Karen R.
Karen R.
Contact for Drop-In Visits
from $30 per visit
Highlights
Pet care experience
Algonquin/LITH Affordable Dog Care
I am back on Rover after taking a long break when a dear friend needed housing with her 3 dogs for an extended period. I have owned dogs for over 40 years. After losing my 16 yr old Aussie several years ago, I started watching friend's dogs to help my survivor pup adjust to the loss. My clients at Rover have been an absolute blessing for my own pets. Each weather permitting day includes 2 walks and lots of supervision and unlimited indoor/outdoor playtime at home. I provide very frequent outdoor breaks and a roomy backyard with a locked fence with security cameras that is perfect for active dogs to run. I am home all day. I have a huge soft spot and enormous patience for all animals, and will treat your family member with all the love that I have for my own. I text photo updates or snapchats to help you feel confident about how your pet is doing. I also honor your feeding schedule and will work with your pups needs to keep them (and you) as comfortable as possible while you are away. I offer overnight supervision or day care, a cage-free environment (if desired), care for elderly dogs, or dogs who require oral medication. *** In most cases, I limit myself to 2 overnight guest dogs (or 3 if from the same family), so that your pups get lots of focused attention and to reduce the amount of 'new stuff' that they would need to navigate during your absence. *** Last minute bookings are usually no problem as long as we can squeeze in a meet and greet. If I can help insure your peace of mind when you need to be away from your pet, please contact me with any questions that you may have! There is no obligation to inquire. I would be happy to help, and look forward to meeting you and four-legged family member! Karen
Qualifications
Pets
Safety, trust & environment
I watch dogs in my home only, but do send frequent updates to be sure that you are informed about how they are doing. I have a doubly locked fenced yard with security cameras.
Ratings and reviews
This is our second time using Karen and she couldn't be more wonderful! I feel so comfortable and at ease when she's keeping our pup! Can't thank her enough!!
Karen took excellent care of our 15 year old dog, Oliver. She was kind, caring and responsive to the needs of an elder dog. She sent us plenty of updates allowing us to enjoy our vacation knowing Oliver was in loving and capable hands.
Loved having Karen take care of our pup Sadie. She messaged every day and sent pics. Gave her the meds that she needed. Walked her and was very caring. Will definitely be asking to watch Sadie again!
I cannot say enough great things about Karen! She was our first experience with Rover and she was absolutely amazing! We felt so comfortable leaving our dog with her. So kind and just an overall wonderful first experience! We highly recommend her!
We booked Karen to watch our dog during our wedding. She was amazing! Karen was there on time to pick him up and sent us multiple updates during the weekend. She communicated very well throughout the process. This was our first time using Rover and it won't be the last. Thanks Karen!!!
Karen is wonderful. We have an old, very anxious dog and she made him feel at home. Gave him his all of his medications twice daily. Sent pictures daily for the 8 days we were gone. He looked so content! She even gave him a bath the day we picked him up so smelled so good. She exceeded our expectations.
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Schedule
I will have eyes on your pet all day long. I work from home and can address any pet needs immediately. They will not be left alone for more than the time it takes to run to the supermarket, and usually that is not necessary because I prepare for that in advance. I run every day and can take your pet with me if that is within their physical abilities, with your permission, of course.