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Karina R.

5.0 out of 5 stars
1 repeat client
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Karina R.

5.0 out of 5 stars
1 repeat client

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $25 per visit

Highlights

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

Pet care experience

Experience Pet Sitter!

I have worked in the pet care and veterinary field for about 10 years total. Looking for extra income while in grad school. Love animals!

Cat care experience

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Cats for the win

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

Qualifications

1 repeat pet parent
94% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
70% bookings with photo updates
5 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

I treat them like I treat my pets. They’re family and they should be respected and understood. I have fear free experiences, which is helpful.

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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4 ratings
Amanda D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • mar. 08, 2026

My geriatric dogs always do so well with her! We just left for over a week and Karina was amazing with communication and all of the photos! Looking forward to booking with her again in the future!

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Jennifer P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • feb. 17, 2026

I’m so glad I tried looking for another sitter and found Karina! She did a fantastic job! She truly cared for Zoey and made time to know her, and eventually they became buddies! Zoey has a separation anxiety and could be difficult to handle (she won’t leave the house even to go potty). But Karina took effort & was so patient with Zoey and made sure she got to potty for the day. The house was the same as how we left it. I definitely will book Karina again even for drop ins! Thank you so much, Karina! We appreciate you so much!

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Amanda D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • ene. 12, 2026

Karina was so great and attentive to our senior dogs. She went above and beyond while caring for them! Looking forward to using her again in the future!

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Samantha R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • dic. 09, 2025

Karina and Bruno bonded during the stay. She followed all instructions provided. She went above and beyond for Bruno!

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Fidel G.
nov. 28, 2025

My dog has a lot of energy and requires more exercise than I can provide at times. Karina is very helpful as she take my dog on hiking trips and long walks when I am away. I trust her to make sure my dog is safe and cared for. She has experience as a Vet Tech and former experience working in doggie day care during College. She has a alot of experience working with many pets!

Samantha R.
nov. 28, 2025

Karina is a Zoology major and a certified Vet Tech with more than 4 years of experience. She is passionate about caring for all animals, especially dogs. I consider her a dog whisper, as he energy attracts the love dogs. She sincerely cares about animals and is very knowledgeable in the field. She has 5 family pets she cares for when needed. From the smallest pet to the largest, Karina can do anything pertaining to the love and care a pet needs.

Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I’m currently a grad student, I attend school only two nights a week. I’m looking to fill in the day with walks and pet sitting.

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
I do like to know their shyness level with strangers, as some dogs take longer to warm up than others. I also like to know activity and energy level just so I am prepared with anything I may need. In terms of medication or illness, please disclose, I feel comfortable with mostly everything. I will be honest if it something I’ve never done before.
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.