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Karen O.

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Karen O.

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Contact for Drop-In Visits

$28 total per visit

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

Highlights

Enhanced background check
20 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Loving, Attentive Pet Care 🐾

Hi, I’m Karen! 🐾 I’ve always been an animal person, and caring for pets is something I genuinely love. I currently run a pet essentials business focused on helping pet parents find products for their animals, so pet care is something that is truly part of my everyday life. I’ve personally cared for dogs, cats, and rabbits, and I understand that every pet has their own personality, routine, preferences, and quirks. My goal is to make your pet feel comfortable, loved, and cared for while you’re away while also giving you peace of mind that they’re in good hands. When I care for your pet, I follow their normal routine as closely as possible, including feeding schedules, walks, playtime, cuddles, and any special instructions you provide. I’m attentive to their behavior and surroundings and make sure they receive plenty of interaction and companionship rather than simply being left on their own. For dogs, I’m happy to incorporate walks, playtime, enrichment, and whatever activities they enjoy most. For cats, I love spending time with them, playing with their favorite toys, and giving them attention while also respecting their space when they want some alone time. I currently offer overnight sitting in your home, where I’m respectful of your space and treat your home with the same care and consideration I would want for my own. Before each stay or visit, I’m happy to learn about your pet’s routine, personality, feeding schedule, medications, allergies, favorite activities, and anything else that will help me care for them properly. Most importantly, I want you to feel comfortable knowing that your pets are not just being “watched” they’re being genuinely cared for. 🐶🐱🐰💕

Cat care experience

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Loving, Attentive Pet Care 🐾

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

Qualifications

100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise
Oral medication administration

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

I currently offer overnight pet sitting in the client’s home. I understand that staying in their familiar environment can be much less stressful for pets, so I do my best to maintain their normal routine and surroundings. I follow the instructions you provide for feeding, walks, medications, playtime, bedtime, and any other care your pet needs. I’m attentive to their behavior and make sure they receive regular interaction and companionship throughout the day. I’m also respectful of your home and your routines while I’m there. My goal is for your pets to feel safe and comfortable and for you to have peace of mind knowing they’re being well cared for while you’re away.

Ratings and reviews

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Erin L.
Oct 01, 2024

Karen brings an incredible warmth and dedication to her pet care, ensuring that every animal feels safe and loved in her presence. Her extensive experience caring for pets, both personally and professionally, demonstrates her commitment to their well-being. Karen is not only attentive to their needs but also approaches each day with a positive attitude and genuine kindness, making her an exceptional caregiver. Her ability to connect with both pets and their owners reflects her outstanding customer service skills, as she goes above and beyond to create a welcoming and trust-filled environment. Overall, Karen is an awesome human being whose passion for animals shines through in everything she does, and I wouldn’t choose anyone else to be the caretaker of any of my little angels.

Calendar and availability

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Schedule

Pet care is something that naturally fits into my lifestyle. I currently run a pet essentials business, so animals and their care are already a big part of my day to day life. I’m comfortable structuring my schedule around the needs of the pets I’m caring for and making sure they receive consistent attention, exercise, meals, playtime, and companionship according to their normal routine. I’m also very communicative and easy to reach, so I’ll keep you updated and make sure you feel informed and comfortable while you’re away. 🐾

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Karen can host up to 3 drop-ins per day
Before caring for your pet, I’d love to know anything that will help me make their experience as comfortable and safe as possible. Please let me know about their normal feeding schedule, medications, allergies, exercise needs, favorite activities, personality, behavioral quirks, fears, and anything else that’s important to their routine. You can also let me know about anything you’re concerned about, communication is important to me, and my priority is making sure your pet receives safe, respectful, and personalized care. 🐾
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.

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