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Karinne W.

Ala Moana-Kakaako, HI

5.0 out of 5 stars
174 reviews
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I<3 animals! DISCOUNT CODE inside!

Pet care experience

🌺🤙 A L O H A and E KOMO MAI 🤙🌺 Hope you're having a PAWesome day and MEOWhalo for visiting my profile - pet puns are so corny, but so cute! I am 110% dedicated to and earnestly enjoy providing safe, trustworthy, loving and quality pet care with big ALOHA that is not always achieved with inexperienced or insincere sitters. I will love and care for your pet keiki ("child" in Hawaiian) like my own because they're a genuine part of our ohana ("family" in Hawaiian)! ☎️ Please contact me and visit my fur keiki care and photography Instagram @unicornzoo and feel free to ask any questions🦄🐶😻 ✅ Please note, the Rover app is occasionally glitchy, and I apologize in advance if I don't receive your Rover notifications right away. I have questions at the bottom of my profile about your pet keiki to help guide you in what to include when describing your fur baby! Please inquire directly about updated information such as my schedule and various fees as it can change depending on distance/commute, type of care required, high-peak season and high-demand. I provide discounts when a pet keiki becomes a regular! 🤙🌺 About me: I am born, raised and currently live in Honolulu! I grew up taking care of fur keikis and continued to throughout life whether they belonged to me, my neighbors, friends or family. My passion to care for and unconditionally love animals evolved innately for me as a child and progressed stronger as I grew up, except now, I'm significantly more experienced and knowledgeable in animal health promotion and their proper care, handling and training. When I was on the mainland, I had the privilege to start my own pet care business except instead of only getting requests for common pet keikis like dogs and cats, I would receive calls for llamas, alpacas, horses, snakes, sugar gliders, large birds, goats, pigs and other farm animals! Side note: Llamas are some of my most memorable experiences, they are so incredibly goofy and cute! One of the most valuable lessons I've learned is that animals are unpredictable. Daily situations change frequently, and can get hectic, dirty and terribly chaotic at times so not much surprises me, and I adapt very quickly to unpredictable events and unpleasant situations. I am very detailed oriented in my work and thoroughly enjoy helping others as my education and work history is in human healthcare and law. When I'm not busy, I volunteer with a variety of local and independent rescue groups including Hawaiian Humane Society. If I'm not taking care of animals, I'm always on the trails outdoors hiking, camping, traveling or playing at the beach as I'm an avid explorer of mother nature and the world! Everyone always asks me why I started this little business, and this is the simplest explanation: I cannot imagine living in a world, nor want to live in a world, without animals - and especially without our furry, feathered, scaled or hairless ohanas! A day without animals is a day wasted!

Reviews

Michelle F.
Dog Boarding • Apr 03, 2024
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I had a month to find a loving home for Boba who does not do well at the commercial arenas. Karinne provided that loving home while we were away for a week and feel so blessed to have found her! She was great with giving medications to Boba and gave him the human touch that Boba needs. He had friends to play with and walks daily. We will definitely be booking again! Thank you Karinne!

Steven L.
Dog Boarding • Oct 30, 2023
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Karinne was wonderful! She sent lots of photos, and those are always appreciated. It's so reassuring to know that my little one (tiny senior dog) is well taken care of. Karinne is a great communicator too. Highly recommend!

Joyce M.
Dog Boarding • Oct 09, 2023
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We absolutely adore Karinne! Rockette always returns so calm and happy because she's exposed to many other dogs. We live in an apartment with a 1 pet policy, so it's great knowing she's being socialized while we're away. The level of care Karinne gives is top notch and we cannot recommend her enough.

Joslyn P.
Doggy Day Care • Jul 16, 2023
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Had our first daycare with Karinne and the pups came out smiling! She was very thorough from before meeting to during and with good follow up after; took time to understand each of their behaviors and personalities; and showed a lot of care and kindness. Deeply appreciative of having someone to trust and watch my doggies especially since they have a bit of separation anxiety. They were calm and pleasantly tired after long day!

About Karinne W.

Communication

65 repeat pet parents
70% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

32 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

🥇Safety is my number one priority. I cannot emphasize how important safety is to me. I work very hard to ensure your pet keikis are free from harm and injury. I pay extra attention when we are outdoors or in new, unfamiliar environments. I consistently scan our surroundings for potential danger or complications. Far too often a new client comes to me in distress that their sitter didn't provide consistent quality care, and that their pet keiki suffered from consistent carelessness.

Home

Lives in an apartment
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 Karinne W. would like to know about your pet

⭐ Please let me know what your pet keiki's daily care requires⭐ Since each pet keiki possess different levels of care my fees can change depending on their specific needs. -Potty break frequency or potty pad trained? -House trained? -Walking schedule? -Energy level? -Feeding schedule and dietary restrictions? -Any medical conditions, medications or allergies? -Special considerations like separation anxiety, old age, disability or phobias? -Barks often when leaving the house or when left alone? -Any aggressions, reactivity to certain stumuli or unique temperaments? -Friendly with other dogs/cats? -Friendly with kids or meeting new people? -Any specific triggers that cause sudden change in behavior and/or result in high or low energy? -Vaccine, monthly tick/flea/heartworm and health records up to date? Any and all additional information is highly encouraged! ⚠️ Important Pricing/Booking Information ⚠️ -My fees are subject to change based on availability, type of care and location/distance. If the care is in your home, please kindly let me know what area you are located! -My Boarding and House Sitting will have a semi pro-rated first and last day fees depending on the time of drop off and pick up. Please let me know if you need clarification! -My Boarding and Daycare location will occasionally be in my other home in Kahala/Kaimuki area. -My Daycare prices will be reduced when booked with multiple cares in advance or when they become a regular client. -My pick-up and drop-off fees are dependent on distance and traffic hours. Please inquire for your specific area. -If staying with me, I kindly ask that your pet keiki be relatively clean (not necessarily freshly bathed) or a bathing fee may be required. -My House Sittings do not automatically require me to sleep over each night as many clients don't need me to. I occasionally do House Sittings in different areas as well which means my location can change. Please be sure to let me know that's something you specifically need! $$$ DISCOUNT CODE $$$ Receive $20 off your initial 1st booking on Rover! This would mean you have not used Rover previously. Use the code: K.U.R.R.Y.2.0. Please remove the "periods" between the letters and numbers when you enter it into the promo code box at checkout!

A typical day

⛅☂️ Rain or shine, I am open to everything that your little loved one would enjoy or is already accustomed to! Each pet keiki is individually unique so I understand that I adapt to their daily care, and it's my responsibility to create their optimal 'happy place'! I'm very active so I run, hike, shoot hoops or bike almost everyday and getting out for exercise is not a problem at all! We can practice commands, play games, fetch, cuddle or attempt to learn tricks to keep your pet keiki stimulated especially if you're in the process of training. I am not a certified trainer, but I'm extensively knowledgeable in various training techniques and practical skill education as a result of caring for dogs/animals my whole life and every day. If your pet keiki just needs a rest and relax zone, of course we can lounge around in peaceful, quiet spaces with light play, treats and snuggles! I have a very soft spot in my heart or elderly or disabled pet keikis. These populations are often overlooked or forgotten and it breaks my heart. I am very comfortable managing and adapting to their delicate care including medical administration and unique procedures.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$75per night
House Sitting
in your home
$70per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$35per visit
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
$65per day
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$35per walk

Karinne can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs

Karinne can watch in your home

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

Availability

🗓️ My schedule changes as I am not always needed on a regular basis. Please inquire about my current schedule. There are periods where I'm booked up, and other times where I am completely open and flexible!

Available
Not available
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Calendar last updated 2 months ago
Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About Karinne W.

Communication

65 repeat pet parents
70% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

32 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

🥇Safety is my number one priority. I cannot emphasize how important safety is to me. I work very hard to ensure your pet keikis are free from harm and injury. I pay extra attention when we are outdoors or in new, unfamiliar environments. I consistently scan our surroundings for potential danger or complications. Far too often a new client comes to me in distress that their sitter didn't provide consistent quality care, and that their pet keiki suffered from consistent carelessness.

Home

Lives in an apartment
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 Karinne W. would like to know about your pet

⭐ Please let me know what your pet keiki's daily care requires⭐ Since each pet keiki possess different levels of care my fees can change depending on their specific needs. -Potty break frequency or potty pad trained? -House trained? -Walking schedule? -Energy level? -Feeding schedule and dietary restrictions? -Any medical conditions, medications or allergies? -Special considerations like separation anxiety, old age, disability or phobias? -Barks often when leaving the house or when left alone? -Any aggressions, reactivity to certain stumuli or unique temperaments? -Friendly with other dogs/cats? -Friendly with kids or meeting new people? -Any specific triggers that cause sudden change in behavior and/or result in high or low energy? -Vaccine, monthly tick/flea/heartworm and health records up to date? Any and all additional information is highly encouraged! ⚠️ Important Pricing/Booking Information ⚠️ -My fees are subject to change based on availability, type of care and location/distance. If the care is in your home, please kindly let me know what area you are located! -My Boarding and House Sitting will have a semi pro-rated first and last day fees depending on the time of drop off and pick up. Please let me know if you need clarification! -My Boarding and Daycare location will occasionally be in my other home in Kahala/Kaimuki area. -My Daycare prices will be reduced when booked with multiple cares in advance or when they become a regular client. -My pick-up and drop-off fees are dependent on distance and traffic hours. Please inquire for your specific area. -If staying with me, I kindly ask that your pet keiki be relatively clean (not necessarily freshly bathed) or a bathing fee may be required. -My House Sittings do not automatically require me to sleep over each night as many clients don't need me to. I occasionally do House Sittings in different areas as well which means my location can change. Please be sure to let me know that's something you specifically need! $$$ DISCOUNT CODE $$$ Receive $20 off your initial 1st booking on Rover! This would mean you have not used Rover previously. Use the code: K.U.R.R.Y.2.0. Please remove the "periods" between the letters and numbers when you enter it into the promo code box at checkout!

A typical day

⛅☂️ Rain or shine, I am open to everything that your little loved one would enjoy or is already accustomed to! Each pet keiki is individually unique so I understand that I adapt to their daily care, and it's my responsibility to create their optimal 'happy place'! I'm very active so I run, hike, shoot hoops or bike almost everyday and getting out for exercise is not a problem at all! We can practice commands, play games, fetch, cuddle or attempt to learn tricks to keep your pet keiki stimulated especially if you're in the process of training. I am not a certified trainer, but I'm extensively knowledgeable in various training techniques and practical skill education as a result of caring for dogs/animals my whole life and every day. If your pet keiki just needs a rest and relax zone, of course we can lounge around in peaceful, quiet spaces with light play, treats and snuggles! I have a very soft spot in my heart or elderly or disabled pet keikis. These populations are often overlooked or forgotten and it breaks my heart. I am very comfortable managing and adapting to their delicate care including medical administration and unique procedures.

Location

Honolulu, HI

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Karinne W.

Ala Moana-Kakaako, HI

5.0 out of 5 stars
174 reviews