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Karen M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
13 repeat clients
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Karen M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
13 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $46 per night

Highlights

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

Pet care experience

Someone's almost always home

I’ve 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 pups as if they were my own.

Qualifications

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

Ratings and reviews

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45 ratings
Alex U.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 06, 2026

Karen did a great job watching our dog. She sent so many pictures and took great care of him! Thanks Karen!

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Claire W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 28, 2026

Karen took great, compassionate care of our elderly dog.

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Vanessa L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 27, 2026

Karen was great! Very communicative and took great care of our senior dog!

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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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Ashwin G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 13, 2026

Very kind and flexible. This is our second time and she always does an amazing job!

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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.

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!

A typical day

I am an early riser and your pups will typically be walked by 7:30am. Last walk in the evening is usually around 11pm. 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
Non-neutered males accepted, spayed females only
No females in heat
Karen can host up to 3 pets per night
Large high energy pups are not a good fit for our house. My son does not enjoy when bigger dogs jump on him, and we prefer more chill pups, unless they are smaller. Is your pup easily excitable? Does she jump on people to greet them or when excited? Does he/she get along with other pups? I am unable to accept pitbulls, as they are not covered by insurance.
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