Karen R.
Durham, NC
Each dog is uniquely special
Pet care experience
2023 update: I currently am NOT accepting new clients. I've always loved animals, especially dogs. Each one is special, with his/her own personality, quirks, habits and humors. If you're reading this, you clearly love your dogs and want them to be safe and happy while you're away. They're going to miss you terribly; but it's a relief to know that someone who genuinely cares for them will be there to see to their needs, both physical and emotional. Food, hugs, walks, kisses, water, scratching behind the ears, tail bone and tummy. Good times! Leave me instructions, and I'll follow them to the letter. No one knows your dogs better than you do, but I'll come in as close a second as I can. You've got my word on that, from one dog-lover to another.
Reviews
As always, Karen did a fantastic job watching our Lucy! She is a responsible and caring pet sitter and we came home to a very relaxed pup.
Wonderful as always!!
Always reliable and dependable. My dog loves her.
Karen is professional and very knowledgeable when working with my highly anxious dog. Thank you for your kindness.
About Karen R.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I’ll follow your instructions. If you use a crate or have other organizers, let me know. For large dogs that pull, please provide appropriate harnesses or training collars.
Information Karen R. would like to know about your pet
The most important thing is to keep your dog safe. Please let me know if he/she has any special needs or habits that I should be aware of. (Example, I never leave anything on the counter that could make my dog sick. "Child-proof" bottles aren't dog-proof bottles.)
A typical day
Let me know if there's a dog-friendly park nearby . . . or trails that your dog likes. Does your dog have a favorite game or toy?
Services
Karen can watch in your home
Availability
I’m self-employed. If you provide adequate notice, I can typically arrange my schedule to meet your needs. The more advance notice you give, the better!
About Karen R.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I’ll follow your instructions. If you use a crate or have other organizers, let me know. For large dogs that pull, please provide appropriate harnesses or training collars.
Information Karen R. would like to know about your pet
The most important thing is to keep your dog safe. Please let me know if he/she has any special needs or habits that I should be aware of. (Example, I never leave anything on the counter that could make my dog sick. "Child-proof" bottles aren't dog-proof bottles.)
A typical day
Let me know if there's a dog-friendly park nearby . . . or trails that your dog likes. Does your dog have a favorite game or toy?
Location
Durham, NC
Pets
Karen R.
Durham, NC