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Karen W.

Conway, SC

5.0 out of 5 stars
•21 reviews
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Full Time Love and Attention !!

Pet care experience

I am crazy about dogs and sadly lost my beloved Alaskan Malamute wolf dog 4 years ago. I moved and can no longer host dogs where I am currently living in Conway, SC as of March 7th, 2024. That is why I set my profile to House Sitting only. My only issue is if your dog pulls on the leash during walkies, that will not work for me as I have low back issues. If you have a fenced in yard I can run around the back yard and play with your pups, no problem at all. I just cannot take a chance with a dog pulling hard on the leash if he sees another animal, for example. I have extensive experience as a dog and house sitter for many years. I am also a certified dog trainer who worked at Petsmart & privately, training dogs of all breeds using positive reinforcement methods only. I am re-locating to South Carolina 3/7/2024 after living in NJ for many years. I also lived in Nevada for 17 years, where I did a lot of pet and house sitting for not only dogs, but also horses, rabbits and even pigs! I LOVE all animals! I am allergic to cats, however. I am also able to travel out of the area, if need be, to house//dog sit. I know how important it is to find someone you can trust with your dog child..I have been there..I have used this service myself and was very happy. Your dog would never feel lonely and is welcome to sleep in the bed with me, on the couch or on our huge doggie bed. I am able to administer medications as well, including insulin if need be. I will check in with you via text and send regular updates, videos and photos. I know that is what I wanted when I used this service in the past. Our dogs are our children, after all !! Thanks so much and look forward to a meet and greet soon!

Reviews

Tom S.
House Sitting • Aug 16, 2022
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We had to leave town unexpectedly and were lucky enough to find Karen on Rover. Karen responded quickly and came over to our house to meet Molly prior to our trip. Molly responded positively to Karen immediately making it a bit easier to leave her for such an extended period. Karen kept us updated with messages and pictures on a daily basis and it was clear that she was taking excellent care of Molly. We are very thankful to Karen for taking such good care of Molly with so much love and would definitely consider Karen for future bookings.

Michael K.
House Sitting • Apr 07, 2022
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Karen did a fantastic job with our 2 dogs, we received pictures every day & felt very comfortable being out of town. Karen treated our house like it was her own, we came home to a clean house & happy dogs. Thank you very much Karen.

Gena D.
Dog Boarding • Nov 01, 2021
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Karen was great with Hazel. Will definitely use her again and recommend her to others.

Laura J.
Dog Boarding • Jul 26, 2021
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Karen was wonderful with my senion great dane, Petunia. Karen took great care with her and Petunia is usually very nervous in new situations but she took excellent care of our girl, hand feeding her and making sure she felt right at home. We highly recommend Karen as a dog sitter who treats your dog as if she were her own. Thank you Karen!

About Karen W.

Communication

7 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
70% bookings with photo updates

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I do house sitting only. Prefer a home with a fenced in yard or a dog who walks great on the lead. No pullers please.

Information Karen W. would like to know about your pet

Is your dog house broken totally meaning that he or she does not have accidents in the house or use puppy pads (that would not work for me)? Does the dog pull hard on the leash? Are there ANY aggressive tendencies with strangers (humans)? Is the dog destructive in any way, chewing things like shoes, furniture? Does your dog bark incessantly or bark over nothing? Normal barking is expected, of course! :)

A typical day

We will go hiking in a park nearby and walk in the neighborhood every day. I can also go to the dog beach, if you are okay with that.

Services

House Sitting
in your home
$85per night

Karen can watch in your home

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

Availability

I will be home with your pup most of the time as I also teach music online part time. There will be an occasional singing gig I may have on a weekend night, however.

Available
Not available
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Calendar last updated 3 months ago
House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Karen W.

Communication

7 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
70% bookings with photo updates

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I do house sitting only. Prefer a home with a fenced in yard or a dog who walks great on the lead. No pullers please.

Information Karen W. would like to know about your pet

Is your dog house broken totally meaning that he or she does not have accidents in the house or use puppy pads (that would not work for me)? Does the dog pull hard on the leash? Are there ANY aggressive tendencies with strangers (humans)? Is the dog destructive in any way, chewing things like shoes, furniture? Does your dog bark incessantly or bark over nothing? Normal barking is expected, of course! :)

A typical day

We will go hiking in a park nearby and walk in the neighborhood every day. I can also go to the dog beach, if you are okay with that.

Location

Conway, SC

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Karen W.

Conway, SC

5.0 out of 5 stars
•21 reviews