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Karina & Jared S.

Star Sitter

Barkhamsted, CT

5.0 out of 5 stars
130 reviews
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Services

Karina & Jared can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat

Karina & Jared can care for

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

Availability

I mostly work from home, so boarding and daycare services fit my schedule the best and my husband Jared does housesitting for those clients who prefer to stay in their own environment. For my boarding and daycare clients: I have a fully fenced in yard for running around, and having a great time! *Important information for the first-time clients: I don’t do meet and greets for boarding and daycare, because it doesn’t give me enough info about a client so I will have to either keep them for a whole day (if you want daycare services) or one trial night if you plan to leave your munchkin with me for 3 nights or more). Please note that I might need a few weeks' notice before any boarding happens since I need to schedule a trial boarding for each potential guest. While I can potentially accommodate last-minute requests, it is best to contact me at least a week in advance since I might not be available for your chosen dates. Also, I have a policy on drop-off/pick-up times: please note that all first-time clients preferably have to schedule their dog’s drop-off in the evening between 6:30-8:00 pm on weekdays and pick up times vary on a client-to-client basis. No morning drop-offs/pick ups please (especially on the weekends) as I have other commitments besides doggy-sitting, and weekends’ mornings are for us to rest, so the earliest drop off for Sat/Sun is 12:30 pm. Make sure you pick up your pooch no later than 8:00 pm cos my husband gets up to go to work very early, so he can't be disturbed by late pickups. If you do pick up later than 8:00 pm, I will have to charge you an inconvenience fee which is based on how late you are. Thank you for understanding.

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About Karina & Jared S.

Communication

60 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

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

Cat skills

Oral medication administration

Safety, trust & environment

Food/water bowls, guest crates, blankets, and many yummy treats are supplied, but if you want to bring your bowls and treats-no problem. I don’t accept outside blankets/dog beds since my husband is allergic to some detergents, so I wash ours with an allergen-free detergent. For my dog-walking clients: I can bring some yumminess with me and we'll sure have a good time bonding!

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Karina & Jared S. would like to know about your pet

Is the dog aggressive? Any allergies to anything? Any medical conditions and meds prescribed? What is his/her feeding schedule? Potty schedule? How does he/she react to other dogs (if we do boarding/daycare)?

A typical day

We can play in my fenced-in yard with your pet’s favorite toy, can arrange for some group play if I have more than 1 boarder present (and everybody’s friendly towards each other ) as well as have fun in my house. If a pooch loves to play fetch, I can accommodate that and we’ll have a blast together! Do not hesitate to contact me!

Location

Barkhamsted, CT

Karina & Jared S.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Karina & Jared S. have Star Sitter status

The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.

TLC provider for furry friends;).

Pet care experience

Come bark with us at Barkhamsted!;) Hi and thank you for your interest in my profile! I provide dog/cat sitting, at-home care, feeding, and walking services to your beloved pet. He/ she will get the best attention and much-needed TLC guaranteed:). I grew up with pets, became a first-time dog mom in 2004, and dog-sat for some of my friends when they were on vacation, therefore as you can see I have the necessary experience needed to care for your baby. If you want me to videotape our time together or take pictures/send texts- it could absolutely be done, no problem. With an animal lover like me, you will never have to worry about anything. As an added bonus-I hold a pet CPR/First Aid certificate from the American Red Cross. Besides taking care of dogs and cats, my husband Jared can also take care of horses, cows, pigs, and chickens since he grew up on the farm, and he knows his way around farm animals!:)

Cat care experience

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Loving Care for Every Purr!😻

Karina & Jared also care for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Reviews

Sandra B.
Drop-In Visits • Jul 13, 2026
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Karina and Jared took care of Finn on Short notice. Finn was comfortable and happy when we returned. We appreciate the level of care they provide.

Richard M.
Boarding • Jul 13, 2026
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Fantastic service with constant contact!

Bridget S.
Drop-In Visits • Jul 06, 2026
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This is the third time that Jared has taken care of my cat while we were away. Once again, excellent care and service. Reliable and attentive. He did everything I asked. I will be booking Karina and Jared again later this summer!

Kaitlyn F.
House Sitting • Jul 06, 2026
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Karina and Jared were great! They were very responsive and accommodating with our last-minute request. They sent photos and updates letting us know our pup was in good hands and they left the house clean and water bowls full. Would definitely book again.

About Karina & Jared S.

Communication

60 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

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

Cat skills

Oral medication administration

Safety, trust & environment

Food/water bowls, guest crates, blankets, and many yummy treats are supplied, but if you want to bring your bowls and treats-no problem. I don’t accept outside blankets/dog beds since my husband is allergic to some detergents, so I wash ours with an allergen-free detergent. For my dog-walking clients: I can bring some yumminess with me and we'll sure have a good time bonding!

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Karina & Jared S. would like to know about your pet

Is the dog aggressive? Any allergies to anything? Any medical conditions and meds prescribed? What is his/her feeding schedule? Potty schedule? How does he/she react to other dogs (if we do boarding/daycare)?

A typical day

We can play in my fenced-in yard with your pet’s favorite toy, can arrange for some group play if I have more than 1 boarder present (and everybody’s friendly towards each other ) as well as have fun in my house. If a pooch loves to play fetch, I can accommodate that and we’ll have a blast together! Do not hesitate to contact me!

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Karina & Jared S.

Star Sitter

Barkhamsted, CT

5.0 out of 5 stars
130 reviews