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Karissa T.

Fairfax, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•11 reviews
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Animal lover with pro experience

Pet care experience

Hello all, I'm Karissa! I grew up with multiple cats, my family's Border Collie, and a Pitbull named Dino. Starting college, I was planning to pursue a nursing degree. Things took a turn after I rescued a cat from the street and had to medically care for her. I realized my calling to work with animals, and have been doing so ever since. I am currently studying through the Penn Foster online program to become a Licensed Veterinary Technician. I have experience caring for dogs of all sizes, cats, birds, bunnies, and some reptiles. I also have experience medicating dogs and cats of all temperaments. I have a true love for animals and their unique personalities. I want to meet as many as possible while being a helping hand to all pet owners!

Reviews

Linda M.
Dog Boarding • Feb 05, 2024
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Karissa was the answer to my prayers. I have a diabetic dog, Dexter, and I needed someone familiar with the disease and its management. Karissa working in veterinary care was a big plus. Karissa took great care of my dog. He settled right into her home. Karissa sent me updates every day with a photo. I think Dexter has found his home away from home.

Kathy S.
Dog Boarding • Jun 30, 2023
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My only concern with Karissa taking care of my dog, is that he may not want to come.home! She is responsive, caring, and provides daily updates with photos. I have peace of mind when I have to leave my.pooch.

Kathy S.
Dog Boarding • Jun 28, 2022
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It was the first time our senior dog was in a non-kennel setting. I wish I had used Rover.com sooner and found Karissa! During our meet and greet, I knew Duke would be well taken care of while we were away. She communicated frequently with informative updates and cute photos. My only concern was that my dog wouldn't want to come home with me! I highly recommend Karissa.

Emilia S.
Dog Boarding • Jun 09, 2022
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This was our first time using Rover and we were lucky to find Karissa. We were nervous leaving our dog because she had never been left with a sitter before, but Karissa was a great communicator, sent photos multiple times a day and took great care of our darling puppy. We recommend her! You can tell she has a real compassion for animals and our dog was safe in her care.

About Karissa T.

Communication

4 repeat pet parents
88% response rate
Usually responds in within a few hours
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 cats
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

A typical day

I love to explore new outdoor places. We will walk around my neighborhood, maybe local parks, maybe a dog park (if that is okay). I can take them to any place they like to go and we will have a great time!

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$60per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$35per visit
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
$50per day

Karissa can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Unspayed females accepted, neutered males only
Takes only 1 client at a time

Karissa can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Karissa T.

Communication

4 repeat pet parents
88% response rate
Usually responds in within a few hours
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 cats
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

A typical day

I love to explore new outdoor places. We will walk around my neighborhood, maybe local parks, maybe a dog park (if that is okay). I can take them to any place they like to go and we will have a great time!

Location

Fairfax, VA

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Pets

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Karissa T.

Fairfax, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•11 reviews