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Karen M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
12 repeat clients
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Karen M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
12 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $47 per night

Highlights

Karen has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
30 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Someone's almost always home

**Get $20 off your first Rover booking with code KARENM27734** I’ve had and taken care of dogs my whole life. I only recently, in the past couple of years, started taking care of other people’s pups, and I really enjoy it. I treat all of the pups as if they were my own. Since I have no pets of my own, yours may be the only one I am watching. I typically have between zero and two that I am watching at any given time.

Qualifications

12 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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40 ratings
Michael L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jul 16, 2026

She took great care of our pets.

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Carla S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 13, 2026

Karen took care of our 12 1/2 year old female pup who was raised in Nicaragua where other dogs were a threat not a friend. Our pup loves people but is not always friendly with other dogs. Karen was very attentive and communicative during the week our pup stayed with her. She was patient and kind We would use Karen again.

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Stacie T.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 29, 2026

Karon took such great care of our senior dog, she was loving and patient with our old girl! She shared lots of videos and photos of their time together and we would use her again anytime she's available.

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Ashwin G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 27, 2026

Excellent job taking care of my small dog, keeping us updating and showing him kindness and welcoming him. We cannot recommend Karen enough!

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Santiago M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • May 25, 2026

This was my first time using Rover to have someone check on my dogs. I was a bit nervous of how it would go since my dogs get scared easily of new people, but Karen was very patient and attentive with them and overall did a fantastic job! She provided updates during each of the check ins and bonded with the dogs as the days went by. I would 100% recommend Karen as a dog sitter and if I need someone to watch my dogs again using Rover, Karen would be my first choice!

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Anne M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • May 25, 2026

Karen was wonderful with my dog!! She sent frequent pictures and videos which was really nice! I could tell he was comfortable and her house and was well taken care of! Will definitely use Karen again!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I am retired. I play pickleball quite a bit, but I am never gone more than a few hours at a time. My husband works from home, so there is almost always someone around to accompany your pup. I am an early riser and your dogs will typically be walked by 7am.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Safety, trust & environment

My favorite part of the job is showering pups with love. We have mattresses on the floor and if the pups are willing, we love to snuggle with them. I typically walk them 4 to 6 times a day, depending on the wants/needs of the pup and the weather. I will be sure to check in multiple times daily with you and send photos and videos. I am very quick to respond to messages! Unfortunately I am unable to take pitbulls at this time, as they are not covered by insurance.

A typical day

My family and I will want to play with your pup, go for walks, and love on them. They are welcome on all furniture. Lots of cozy spots in our house!

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
No females in heat
Karen can host up to 3 pets per night
My son does not enjoy when bigger dogs jump on him. Is your dog a jumper? Does he/she get along with other pups? (sometimes they may be the only pup so it won't matter but it is good to know).
Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.