Karla O.
Karla O.
Contact for Boarding
from $65 per night
Highlights
Pet care experience
⭐5-Star, Flexible Care for pets !🐾
Hi, I’m Karla! 👋 I provide calm, structured, and loving care for dogs of all ages and needs. Pet parents choose me because I don’t just watch dogs I understand them, advocate for them, and create a safe, low-stress environment where they can truly relax. With a strong background in animal science and canine behavior, I’m especially experienced with: • Puppies learning routines and structure • Dogs with anxiety or behavioral sensitivities • Senior and special-needs dogs who require extra patience and monitoring 🎓 Education & Expertise • Master’s in Professional Science (Canine & Feline Behavior & Nutrition) • Bachelor’s in Animal Science • Associate’s in Animal Industry (Large Animals) • Certified in Pet First Aid & CPR 🐾 What Your Dog’s Care Looks Like • Supervised, calm play (no overcrowding) • Consistent routines for feeding, walks, and rest • Safety gates and separation when needed • Close monitoring of behavior, appetite, and comfort • Frequent photo and video updates for peace of mind I work from home, allowing me to be present and flexible with your dog’s schedule. While I live in an apartment, safety, structure, and attentive supervision are always my top priorities. 🐶 I’m a Great Fit If Your Dog: • Benefits from calm, attentive care • Needs structure or a predictable routine • Is a senior or has special needs • Gets overwhelmed in large group settings My goal is simple: for you to enjoy your time away knowing your dog is safe, understood, and genuinely cared for — just like family. 🐾
Cat care experience
Karla also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
Another great stay. !! Benjiii enjoy his stay and was so happy. Thank you Karla!!
Karla was very patient and connected with ginger right away. She is calm and understands dog behavior.
Karla was amazing watching over my doggie. Very attentive. She sends multiple updates throughout the day and provides daily pictures. A1 care taker. !!!!! 👏
Karla is great! She is super sweet and very attentive. She sent frequent pics and updates of my pup which was much appreciated. My pup was well taken care of and we can’t wait to use Karla again. Would highly recommend!
Can’t say enough great things about Karla! My pup loves her, she provides consistent updates, I can tell he was well taken care of and loved up when I pick him up, and she’s been incredibly understanding with any travel issues. Highly highly recommend!
Karla was amazing with my dog Leo, once again. Super reliable, caring, and kept me updated the whole time. Highly recommend!
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Schedule
I work from home, which allows me to accommodate your pet’s routine with flexibility. I can play with and care for your animal most days, unless otherwise scheduled. I am available on most weekends and weekdays.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
With my experience in animal behavior, I can recognize signs of discomfort, fear, or nervousness in dogs. I use gates for safety and am comfortable with crate training. Although I live in a building, I am vigilant about any risks since I have my own dog. If your pet has any specific needs, please let me know!
Pets
A typical day
A typical day is calm, structured, and tailored to each dog’s needs. We start the morning with potty breaks and a walk, followed by breakfast and some downtime to relax and settle in. Throughout the day, I provide supervised play, enrichment activities, and mental stimulation using toys, puzzles, or gentle training games—always based on your dog’s energy level and comfort. I incorporate additional walks and potty breaks as needed, and if the weather allows, we may visit a nearby park for a change of scenery. Rest periods are built into the day so dogs aren’t overstimulated, especially puppies and seniors. In the evening, we wind down with another walk, dinner, and a calm bedtime routine. Because I work from home, your dog is closely supervised, follows a consistent routine, and receives plenty of attention, affection, and care throughout the day.