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Karina M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
12 repeat clients
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Karina M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
12 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $40 per visit

Highlights

Enhanced background check
10 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Young, energized, animal lover!

I grew up in a household where all animals were loved, scales, fur, hair, you name it! We were very close friends with a professional dog breeder, and always had multiple animals of our own running all over the house! I have been bottle feeding, potty training, leash training, and socializing dogs specifically for many years. I also did two years college for animal science (training includes cattle, horses, pigs, rabbits, dogs, cats, rodents, etc.) It is my dream to one day open a veterinary practice of my own. In my household, we currently have dogs, cats, snakes, and lizards. I love all animals, I am not afraid to get my hands dirty, and I've never met an animal I didn't love as my own!

Cat care experience

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Consistent & compassionate cat care

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

Qualifications

12 repeat pet parents
76% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
10 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

I always get to know the animal first, learn their traits and routines. Are they an escape artist? Are they food/treat motivated? What is their routine with their owner? Are they reactive? I will only do what is comfortable with the animal and their owner, and stick to their schedule you have set with them already.

Ratings and reviews

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Melanie M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • May 27, 2026

Karina stayed in home with our two dogs & reptiles for a week. She sent updates and cute photos of each pet. Super great at communication and treated our pets as her own. So happy we could trust our home and fur (plus scaley) pet babies with her without worry.

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Eric B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Apr 13, 2026

Karina made it easy for me to be gone a few days by staying at my house with my dog. I felt at ease and would highly recommend her.

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Melanie M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Apr 05, 2026

Karina came in to check on my two dogs. She fed them dinner, played and took care of our older dog’s needs. Overall, super sweet and happy to trust her with the dogs.

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Gwen H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Mar 16, 2026

Karina did a great job taking care of our boy. She was very communicative and flexible and we’d happily book with her again :)

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John R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Oct 29, 2025

Karina was so great!!! Our dog is very spoiled and particular and Karina was fantastic with him. We were very comfortable with Karina in our home and DJ was loved and well cared for. He loved Karina!

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Daniel B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jul 07, 2025

Karina was amazing! All of my pets were well cared for and she sent me plenty of updates. She left the house in perfect order and her communication was great. Would definitely book again

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I currently work a full time, Monday to Friday job. I am available in the mornings, evenings, over night and on the weekends! Staying over night is no issue! Check ins are almost always possible! I have done daily check ins, and stays for 10+ days. I am very accommodating to your needs. Life can be very busy, so I am offering that little bit of support that you may need!

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Karina can host up to 2 drop-ins per day
Let me know if your dog has any behavioral ticks, I am willing to work with all animals, as long as I am made aware of any possible issues.
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.