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Karen R.

Star Sitter

Ridgefield, NJ

4.9 out of 5 stars
39 reviews
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Services

Karen can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only
Takes only 1 client at a time

Karen can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old

Availability

I have a very flexible schedule during the week and availability on most weekends- This allows me to provide a more individualized care for your pet(s).

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Karen R.

Communication

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

Skills

14 years of experience
Oral medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I am Pet-CPR Certified by The American Red Cross, background checked by Rover, and carry pet insurance through PCI. A meet and greet is required before any service to ensure your pet and I are a great match. I will take all the sanitary precautions during our meet and greet and will be diligent in following your instructions to provide the best care.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, 1 cat
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

Information Karen R. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know of any special needs, allergies, or diets, to be able to accommodate and make his/her walk/care more enjoyable. Dog walking hours are 8:00am - 6:00 pm Drop-in visits hours: 8:00am - 8:00 pm PS: Your pets photos are used on my social media platforms outside of Rover, please advise if you do not agree. Thanks for putting your trust in me. Your review/referrals will be greatly appreciated.

A typical day

A typical day in daycare/house sitting includes: morning walk/potty break, breakfast, outdoor/indoor play (inclement weather), naps, pets, treats/snacks, afternoon walk/potty break, cleanup and relaxing time before going home.

Location

Ridgefield, NJ

Karen R.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Karen R. has Star Sitter status

The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.

Ms. Dolittle

Pet care experience

🐹🐰🦮🕷️🦎🦂🐟 🐈🦜🐥🐿️🐭🐥🐍🦋 I'm a passionate pet sitter who adores animals, providing exceptional care privately for the last 14 years, and with Rover for the last 5 years. Ever since I was young I noticed I tend to attract animals and vice versa. Over the years I turned my passion into a hobby and began caring for friends/family's pets, as well as having my own. I believe pets are more than just companions -they're cherished members of the family. My empathetic nature helps me understand pet parents' concerns, making me the perfect companion for your pets. Whether it's a cat, dog, or exotic pet, I treat them as my own. I will make sure your fur babies have a Pawsome time!!!

Cat care experience

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I can speak cat language

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

Reviews

Owen S.
Drop-In Visits • May 06, 2026
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Extremely thorough and communicative. Thank you for being available and watching Frank! Would definitely recommend and book again. Keep up the great work

David B.
Dog Walking • Apr 17, 2026
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Karen was always timely and made sure my dog got his walk and even came early when she saw it was going to rain (after checking with me) because she knew how my dog would refuse to walk in the rain.

Ramel K.
Dog Walking • Apr 07, 2026
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Thanks for the last minute support!!

Melissa W.
Dog Walking • Mar 01, 2026
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Very responsive, flexible, and caring walker! My dog is a senior pub, and she was always very careful and thoughtful of the weather is impact on her. She was always prompt and communicative, will definitely be reaching out to her again.

About Karen R.

Communication

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

Skills

14 years of experience
Oral medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I am Pet-CPR Certified by The American Red Cross, background checked by Rover, and carry pet insurance through PCI. A meet and greet is required before any service to ensure your pet and I are a great match. I will take all the sanitary precautions during our meet and greet and will be diligent in following your instructions to provide the best care.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, 1 cat
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

Information Karen R. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know of any special needs, allergies, or diets, to be able to accommodate and make his/her walk/care more enjoyable. Dog walking hours are 8:00am - 6:00 pm Drop-in visits hours: 8:00am - 8:00 pm PS: Your pets photos are used on my social media platforms outside of Rover, please advise if you do not agree. Thanks for putting your trust in me. Your review/referrals will be greatly appreciated.

A typical day

A typical day in daycare/house sitting includes: morning walk/potty break, breakfast, outdoor/indoor play (inclement weather), naps, pets, treats/snacks, afternoon walk/potty break, cleanup and relaxing time before going home.

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.
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Karen R.

Star Sitter

Ridgefield, NJ

4.9 out of 5 stars
39 reviews