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Karina C.

5.0 out of 5 stars
17 repeat clients
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Karina C.

5.0 out of 5 stars
17 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $18 per visit

Highlights

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

Pet care experience

Loving cat and dog mom

Growing up, I am thankful my family were avid animal lovers. Our home was always shared with cats, dogs, and fish. I have been fortunate enough that our love and care for animals has enabled us to have long living pets, with my first cat living until 18 years old and dog until 13 years old. This experience has given me a deep understanding of cat / dog behavior, their health needs, and how to provide the best care at every stage of their life. I’m comfortable managing everything from playful dogs/ kittens to senior dogs/cats with specific health concerns. I also understand the importance of building trust with both cats and dogs and ensuring they feel safe and comfortable, especially when their owners are away. I'm dedicated to creating a routine that suits each pet's personality and needs, whether it's administering medication, providing companionship, or just offering a safe, loving environment.

Qualifications

17 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
10 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

I will treat each pet with the utmost respect and care, ensuring that each pet receives proper attention and one-on-one time. I will make sure to follow each animal's regular routine and schedule as closely as possible. I am very conscientious of others' homes and will clean up after myself and the pets.

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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38 ratings
Jenny C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Jul 11, 2026

Karina was Amazing with our dog!!! He loved his time with her and loved all the walks. She went above & beyond and was Awesome at communicating with me and sending me pictures while we were away! I would highly recommend her to anyone who needs care for their fur babies :)

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Priscila M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jul 10, 2026

The best cat sitter e ver!

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Jack Melina W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jun 30, 2026

Both of our dogs are super comfortable with Karina! She’s caring of the dogs and conscientious of staying in touch with us.

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Priscila M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jun 11, 2026

Karina is an amazing person. She made a point of visiting my cat beforehand, who is blind, to understand his needs. On our first meeting, my cat felt comfortable and rested his head on her, asking for affection… people's energy doesn't lie. Karina followed all the instructions and sent me photos and videos every day. If you are looking for someone trustworthy and loving, Karina needs to be your choice. I will definitely hire her again!

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Anne M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • May 29, 2026

Karina was delightful to meet and she did a great job with our two dogs. She went the extra mile for us by doing it all on a short notice. We really appreciated her being available to lend a walking foot so we could go to Chicago for the day.

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Michael M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • May 15, 2026

Karina is the absolute best she takes such great good care of my cat Aster. I love all the pictures and updates throughout the booking. I would highly recommend booking with Karina

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

Currently, I work fully remote, as such I am able to offer flexibility with my pets, or the pets I'm sitting for. I can be flexible with my routine to ensure that their needs are met, whether it’s feeding, playtime, or just cuddling. I can offer multiple check-ins and am available for walks, play sessions, and monitoring health or behavior throughout the day.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Karina can host up to 3 drop-ins per day
I like to make sure I have a good understanding of each pet (e.g., medication, supplements, triggers, etc.), their likes and dislikes, and their routines.
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.