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Karen S.

Fountain Hills, AZ

5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
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Dogs Leave Footprints on Our Hearts

Pet care experience

About ten years ago I found myself without a pet of my own after a lifetime of always having one cat and one dog. They kept me grounded. Without them I realized I could travel, but I missed having animals in my life so I began pet sitting. Several times I have been flown across the US to stay with people's pets. These are established clients of mine whose pets know me well and their owners don't trust anyone else in their home. I understand how difficult it is to give over one's pets and everything one holds dear to someone you don't know. I have been successful at this because I am dependable, responsible, attentive, clean, dedicated, kind, compassionate, honest and trustworthy. I take great pride in being counted upon. It is an honor to earn your trust. My goal is to have you come home to find your home exactly as you left it. I've taken photos of pillow arrangements so I could place them correctly when I was leaving! It's important to me that you feel confident your home and pets are safe while you're away. If you communicate to me how you want things done, they will be done precisely that way. You will have peace of mind knowing I am taking care of things for you. I have no problem cleaning up after animals. I'm a tidy person. I know they like a clean place to do their business. I am a positive and joyful person that will interact with your pet as you would if you could be there. I'm a homebody, other than long walks daily, which I hope I can enjoy with your dog! I am retired and therefore can spend quality time with your dog. My passions are writing and reading. I'm drug-free, have no kids, and I like my time alone. But I like it better with canine companionship. I hope you will choose me to take care of your home and pets, and I thank you for considering me!

Reviews

Becky L S.
House Sitting • Dec 09, 2017
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Karen was absolutely wonderful. She took excellent care of our "girls" while we were gone, we had absolutely no worries. Karen took them on walks and brushed them, made sure Annie was okay during some bad weather. She sent us texts and pictures daily to keep us updated. Plus she washed the bedding and towels from the guest room! We will definitely use Karen again to take care of our girls.

Dennis T.
Oct 14, 2017

I have known Karen for almost 20 years and can Assure any and all of her future clients that she is responsible, trustworthy and fully competent to fulfill her obligations. I also would recommend her to anyone that needs a stable and reliable caretaker or pet sitter. Her personality is positive and contagious, you will want to put her on your “Go To” list. I have!

Renee G.
Oct 11, 2017

We have used Ms. Siler for several years to take care of our two German Shepherd dogs (male and female) while we are on vacation. Our most recent use was in July 2017 when we were gone for two weeks. Our dogs LOVE Karen and are so excited when she walks through the door! We trust Karen to not only take care of our kids, but also to look after our house (I even had her water my gardens while we were gone). She is great and knowing that our kids can stay at home and not have to go to a kennel/boarding facility is such a relief for us to enjoy our vacation. Karen will frequently text us pictures of the kids and tell us what's happening back at home so that we don't have to worry. Highly recommend Karen!

Michele M.
Oct 10, 2017

My whole family just loves Miss Karen!...especially the furry ones. :) I can't tell you how utterly safe we feel entrusting our beloved pets and our home to Karen. She is honest, conscientious, and most importantly she really ❤️'s her charges! Miss Karen had to move out of state about 4 years ago and we all really missed her, as we travel a lot for shows on weekends, but also at holidays... no one has ever measured up to her! You won't even know that Karen has been in your home, because it's clean and tidy, the only way you'll know that she has been at your home are your happy pets!

About Karen S.

Communication

Usually responds in about a day

Skills

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

Information Karen S. would like to know about your pet

I have yet to meet a dog I didn't love. I have regular stays with a Chihuahua in Florida, as well as two German shepherds in Arizona, to name a few. I've cared for many different breeds... I have a pet-sitting page in Facebook if you'd like to look at it: Pet Sitting Fountain Hills. It's important for me to hear about what your dog loves and doesn't love. I will brush them, walk them, take them out to lunch. Whatever you wish!

A typical day

I'm happy to walk your dog any place you normally take him or her. I think it's especially important when you're away that your dog can enjoy their normal day to day activities. I am affectionate with animals, as well as respectful of their personal space if they are shy. I respect dietary restrictions and will only feed your dog what you would. If they sleep on the bed, I'm good with that. If they are to stay off furniture, I will respect that too. I will send you pictures and texts while you're away, so you're always completely at ease knowing your home and pet are in my capable hands! I will also bring in your mail, water plants, and do little extras to make life easier for you and free of concern.

Services

House Sitting
in your home
AWAY
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
AWAY
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
AWAY

Karen can watch in your home

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

About Karen S.

Communication

Usually responds in about a day

Skills

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

Information Karen S. would like to know about your pet

I have yet to meet a dog I didn't love. I have regular stays with a Chihuahua in Florida, as well as two German shepherds in Arizona, to name a few. I've cared for many different breeds... I have a pet-sitting page in Facebook if you'd like to look at it: Pet Sitting Fountain Hills. It's important for me to hear about what your dog loves and doesn't love. I will brush them, walk them, take them out to lunch. Whatever you wish!

A typical day

I'm happy to walk your dog any place you normally take him or her. I think it's especially important when you're away that your dog can enjoy their normal day to day activities. I am affectionate with animals, as well as respectful of their personal space if they are shy. I respect dietary restrictions and will only feed your dog what you would. If they sleep on the bed, I'm good with that. If they are to stay off furniture, I will respect that too. I will send you pictures and texts while you're away, so you're always completely at ease knowing your home and pet are in my capable hands! I will also bring in your mail, water plants, and do little extras to make life easier for you and free of concern.

Location

Fountain Hills, AZ

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Karen S.

Fountain Hills, AZ

5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews