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Karthik & Xiao S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
18 repeat clients
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Karthik & Xiao S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
18 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $58 per night

Highlights

Karthik & Xiao have Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
21 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication

Pet care experience

WFH fam, fenced yard & playful pups

We are a husband and wife team, and we both work full-time from home, your pup will rarely be left alone. We have extensive experience raising dogs of vastly different personalities and sizes under one roof. We own Sammy, a small Pomeranian Poodle mix, and Kylo Ren, a large Lab/Great Pyrenees gentle giant. Because we live with both a toy breed and a giant breed, we are comfortable handling dogs of any size. We also have a 4-year-old daughter who has grown up with animals; she is incredibly gentle, respectful, and knows how to give dogs their space, making our home a warm, family-friendly environment.

Qualifications

18 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
21 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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42 ratings
Carlie H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 09, 2026

Leaving our Vinny here with Karthik & Xiao was a 10/10 experience! Our dog loved their big yard and all of their other pups 💖 we also got TONS of photos which made being away so much easier 🫶🏻 we had so much peace of mind leaving our dog here with them and will absolutely be back!

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Courtney K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 04, 2026

Karthik and Xiao were wonderful with our sweet girl Penny! They sent daily photos and messages throughout her stay with them ! Their home is perfect for keeping dogs safe and well loved ! I know Penny was given lots of love and pets during her stay !!

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Katy B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 26, 2026

Whole experience was perfect and top tier, from start to finish, including a whole album of amazing photos of our girl having the best time!

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Angela B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 19, 2026

Karthik & Xiao provided the most amazing care for our playful girl, Emmy! They were very communicative and sent us lots of pics! We felt so good that our baby was in such good hands and will definitely be booking with their family again. 10/10 recommend Karthik and Xiao!

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Kannapiran R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 16, 2026

Karthik and family took great care of our boy Tide. They shared tons of pictures and were super easy to work with. Tide had a great time playing with their dogs. We will definitely reach out to Karthik and Xiao when we need pet care for Tide next time. Highly recommend them to anyone looking for a pet sitter

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Fernando I.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 15, 2026

Karthik and Xiao were absolutely wonderful with my two dogs, Polly and Milo! I booked Milo's stay last minute for the 4th of July weekend, and when Polly's original arrangement fell through, they graciously agreed to host her as well. It was such a relief to have both dogs in one place with people I could trust. They made Polly and Milo feel completely at home — I could tell the dogs were relaxed, happy, and well cared for the entire stay. I highly recommend Karthik and Xiao to anyone looking for kind, flexible, and attentive pet sitters. We'll definitely be booking with them again!

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Schedule

We are a husband and wife team, and we both work full-time from home. This allows us to fit pet care seamlessly into our daily routine. Because we are home all day, your dog receives constant companionship and potty breaks every 2–4 hours to keep them active. In the evenings, work stops and family time begins. Your dog will hang out with us for cuddles and relaxation. We have a huge yard for fetch, but we are also happy to incorporate brief neighborhood walks if that is what your dog prefers.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
Children 0-5 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Safety, trust & environment

Safety is our top priority. We have a fully fenced yard where dogs can run freely, but we are weather-aware; if it gets cold or uncomfortable, everyone comes back inside to get cozy immediately. Your dog will have two built-in best friends here: Sammy (our Pomapoo) is the 'queen bee' who loves to hang by my side, while Kylo Ren (our Pyrenees/Lab) is the playful social butterfly who loves having a running mate. We have a curious but calm 4-year-old daughter who is dog-savvy and gentle. We believe in active supervision and ensure interactions between dogs and children are always monitored to keep everyone safe. We also send daily photos and videos so you can see exactly how much fun your pup is having!

Pets

A typical day

Your dog will never be bored here! Since we have a large, fenced-in yard, the main event is plenty of outdoor time playing fetch and running around. If you are comfortable with it, I am happy to drive them to the local dog park for a change of scenery, or we can stick to sniff-walks around our quiet neighborhood. Inside, the fun continues with our two dogs. Kylo (our Lab/Great Pyrenees mix) is essentially a built-in playmate who will keep your dog entertained, while Sammy ensures everyone stays in line. Whether your dog loves high-energy wrestling or just hanging out in the yard, they will fit right in.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only
Karthik & Xiao can host up to 5 pets per night
To ensure your pet feels right at home, please share their typical daily routine - including feeding habits, sleeping arrangements, and potty schedule. It is also helpful to know how they interact with children and other dogs, along with any dietary restrictions or special quirks we should be aware of to make their stay perfect!
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.