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Karenina V.

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Karenina V.

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from $50 per night

Highlights

Basic background check
10 years of experience
Home full time
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Super Loving and Fun Caretaker

About Me Hi! I’m Nina 🐾 I’ve been around dogs my entire life and caring for animals has always come naturally to me. Growing up, my family adopted and cared for several rescue dogs of all different sizes, personalities, and energy levels, including Chihuahuas, German Shepherds, Lab mixes, and Shih Tzus. That experience taught me how important patience, consistency, and individualized care are for every pet. Today, I’m a proud dog mom to my mini long-haired dachshund, Nemo, who completely stole my heart 💛 Caring for him has made me even more attentive to the little things that matter to pet parents — keeping routines consistent, providing lots of affection and supervision, and making sure pets feel safe, comfortable, and loved while their owners are away. Outside of Rover, I work in professional services within the tech industry, so I’m very organized, dependable, and communicative. I also work a flexible hybrid schedule, which allows me to spend quality time with the pets in my care throughout the day instead of leaving them alone for long periods. My goal is always to create a calm, loving environment where your pet feels at home and where you feel confident knowing they’re being treated like family 🐶 ⸻ Experience • 10+ years of hands-on pet care experience • Experienced with rescue dogs and different temperaments • Cared for breeds including Chihuahuas, German Shepherds, Lab mixes, Shih Tzus, and Dachshunds • Comfortable with puppies, small dogs, and senior dogs • Experience maintaining feeding schedules, walks, playtime, potty routines, and medication instructions • Frequent photo and video updates for pet parents 📸 • Calm, patient, and attentive approach to care • Flexible hybrid work schedule allows for consistent supervision and companionship You can trust that your pet will receive plenty of love, attention, and personalized care while they’re with me 🐾

Qualifications

20% response rate
Usually responds within a few days
10 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Ratings and reviews

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Emily G.
Jul 15, 2015

Nina was a great and responsible caregiver to my Luigi. I could tell Luigi was taken care of very well. I highly recommend her to any one.

Stephanie C.
Jul 14, 2015

Karenina provided truly outstanding care for my Puppy Coco. Coco loves Karenina! I know that when I leave Coco in Karenina's care she will be well cared for by someone who truly loves dogs.

Mallory G.
Jul 14, 2015

Nina was an exceptional pet sitter for my 8 week puppy, Cici. Nina gave her individual attention and treated her with great care. Nina also offered me helpful advice as a new pet owner. Thanks Nina, for allowing me to trust you with my best friend.

Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I work a flexible hybrid schedule in professional services, which allows me to spend plenty of quality time with the pets in my care throughout the day. I’m available for walks, drop-ins, daycare, and boarding, and I’m able to provide regular potty breaks, playtime, supervision, and updates. I’m especially attentive to keeping pets on their normal routines so they feel safe, comfortable, and at home while you’re away.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Safety, trust & environment

Your dog will be as spoiled as mine. Your pet’s safety and comfort are always my top priority. I live in a clean, pet-friendly townhome and have experience caring for small dogs and puppies, including my mini dachshund, Nemo 🐾 I carefully follow feeding schedules, medication instructions, walking routines, and any preferences you provide. I always prioritize secure walks, supervised playtime, and a calm environment where pets can feel relaxed and loved. I also provide frequent photo and video updates so you can feel confident your pet is in great hands.

Pets

A typical day

A typical day includes walks, playtime, enrichment activities, cuddle time, potty breaks, and lots of attention throughout the day. I love keeping pets engaged while also respecting their personalities and energy levels — whether they’re playful and energetic or more calm and cuddly. I also stick closely to the routines and guidelines provided by each owner to help pets feel comfortable and stress-free. You can expect plenty of love, supervision, and updates while your pet is with me 🐶

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time
Karenina can host up to 1 pet per night
Please let me know about your pet’s temperament, routines, feeding schedule, medications, triggers, or anything that helps them feel most comfortable and safe. I also appreciate knowing how they interact with other dogs, whether they have separation anxiety, and any special preferences they may have so I can provide the best possible care.
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.