Karen M.
Karen M.
Highlights
Pet care experience
Trustworthy Life-Long Animal Lover
Lifelong animal lover with decades of hands‑on experience caring for dogs and cats of all ages, sizes, and temperaments. I grew up with Basset Hounds, Collies and mixed‑breeds, and as an adult I’ve owned everything from a Doberman to a Jack Russell, an Italian Mastiff–Great Dane cross, and now my young Rhodesian Ridgeback. I’m confident with high‑energy dogs, nervous or reactive dogs, and pets with health needs. I also have lifelong experience with cats and share my home with Ramona, my gentle 12‑year‑old ginger moggie. Calm, reliable, and genuinely caring—I keep pets happy, settled, and well looked after with regular updates so you always feel reassured.
Cat care experience
Karen also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Pets
Safety, trust & environment
I care for pets in their own home, where they feel safest and most settled. Keeping them in their familiar environment helps reduce stress and keeps their routine consistent. I follow your instructions closely, keep everything secure, and make sure your pet feels calm, comfortable, and well looked after while you’re away.
Ratings and reviews
Karen has had dogs by her side for as long as she can remember, from childhood right through to adulthood, and she truly wouldn’t be without one. Her lifelong experience has given her a natural understanding of dogs of all breeds, sizes, and temperaments. She is patient, attentive, and deeply compassionate, always putting a dog’s wellbeing first. Confident and capable, Karen is great with all dogs and forms strong, trusting bonds with them. Her love for dogs isn’t just a passion — it’s a way of life.
"I honestly don't know what I'd do without Karen. She's been walking my dog for years and has never once let me down — always reliable, always cheerful, no need to chase her up or worry. The best part is watching my dog absolutely lose it with excitement every time Karen comes to the door. That says it all really. She treats him like her own and I trust her completely. If you're looking for someone to walk your dog, Karen is the first person I'd point you to. I'm so lucky to have her!"
Calendar and availability
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Schedule
Pet care fits naturally into my day because I already structure my mornings and evenings around walking and caring for my own pets. I can offer drop‑ins or walks before and after work, and I’m more flexible at weekends for longer visits or extra support. I’m used to building routines around animals, so fitting in regular pop‑ins, feeding, playtime, and walks is something I genuinely enjoy.
- Cats0 to 7 kg7 to 18 kg18 to 45 kgover 45 kgDogs over 1 year oldKaren can host up to 2 drop-ins per day
- I like to know your pet’s routine, personality, and any quirks that help them feel safe and settled. Things like feeding times, favourite toys, walking preferences, energy levels, and how they behave with new people are really helpful. If your pet has any health needs, anxieties, or behaviours to be aware of, just let me know so I can support them calmly and confidently and keep everything consistent for them.