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Karen M.

Cheddar

2 reviews
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These prices are for 1 dog, including a booking fee of 11%.

Services

Karen can care for

Cats
0 to 7 kg
7 to 18 kg
18 to 45 kg
over 45 kg
Dogs over 1 year old

Availability

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.

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About Karen M.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes

Dog skills

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

Cat skills

Oral medication administration

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.

Information Karen M. would like to know about your pet

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.

A typical day

A typical day with pets is all about keeping them happy, relaxed, and engaged. For dogs, that might mean a good walk, playtime, training games, sniffing adventures, or just calm company depending on their energy levels. For cats, it’s usually a mix of play, fuss, routine care, and quiet companionship so they feel settled in their own space. I always follow each pet’s usual routine and personality, making sure they get the right balance of exercise, stimulation, and comfort while you’re away.

Location

Cheddar, United Kingdom

Karen M.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Trustworthy Life-Long Animal Lover

Pet care experience

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

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Experienced and calm Cat-Sitter

Karen also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Reviews

Kathleen W.
Feb 28, 2026

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.

Lee H.
Feb 27, 2026

"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!"

About Karen M.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes

Dog skills

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

Cat skills

Oral medication administration

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.

Information Karen M. would like to know about your pet

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.

A typical day

A typical day with pets is all about keeping them happy, relaxed, and engaged. For dogs, that might mean a good walk, playtime, training games, sniffing adventures, or just calm company depending on their energy levels. For cats, it’s usually a mix of play, fuss, routine care, and quiet companionship so they feel settled in their own space. I always follow each pet’s usual routine and personality, making sure they get the right balance of exercise, stimulation, and comfort while you’re away.

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Karen M.

Cheddar

2 reviews