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Karen R.

Indianapolis, IN

5.0 out of 5 stars
17 reviews
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Services

Karen can care for

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

Availability

I am retired so have flexibility in my schedule and can usually be available 7 days a week. I do have so commitments on some days but am willing to work with pet owners to meet their needs.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About Karen R.

Communication

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

Dog skills

6 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

Currently I do not offer sitting at my home. I am willing to sit at your house meeting your requests- usually able to visit every 4-5 hours. I have not spent the night at the owner’s house.. if this is requested I would want to make sure this is a good fit.

Information Karen R. would like to know about your pet

I would like to know how they react to walkers coming into the house, what their triggers might be, and their favorite things to do. Also if the owner wants anything special while I am walking or playing at home to just let me know- example feeding, putting in a pen, etc.

A typical day

I like to walk, run and play if the dog is willing. I have watched small puppies that don’t like to walk much so I carry them to explore and then let them walk back home. I love to walk trails with them if close to home. I always have a towel with me if the weather is nasty to wipe paws before going home.

Location

Indianapolis, IN

Karen R.'s Neighborhood

Dogs Best Friend

Pet care experience

I just love pets, especially dogs. I grew up with dogs with different personalities and size- small poodle to large springer spaniel. I love to play, walk and run(jog) with them. I currently do not have a pet, but I do watch my grand-dogs on a regular basis. I am now retired and have walking and watching dogs for the last 4 years. I would love to meet, play and walk your dog!

Reviews

Summer H.
Drop-In Visits • Feb 10, 2026
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Karen is great! She is reliable, great with my dog & goes above & beyond what is expected. I have no complaints. She’s been terrific.

Andrew S.
Drop-In Visits • Jan 29, 2026
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Karen always does a great job of taking care of my pup. She goes above and beyond

Molly C.
Jan 30, 2023

Karen is a wonderful, reliable pet caretaker! She has taken great care of our dog while we are unable to! She treats your pet as if its her own. She will show up on time and make sure your pet gets everything he/she needs and exactly how you request it! :) She is the best! In the thick of the winter she went out with our dog and she had to carry him back after his paws were getting too cold... she is a true pet lover!

About Karen R.

Communication

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

Dog skills

6 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

Currently I do not offer sitting at my home. I am willing to sit at your house meeting your requests- usually able to visit every 4-5 hours. I have not spent the night at the owner’s house.. if this is requested I would want to make sure this is a good fit.

Information Karen R. would like to know about your pet

I would like to know how they react to walkers coming into the house, what their triggers might be, and their favorite things to do. Also if the owner wants anything special while I am walking or playing at home to just let me know- example feeding, putting in a pen, etc.

A typical day

I like to walk, run and play if the dog is willing. I have watched small puppies that don’t like to walk much so I carry them to explore and then let them walk back home. I love to walk trails with them if close to home. I always have a towel with me if the weather is nasty to wipe paws before going home.

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Karen R.

Indianapolis, IN

5.0 out of 5 stars
17 reviews