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Karl W.

Star Sitter

Clintonville, Columbus, OH

5.0 out of 5 stars
286 reviews
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Services

Karl can host

16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat

Karl can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

I'm home most of the time. I teach guitar lessons in my basement studio M-W afternoons. I'm often out of the house on Friday and Saturday nights for performances, but other than that, I'll be home treating your dog as if it were my own. The dogs here get a lot of attention!

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About Karl W.

Communication

111 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

40 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a fenced yard, and always supervise backyard play. I have a dog-proof home, and am able to confine with gates and/or crates, as necessary.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Karl W. would like to know about your pet

I'd like to do a Meet and Greet with your dog and you before I agree to service, but it's not a dealbreaker! All dogs staying in my house must wear a collar with evidence of current rabies vaccination and owner ID. I will also put an ID tag on your dog with my contact information on it. I will not accept bookings for un-neutered dogs older than 6 months. I will have as many as four dogs at my house at one time, and I am usually full. If your dog doesn't get along with others, I am not the sitter for you. I am happy to reserve my home for your dog alone, but I have to charge double. Please do not bring any crates, beds, toys, blankets, etc. I have everything that your dog needs other than food and medications. I cannot take dogs from homes in which people smoke.

A typical day

Whatever you and your dog need: walks, exercise, special feeding, medications, transportation. I can happily provide video or photo updates. Whatever you and your pooch need to be comfortable and happy is my desire.

Location

Columbus, OH

Karl W.'s Neighborhood

Karl W. has Star Sitter status

The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.

Dogs are my favorite folks!

Pet care experience

I take up to four dogs at once, and am usually full. If your dog doesn't get along with others, I am not the sitter for you. Now that we got that out of the way.... Make Karl’s Doggy BnB your pup’s home away from home. With over 35 years’ experience in the grooming and kennel industries, I have a deep understanding of dog behavior. I have helped many friends with behavior and training issues in addition to training my own dogs. I don’t currently have any dogs of my own, but I maintain a minimalist, dog-friendly home with a large, safe backyard. I have decades of experience with all types of dogs and welcome senior dogs, special needs, special feeding, behaviors, medications. I love having canine guests anytime! I’m a full time professional music teacher and performer, so I spend most of each day at home. Everyone gets lots of attention while they’re here. I’m on E. Weber Rd in Clintonville, between Indianola and Summit. I work mostly from home and will have lots of time to play with your pups. I can usually be very flexible with pick up and drop-off times. I have a fenced yard, and supervise all outside visits. I often have multiple clients at once, and energetic play is kept to a minimum inside the house. Feedings are 100% supervised, and everyone is fed in separate spaces. I can crate dogs that cannot be left out, so that they don't get into anything. I have a very dog-proof home.

Reviews

Garth H.
Boarding • Jun 05, 2026
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Staying with Karl is like a vacation for our dog. Each time he gets to meet and play with new friends, and Karl is great at communicating and sending pictures of their adventures.

Boarding • Apr 08, 2026

Karl W. cancelled a booking 2 days before it was scheduled to begin.

Brianna R.
Boarding • Apr 06, 2026
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Karl is always amazing! I’ve used him multiple times and have never had an issue. Every single time, he’s been responsive, reliable, and I’ve never had a moment of worry about my pup.

Linda B.
Boarding • Mar 24, 2026
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Karl was the greatest! our littlest dog didn't want to leave. . . The boys had a WONDERFUL time, and we stopped worrying about them after the first photo. Thank you Karl, for taking such good care of our pups!

About Karl W.

Communication

111 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

40 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a fenced yard, and always supervise backyard play. I have a dog-proof home, and am able to confine with gates and/or crates, as necessary.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Karl W. would like to know about your pet

I'd like to do a Meet and Greet with your dog and you before I agree to service, but it's not a dealbreaker! All dogs staying in my house must wear a collar with evidence of current rabies vaccination and owner ID. I will also put an ID tag on your dog with my contact information on it. I will not accept bookings for un-neutered dogs older than 6 months. I will have as many as four dogs at my house at one time, and I am usually full. If your dog doesn't get along with others, I am not the sitter for you. I am happy to reserve my home for your dog alone, but I have to charge double. Please do not bring any crates, beds, toys, blankets, etc. I have everything that your dog needs other than food and medications. I cannot take dogs from homes in which people smoke.

A typical day

Whatever you and your dog need: walks, exercise, special feeding, medications, transportation. I can happily provide video or photo updates. Whatever you and your pooch need to be comfortable and happy is my desire.

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Karl W.

Star Sitter

Clintonville, Columbus, OH

5.0 out of 5 stars
286 reviews