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Karen O.

Midtown Phillips, Minneapolis, MN

5.0 out of 5 stars
17 reviews
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Services

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.

Karen can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat

Karen can care for

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

I'm a remote worker with a flexible schedule. Available for drop-ins, daily walks and/or overnight stays. Happy to care for your pet(s) at your place or mine.

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Not available
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About Karen O.

Communication

4 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

live in a pet-friendly home with plenty of space, and a large fenced in yard for potty breaks and play time. No kids or other pets, just lots of love and attention for yours! I'm comfortable walking up to 2 leash-trained dogs at a time and have experience with all kinds of energy levels. For Cats: Due to my husband's allergy, I’m not able to host them in my home—but I’m more than happy to stop by yours for visits! I’ll clean litter boxes, refresh food and water, and offer all the cuddle and play time they’ll allow. You’ll receive regular photo and text updates while you’re away, and I’m happy to help with little extras like grabbing the mail or watering plants so you can truly relax on your vacay know your pet is in good hands!

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Karen O. would like to know about your pet

It’s helpful for me to know any behavioral issues or special needs your pet(s) may have so we can make sure they are accommodated. We want to make sure your pet(s) are happy and comfortable while in our care, so anything you would do for them, we want to follow suit.

A typical day

My husband and I both love playing and snuggling with dogs. We play fetch, go on long walks and will help reinforce good manners like no begging, staying off furniture, (if required by owners) crate training and basic commands.

Location

Minneapolis, MN

Karen O.'s Neighborhood

Loving Pet Sitter/Dog Walker | MPLS

Pet care experience

Experienced & attentive pet sitter with over 18 years experience caring for animals. I'd love to snuggle, walk and play with your fur baby while you're away! I work mostly remotely and have flexible availability throughout the day/week to play, go for long walks, and host overnight stays. I have experience caring for senior pets (both cats and dogs) who may need some extra care like medications, extra potty breaks, mobility support or extra love for separation anxiety. I'm super comfortable with large breeds or high-energy pups, so whether they are 10lbs or 100lbs, they're in good hands!

Cat care experience

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Loving cat sitter in Minneapolis

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

Reviews

Elizabeth S.
Boarding • Jul 18, 2026
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Karen and Ryan took the best care of Ollie. I could definitely tell he was comfortable with them. I was very pleased with the photos and regular updates. It was very hot and humid and they took it easy for Ollie's safety which shows how much care they took with him. Will definitely be bringing Ollie back next time we are out of town.

Lisa R.
Doggy Day Care • Jun 02, 2026
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Karen and Ryan were fantastic caregivers for our senior dog, Kurt. Great communication before and during the visit. Beautiful home with a wonderful fenced yard. Super flexible with drop off and pick up times. Very friendly and professional. Kurt loved his three days with them. I highly recommend Karen and Ryan for your pet-sitting needs in Minneapolis.

Christian C.
Doggy Day Care • Mar 22, 2026
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Karen was absolutely amazing! She was incredibly kind and took great care of my dog. Her communication was 10/10, and I felt completely at ease the entire time. I would highly recommend her and will definitely be booking with her again without hesitation.

Maria G.
Boarding • Mar 02, 2026
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WOW! Georgia was well taken care of. Great communication.

About Karen O.

Communication

4 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

live in a pet-friendly home with plenty of space, and a large fenced in yard for potty breaks and play time. No kids or other pets, just lots of love and attention for yours! I'm comfortable walking up to 2 leash-trained dogs at a time and have experience with all kinds of energy levels. For Cats: Due to my husband's allergy, I’m not able to host them in my home—but I’m more than happy to stop by yours for visits! I’ll clean litter boxes, refresh food and water, and offer all the cuddle and play time they’ll allow. You’ll receive regular photo and text updates while you’re away, and I’m happy to help with little extras like grabbing the mail or watering plants so you can truly relax on your vacay know your pet is in good hands!

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Karen O. would like to know about your pet

It’s helpful for me to know any behavioral issues or special needs your pet(s) may have so we can make sure they are accommodated. We want to make sure your pet(s) are happy and comfortable while in our care, so anything you would do for them, we want to follow suit.

A typical day

My husband and I both love playing and snuggling with dogs. We play fetch, go on long walks and will help reinforce good manners like no begging, staying off furniture, (if required by owners) crate training and basic commands.

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Karen O.

Midtown Phillips, Minneapolis, MN

5.0 out of 5 stars
17 reviews