Karisma S.
Port Angeles, WA
Veterinary assistant, cat lover
Pet care experience
Growing up in Port Angeles near the Olympic National Park, I have always had a strong love for animals. I received my Bachelor’s degree in wildlife biology so that I could work towards preserving threatened or endangered species. Through internships, volunteering, work experience, and personal experience, I’ve cared for a variety of species including cats, dogs, amphibians, reptiles, beavers, big cats, and wolf-dogs. I have 1.5 years experience working as a cat caregiver at a no-kill nonprofit animal rescue. During my time as a caregiver, I worked with special needs cats, senior cats, and kittens. I am currently working as a veterinary assistant at a local veterinary clinic. I have worked with dogs and cats with a variety of health conditions and temperaments.
Reviews
Very professional and did a great job caring for my 2 dogs. Also amazing communication, thank you so much!
Karisma was wonderful! Our pups were happy as can be when we got home. She communicates well and even sent pics! Highly recommend her!
Awesome! Karisma was exactly what our Flash needed to keep him busy during our visit to PA! Highly recommend. She knows her dogs! Thank you again!
Karisma did a great job reading instructions and paying attention to detail. I'll definitely be booking with her again
About Karisma S.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I would prefer to conduct a meet and greet with both you and your animal present prior to caring for them in order to establish their trust. I will happily take your dog(s) for 30 minute walks around your neighborhood, and I will pick up after them during walks as well. For in home visits, if I am letting your dog out to potty, I will make sure that it is only within a fenced area that your dog cannot jump, or that your dog is on a leash. I am also a firm advocate for indoor-only cats and I am careful to not let your cats outside when I enter or exit your home. I have experience feeding pets dry food, wet food, prescription diets, and raw food diets, and will be more than happy to keep your pet on their regular meal regiment while you are gone as I understand the importance of an established routine for animals. I have experience with medicating cats such as giving them eye drops, ear drops, pills, liquid oral medications, and subcutaneous injections. Lastly, I’ll make sure that everyone always has fresh water.
Information Karisma S. would like to know about your pet
Please let me know if your dog pulls on the leash, or if your pet has triggers (fast movements, other dogs, cats, squirrels, children, etc.) that I should be aware of.
A typical day
Usually, I would like to keep your dog closer to their own neighborhood that they are familiar with. If the owner specifically requests that I bring their dog somewhere else, I am willing to do so. I like to go for slower paced walks so the dogs have plenty of time to sniff everything. For kitties, I know many cats love to play with a variety of toys and this is something I very much enjoy doing.
Services
Karisma can watch in your home
Availability
I have two cats of my own. I also work as a veterinary assistant full-time where I provide medical care to animals. This includes giving vaccines, drawing blood, trimming nails, providing food and water, and cleaning cages for animals that are staying in the hospital for extended periods of time.
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About Karisma S.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I would prefer to conduct a meet and greet with both you and your animal present prior to caring for them in order to establish their trust. I will happily take your dog(s) for 30 minute walks around your neighborhood, and I will pick up after them during walks as well. For in home visits, if I am letting your dog out to potty, I will make sure that it is only within a fenced area that your dog cannot jump, or that your dog is on a leash. I am also a firm advocate for indoor-only cats and I am careful to not let your cats outside when I enter or exit your home. I have experience feeding pets dry food, wet food, prescription diets, and raw food diets, and will be more than happy to keep your pet on their regular meal regiment while you are gone as I understand the importance of an established routine for animals. I have experience with medicating cats such as giving them eye drops, ear drops, pills, liquid oral medications, and subcutaneous injections. Lastly, I’ll make sure that everyone always has fresh water.
Information Karisma S. would like to know about your pet
Please let me know if your dog pulls on the leash, or if your pet has triggers (fast movements, other dogs, cats, squirrels, children, etc.) that I should be aware of.
A typical day
Usually, I would like to keep your dog closer to their own neighborhood that they are familiar with. If the owner specifically requests that I bring their dog somewhere else, I am willing to do so. I like to go for slower paced walks so the dogs have plenty of time to sniff everything. For kitties, I know many cats love to play with a variety of toys and this is something I very much enjoy doing.
Location
Port Angeles, WA
Pets
Karisma S.
Port Angeles, WA