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Kira K.

Gaithersburg, MD

5.0 out of 5 stars
48 reviews
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Services

Kira can host

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

Kira can care for

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

Availability

Looking for a safe, loving, and homey environment for your dog while you’re away? I’m a retired Air Force veteran, full-time stay-at-home mom, and lifelong dog lover with endless availability to care for your furry family member!

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About Kira K.

Communication

17 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

Safe & Fun Environment – I have a fenced yard with a patio. I spend a lot of time outside with my pups especially with the nicer weather. I do not leave any of the pups unattended outside. I have a friendly, calm Belgium Shepherd, he is 19 years young and a very playful and energetic Mini Bernedoodle, he is 9 months old. Whether your pup needs a chill friend to spend time with or an energetic, pup, the best of both worlds is here! There is access to private trails and open fields for mental and physical stimulation.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Kira K. would like to know about your pet

Personalized, Loving Care – With 15+ years in healthcare, I understand the importance of attentive, compassionate care for every pup’s unique needs. Some detailed information about your pup we can discuss further at our meet and greet! I can’t wait to meet your pup and give the them the extra love they need while their parent(s) are away! 🐶 1. Basic Dog Information • Dog’s name, breed, age, sex, and weight • Is your dog spayed/neutered? • How long have you had your dog? Rescue or from puppy? • Does your dog have a microchip? Does your dog have a history of running when there is an open door? 🩺 2. Health & Veterinary Info • Veterinarian’s name, clinic, and contact number • Vaccination status (including Rabies, Bordetella, DHPP, Leptospirosis) • Date of last flea/tick and heartworm treatment • Any current health conditions or recent surgeries/injuries? • Does your dog take daily medication or supplements? • If yes: list name, dose, time, and method (e.g., with food, hidden in treat, etc.) • Any allergies (food, medication, or environmental)? • Any dietary restrictions or sensitivities? 🍽️ 3. Feeding Details • Type of food (brand, flavor, wet/dry/raw) • Feeding schedule and portion size. Does your dog pick at their food or eat it all in one go? Sometimes not eat/skip a meal their first day at a new place? • Any treat preferences or restrictions? • Can your dog have human food at all? • Any special feeding instructions? (e.g., raised bowl, add water, separate feeding area) I do separate my dogs from each other and any guest pups staying (as I have a new puppy that is still learning his manners to not eat his dog brothers food) they are not food aggressive. 🦴 4. Behavior & Temperament • How does your dog behave around other dogs? (e.g., friendly, shy, dominant, selective, reactive) • How does your dog behave around children? (I have a 10 year old son that absolutely loves all animals and has always been around dogs since birth. Very gentle and loves to play with them). • Any fears or triggers? (e.g., thunderstorms, fireworks, bicycles, men, loud noises) • How does your dog react to new environments or being alone? • Has your dog ever bitten, snapped, or shown aggression toward a person or animal? • Any resource guarding (food, toys, beds, people)? • Does your dog bark, chew, dig, or jump excessively? • What’s your dog’s energy level? (low, moderate, high) • Favorite toys, games, or comfort items? 🚶 5. Exercise & Routine • Typical daily routine (walk times, nap times, bedtime) • How much exercise does your dog need per day? • How is your dog on leash (pulls, reactive, calm)? • Does your dog know basic commands (sit, stay, come, down, off)? 🛏️ 6. Boarding & Home Habits • Is your dog crate trained? (and for how long at a time) If your dog is crate trained- please provide your own crate. • Where does your dog usually sleep at home? • Is your dog house trained? Any recent accidents? • Is your dog allowed on furniture or beds? • Does your dog mark indoors? • Does your dog need night lights, white noise, or comfort items? 🚗 7. Pick-up / Drop-off / Emergency • Owner’s emergency contact (different from primary owner) • Authorized pick-up persons (if applicable) • Owner’s travel details (if boarding while away) if unable to contact for any reason- please provide additional contact information. (i.e. out of country, low service area) • Preferred method of updates: text, photo, video, daily report, etc. • In case of emergency: • Should I take your dog to their vet or the nearest emergency vet? • Spending limit for emergency vet care? 💬 8. Socialization & Daycare Preferences • Has your dog attended daycare or boarding before? Where? How socialized has your dog been? (Very, moderately, not a lot) • Does your dog prefer playgroups, solo play, or quiet rest time? • Are there any specific dogs or breeds your dog struggles with? • Is your dog allowed to share toys or water bowls with others? ✈️ 9. Owner Notes / Special Requests • Anything else I should know to make your dog’s stay comfortable and stress-free? • Any training cues or words I should use consistently? • Any behaviors to encourage or discourage?

A typical day

Stress-Free, Family Atmosphere – Your dog will feel like part of our family from day one! Whether your pup needs exercise, socialization, or just a cozy home-away-from-home, I’d love to help!

Location

Gaithersburg, MD

Kira K.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Tails never stop wagging!

Pet care experience

I am experienced and passionate about dogs – Raised around dogs, trained two Seeing Eye Dogs, and rescued two pups who changed my life. One of my rescues I still have is a senior dog that is a healthy 19 year old boy, with a lot of love to share.

Reviews

Xan Y.
Boarding • nov. 06, 2025
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Best dog sitter ever!

Alex M.
Boarding • mai 12, 2025
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Amazing experience with Kira! Our 3 month old berner, Samson, had an amazing long weekend with Kira and her family (both the 2-legged and 4-legged family members). It was his/our first time using Rover and I could not recommend her enough to other dog owners. Every day I got the most wonderful updates, and I could absolutely see how much she cared for Samson, only having just met him! 10/10! Kira gave us great recommendations, which have helped tremendously, as we are new puppy owners and have a lot to learn. Samson even came back having learned how to go up and down stairs!

Erin G.
Boarding • avr. 14, 2025
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Thank you for taking such great care of Bailey while I was away!

Renina F.
Doggy Day Care • janv. 17, 2025
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We were very satisfied with Kira’s pet sitting services. From the beginning, Kira demonstrated a strong understanding of animal care, which made us feel confident in her abilities. She was very welcoming to our dog and made him feel comfortable as soon as he arrived. When we returned to pick Scooter up, he was well cared for and very content. Kira had followed all of our instructions and let us know he was doing well. We would highly recommend Kira and will definitely use her services again.

About Kira K.

Communication

17 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

Safe & Fun Environment – I have a fenced yard with a patio. I spend a lot of time outside with my pups especially with the nicer weather. I do not leave any of the pups unattended outside. I have a friendly, calm Belgium Shepherd, he is 19 years young and a very playful and energetic Mini Bernedoodle, he is 9 months old. Whether your pup needs a chill friend to spend time with or an energetic, pup, the best of both worlds is here! There is access to private trails and open fields for mental and physical stimulation.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Kira K. would like to know about your pet

Personalized, Loving Care – With 15+ years in healthcare, I understand the importance of attentive, compassionate care for every pup’s unique needs. Some detailed information about your pup we can discuss further at our meet and greet! I can’t wait to meet your pup and give the them the extra love they need while their parent(s) are away! 🐶 1. Basic Dog Information • Dog’s name, breed, age, sex, and weight • Is your dog spayed/neutered? • How long have you had your dog? Rescue or from puppy? • Does your dog have a microchip? Does your dog have a history of running when there is an open door? 🩺 2. Health & Veterinary Info • Veterinarian’s name, clinic, and contact number • Vaccination status (including Rabies, Bordetella, DHPP, Leptospirosis) • Date of last flea/tick and heartworm treatment • Any current health conditions or recent surgeries/injuries? • Does your dog take daily medication or supplements? • If yes: list name, dose, time, and method (e.g., with food, hidden in treat, etc.) • Any allergies (food, medication, or environmental)? • Any dietary restrictions or sensitivities? 🍽️ 3. Feeding Details • Type of food (brand, flavor, wet/dry/raw) • Feeding schedule and portion size. Does your dog pick at their food or eat it all in one go? Sometimes not eat/skip a meal their first day at a new place? • Any treat preferences or restrictions? • Can your dog have human food at all? • Any special feeding instructions? (e.g., raised bowl, add water, separate feeding area) I do separate my dogs from each other and any guest pups staying (as I have a new puppy that is still learning his manners to not eat his dog brothers food) they are not food aggressive. 🦴 4. Behavior & Temperament • How does your dog behave around other dogs? (e.g., friendly, shy, dominant, selective, reactive) • How does your dog behave around children? (I have a 10 year old son that absolutely loves all animals and has always been around dogs since birth. Very gentle and loves to play with them). • Any fears or triggers? (e.g., thunderstorms, fireworks, bicycles, men, loud noises) • How does your dog react to new environments or being alone? • Has your dog ever bitten, snapped, or shown aggression toward a person or animal? • Any resource guarding (food, toys, beds, people)? • Does your dog bark, chew, dig, or jump excessively? • What’s your dog’s energy level? (low, moderate, high) • Favorite toys, games, or comfort items? 🚶 5. Exercise & Routine • Typical daily routine (walk times, nap times, bedtime) • How much exercise does your dog need per day? • How is your dog on leash (pulls, reactive, calm)? • Does your dog know basic commands (sit, stay, come, down, off)? 🛏️ 6. Boarding & Home Habits • Is your dog crate trained? (and for how long at a time) If your dog is crate trained- please provide your own crate. • Where does your dog usually sleep at home? • Is your dog house trained? Any recent accidents? • Is your dog allowed on furniture or beds? • Does your dog mark indoors? • Does your dog need night lights, white noise, or comfort items? 🚗 7. Pick-up / Drop-off / Emergency • Owner’s emergency contact (different from primary owner) • Authorized pick-up persons (if applicable) • Owner’s travel details (if boarding while away) if unable to contact for any reason- please provide additional contact information. (i.e. out of country, low service area) • Preferred method of updates: text, photo, video, daily report, etc. • In case of emergency: • Should I take your dog to their vet or the nearest emergency vet? • Spending limit for emergency vet care? 💬 8. Socialization & Daycare Preferences • Has your dog attended daycare or boarding before? Where? How socialized has your dog been? (Very, moderately, not a lot) • Does your dog prefer playgroups, solo play, or quiet rest time? • Are there any specific dogs or breeds your dog struggles with? • Is your dog allowed to share toys or water bowls with others? ✈️ 9. Owner Notes / Special Requests • Anything else I should know to make your dog’s stay comfortable and stress-free? • Any training cues or words I should use consistently? • Any behaviors to encourage or discourage?

A typical day

Stress-Free, Family Atmosphere – Your dog will feel like part of our family from day one! Whether your pup needs exercise, socialization, or just a cozy home-away-from-home, I’d love to help!

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Kira K.

Gaithersburg, MD

5.0 out of 5 stars
48 reviews