Karen H.
Thurmont, MD 21788
from $22 per hour
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About Karen
Experience: 10 yrs
Dedicated to the well-being of your companions, I bring 30 years of experience to every visit. My approach centers on your pet's comfort and happiness, treating every animal as if they were my own. I maintain a safe, stimulating environment through consistent routines and strict adherence to dietary needs. My background includes a graduate degree, which informs my disciplined, responsible approach to care. I remain calm during emergencies, keeping clear communication with owners and vet contacts as a priority. Whether I am helping a shy cat find confidence or ensuring a dog enjoys a secure walk, I focus on creating a loving atmosphere. I am CPR and First Aid certified, and I am always vigilant for signs of distress. Nothing brings me more joy than providing you with complete peace of mind while your best friend is in my care.
Most recent review
Karen has been caring for my animals through boarding and in home care for almost 5 years. We first connected through a local veterinary hospital where she managed my pet boarding. We have since moved to in home care due to the level of care needed for multiples animals (4 dogs, 3 cats) and the frequency it is needed. We travel monthly and benefit from her flexibility to come for day visits or overnight. Being able to fully trust without hesitation set me at ease when I saw her profile as I was seeking in home care. I didn’t even reach out to anyone else as I knew I was in the best hands possible. Karen loves my animals as if they were her own. She fulfills and follows our needy schedule and specific instructions which is important to me since I am quite particular about their regimen and care. Besides our dogs and cats, Karen is even comfortable to feed our livestock if needed. It’s nice to know we have someone we can trust to extend the same level of care we do to our homestead when a busy life with active kids calls us away.
Joy K.
6/22/2026
Services
Pets
Cats
Dogs
Services offered
Boarding
Pet sitting
Pet walking
Rates
Recurring jobs
$22/hr
Sitting
$55/night
Boarding
$50/night
Doggy day care
$50/day
30-minute dog walk
$22/walk
60-minute dog walk
$34/walk
Can help with
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Qualifications
Education
Graduate degree
Languages
English
Professional skills
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Additional details
Has a reliable car
Non-smoker
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