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Kari M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
4 repeat clients
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Kari M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
4 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $12 per visit

Highlights

Enhanced background check
25 years of experience

Pet care experience

Zookeeper at your service!

I think I’ve taken care of animals since I could walk. I’ve always been obsessed with every animal; even the unloveable. I’ve taken care of almost any pet you can imagine as well. Currently I live with my two cats and three snakes. Since my 14 year old dog passed away, I’ve been longing for a way to be around dogs without owning my own. My experience with animals include a bachelor’s in fisheries and wildlife, courses in companion animal behavior and nutrition, working in a reptile lab in college, two years working in a wildlife rehabilitation center, two years as the facilities director or an aquarium, and currently I work as a zookeeper. Animals really are my passion!

Qualifications

4 repeat pet parents
91% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
25 years of experience

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

With my current work schedule and living situation, I am only available for walking/play dates with dogs/cats in your home. I am more lenient on my days off on hours and frequency.

Ratings and reviews

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7 ratings
Mike C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • aug. 10, 2025

Kari was kind enough to help me on short notice. She was very accommodating and great with my dogs. I have 3 doberman pinchers and she was able to handle all 3 without issue. I highly recommend her.

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Shane L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • apr. 19, 2025

Thank you so much. The pups seems very happy.

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Hyunjin C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • dec. 29, 2024

Kari was amazing and was flexible even during schedule changes. My cat was so happy to see her every day of her visit. If I need to ask for a sitter I would definitely ask her and will recommend her!

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Jackie M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • jan. 10, 2024

Kari was great walking my two dogs, even on a frigid cold day she still agreed to show up for us! I will have Kari back in the future.

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

My only days off right now are Tuesdays and Wednesdays but I’m off by 4pm Friday through Sunday. When I’m not at work I’m spending time with my cats or potentially your fur babies!

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Kari can host up to 3 drop-ins per day
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.