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Karla H.

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Karla H.

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Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $20 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

Experienced, Caring Pet Sitter - RI

With over 3 years of full time overnight and long-term petsitting experience, I bring real expertise and a whole lot of love to caring for your pets. I grew up on a cattle ranch in Oregon, and animals have been part of my life ever since. I've gone on to care for pets all over the world through various sitting opportunities. I'm comfortable with dogs of different breeds, sizes and energy levels, and I enjoy getting to know each cat's particular quirks. I'm also experienced with senior pets, including administering medications, managing mobility issues, and keeping a close eye on any special needs they have. Over the years I've cared for horses, dogs, cats, and even shrimp, so whatever your pet's personality, your furry (or fin-y) family member will be in experienced, loving hands.

Cat care experience

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Experienced, Caring Cat Sitter RI

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

Qualifications

100% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
10 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I’m available for overnight sits or to drop by and walk and feed pets or check on them while you’re away. The comfort of pets and their owners is my top priority. I’m discreet, punctual and communicative.

Ratings and reviews

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Anthony T.
lip 01, 2026

We have worked with Karla on a prior sit. She was absolutely incredible (easily one of the top cat sitters we’ve ever had, and we’ve had quite a few over the years). She stayed with our 20 year old cat, Dmitri, for about two weeks, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience. From the start, it was clear how attentive and caring she is. He received plenty of love, attention, and all the care he needed while we were away. It’s always a relief to come home to a calm, content cat, and that’s exactly what we found. Karla also took great care of our home. Everything was clean and in excellent condition when we returned, which made coming back even easier. Her communication was spot-on throughout the entire stay. She provided updates at just the right frequency, enough to keep us reassured without ever feeling excessive. We would absolutely recommend Karla to anyone looking for a reliable, caring, and personable cat sitter. She went above and beyond, and we would be thrilled to have her back anytime.

Jayne L.
cze 28, 2026

Karla pet sat for us for six weeks in 2024. She had the responsibility of two energetic dogs and a household with plenty of plants and vegetables and a hot tub to keep regulated. She did a wonderful job and we came back to find everything in great shape. She is supremely capable and is able to problem solve if anything crops up. She sent us pictures of the dogs during her stay, which was also reassuring. We would not hesitate to have her back or to recommend her for other sits. You can feel confident when she is in charge.😊

Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I currently work from home full time Monday to Friday. I have a flexible work schedule and can organize my time around walks and overnight sits.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Karla can host up to 2 drop-ins per day
Before a sit, I like to know your pet's daily routine (feeding times, portions, and any dietary restrictions or allergies). Please let me know about medications (dosage and timing), any medical conditions, and your vet's contact info in case of emergency. I also appreciate knowing your pet's personality and habits: what makes them anxious, how they do with strangers or other animals, favorite toys or comfort items, and any commands or cues they respond to. For dogs, leash behavior and recall are especially helpful to know about. The more detail you share, the more comfortable and at-home your pet will feel with me.
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.