf dogs. Dog-friendly cats are also welcome!!! I look forward to caring for your pet who will be treated as part of the family during their stay! PLEASE NOTE that my home is a FRAGRANCE FREE zone!! can follow us on IG @sitstayswimplay and @magical_mythical_dragon

Reviews

Zach B.
Dog Boarding • Jul 04, 2023
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Karen is simply the best, there's no-one I trust more to care for my seeing/hearing impaired doggy. We recently had our pup stay with Karen for a week while we were out of town, it was a relief to see the silly photos that confirmed our pup was having a vacation of her own.

Roxanne L.
Dog Boarding • Apr 11, 2023
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Karen is the best! She's the only one we feel comfortable leaving our dog with.

Hannah L.
Doggy Day Care • Jan 03, 2023
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I always feel great knowing my cats are safe and sound with Karen! She is so understanding and accommodating. Our flights were cancelled and she took care of our cats for a few extra days until we got back. She is also very responsive to messages, so you can always check in on your pets. Definitely book with Karen!

Anita Y.
Dog Boarding • Nov 14, 2022
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Arlo loves his visits with Karen and family. He has so many friends to hang out with and play play play.... What a wonderful care giver...

About Karen M.

Communication

70 repeat pet parents
75% response rate
Usually responds in within a few hours
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 7 dogs, has cats
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

Are they up to date on vaccines, deworming, flea and tick treated. Dog friendly? Cat friendly? Anxiety? Behavior problems? Medical issues? Special diet?

A typical day

I have a large fully fenced backyard for running and playing fetch. In the summer there is a doggie wading pool available as well as an above ground swimming pool for the water loving dogs! Doggie pool floats are also available! I live in a low traffic neighborhood for daily walks and there is a nature trail nearby for longer walks/hikes.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
AWAY
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
AWAY

Karen can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only

About Karen M.

Communication

70 repeat pet parents
75% response rate
Usually responds in within a few hours
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 7 dogs, has cats
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

Are they up to date on vaccines, deworming, flea and tick treated. Dog friendly? Cat friendly? Anxiety? Behavior problems? Medical issues? Special diet?

A typical day

I have a large fully fenced backyard for running and playing fetch. In the summer there is a doggie wading pool available as well as an above ground swimming pool for the water loving dogs! Doggie pool floats are also available! I live in a low traffic neighborhood for daily walks and there is a nature trail nearby for longer walks/hikes.

Location

Vancouver, WA

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Pets

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Karen M.

Vancouver, WA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•141 reviews