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Kari S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
5 repeat clients
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Kari S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
5 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $28 per visit

Highlights

Kari has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
23 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Fur, fins, and feathers welcome!

▫️Experience▫️ My experience with dogs started as a young teen when I volunteered at service dog training center where we trained dogs to assist people with physical disabilities. Several years later, I took what I learned and started my own boarding and obedience training business, which eventually led to training dogs for tricks that put them on national TV. I’m not currently available for training dogs, but I am available for drop ins. Boarding is available for exotics, birds, or other small caged animals if we have room. I have my own parrots and aquatic turtle so I’m accustomed to handling unique diets, fresh foods, and the specialized care that’s required. Animals I have cared for include: rabbits, hedgehogs, guinea pigs, gerbils, goats, donkeys, chickens, birds, turtles, and fish. (And of course, cats and dogs!)

Qualifications

5 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
23 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

▫️It’s the little things!▫️ I will stick closely to our agreed upon schedule and am happy to do small tasks around the house to make it look like you’re still at home. For example, turning on a porch light or lamp in the evening, bringing in the mail, opening blinds, etc. I will keep your preferred vet’s info on file in case of emergencies and send you daily feedback on how they are doing. My goal is to make sure your companion is safe and comfortable and that you can enjoy your travels guilt-free!

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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19 ratings
Mary W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • mar. 30, 2026

The guys love her! We love her!

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Maria R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • mar. 22, 2026

Our pets love Kari!

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Mary W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • feb. 19, 2026

Thank you for taking care of my guys!

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Mary W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • feb. 17, 2026

She’s th best!

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Mary W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • ene. 24, 2026

Kari did an amazing job taking care of Lola! He was so happy when we returned. She even offered to do extra to care for him when the weather turned bad. Thanks for going above and beyond. Very pleased!

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Charisse S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • ene. 15, 2026

So grateful for kind care on such short notice. Our fur babies are always so happy and well cared for when we get home.

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

▫️Schedule▫️ I’m self employed and make my own schedule, so I’m very flexible to client needs. I also homeschool two elementary aged children that often accompany me so kid-friendly pets are a must.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Kari can host up to 5 drop-ins per day
I am happy to work with pets with special needs. I’m familiar with administering pills and have experience with canine seizures and post-op care. If your pet has had any kind of significant medical history, please let me know.
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.