Karina L.
Karina L.
Highlights
Pet care experience
Trustworthy Pro Pet Care
Hello. I’m Karina, and caring for animals has been a central part of my life for many years. In addition to caring for dogs and cats, I have extensive experience working with horses, including high-performance equine athletes. That background has taught me to be calm, observant, consistent, and attentive to each animal’s individual personality and needs. I understand that every pet is different. Some want an energetic walk, while others simply need a consistent routine, patience, and companionship. My priority is making sure your pet feels safe, comfortable, and cared for with me. I specialize in reliable weekday lunchtime dog walks and drop-in visits in the Encino area, making me a great fit for busy professionals who want consistent, dependable care. I also offer cat drop-in visits and limited boarding for dogs that are friendly with my own well-socialized dog and cat. You’ll receive updates and photos during every visit so you can feel confident that your pet is happy and well cared for. I know how much trust it takes to leave your pet with someone else, and I treat every animal as if they were my own. I look forward to meeting you and your furry family!
Qualifications
Pets
Safety, trust & environment
Boarding dogs stay in my home as part of the family, with plenty of attention, exercise, and a consistent routine. I have a secure balcony and easy access to a large grassy area for potty breaks and fresh air. Depending on each dog’s personality and energy level, we can enjoy walks in my quiet condo complex or explore the dog-friendly neighborhood nearby. I only accept dogs that are a good fit for my home and my own friendly, well-socialized dog, so everyone stays safe, relaxed, and happy. My goal is to provide a calm, comfortable environment where your dog feels at home while you’re away. With your permission, I’m also happy to take well-trained dogs on special outings, such as nature trails or to the horse facilities where I spend time, for additional exercise and enrichment when appropriate.
Ratings and reviews
I can’t recommend Karina highly enough. She is one of the most caring, thoughtful, and capable people I know. Whether it’s cats, small or large dogs, or even horses, she has the knowledge, experience, and calm confidence that make both pets and their owners feel at ease. Karina has cared for my dogs several times, and I always knew they were in the very best hands. She treats every animal with genuine love, patience, and respect, and she pays attention to each pet’s individual needs. I would trust her without hesitation with any beloved furry family member. Any pet would be lucky to have Karina caring for them.
Karina was an absolute gift to our family and to Enzo, our Jack Russell. From the moment she started caring for him while we traveled, we could tell he felt completely at home with her. There’s no faking that kind of comfort in a dog — Enzo has always been particular about who he trusts, and he warmed to Karina right away. Every time we came home, he was happy, relaxed, and clearly well-loved in our absence. Karina paid attention to the little things: his routines, his quirks, his love of curling up on the couch, and his preference for sleeping on a bed rather than the floor. That level of care gave us real peace of mind whenever we were away, knowing Enzo wasn’t just being looked after but genuinely cared for. We can’t recommend Karina highly enough to anyone looking for someone trustworthy, attentive, and truly loving with their pet. She treated Enzo like her own, and we’re so grateful to have found her.
I can’t recommend Karina highly enough! She took wonderful care of my dog, Lola, while I was traveling abroad, and I had complete peace of mind the entire time. Karina treated Lola like she was her own, making sure she was happy, comfortable, and well cared for every single day. She kept me updated with frequent photos, videos, and messages, which meant so much while I was away. It was obvious from every update how much love, patience, and attention Lola was receiving. When I came home, Lola was relaxed, happy, and clearly had been in the best hands. Karina is responsible, trustworthy, reliable, and has a genuine love for animals. I would trust her with my dog again without hesitation and wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for an exceptional pet sitter.
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Schedule
Pet care is something I intentionally build into my weekly routine. I provide consistent weekday lunchtime walks and drop-in visits, making me a great fit for busy professionals who want dependable care while they’re at work. My schedule also allows me to offer weekend boarding and pet care by arrangement. I enjoy having a routine that lets me give each pet my full attention and provide reliable, consistent care.
Prices include all fees.