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KaraK

Kara

Compassionate and caring experienced veterinary nurse

Christchurch

Pawshake sitter since February 2026
5-10 years of experience
Active in the Pawshake Community
1 recurring guest
4 times saved
Last activeabout 9 hours ago
Usually respondswithin about 12 hours
Last contactedabout 17 hours ago
Last booked4 days ago

About Kara

Hi everyone! I am a Canadian Veterinary Nurse who recently located to NZ on a working holiday. I'm currently working part time and looking to add some pet sitting/pet care onto my schedule! I have 6+ years professional experience working with pets in a medical setting, including emergency and specialty care, which has taught me how to recognize changes in behaviour, monitor comfort, and respond responsibly if something seems off. I’m confident handling animals of all sizes and temperaments, and I’m especially patient with nervous or senior pets who need extra reassurance. I’m also reliable and organized, so feeding schedules, medications, walks, and special instructions are always followed carefully. I am comfotable caring for high needs pets and pets who might need daily medication. Most importantly, I treat every pet like my own—making sure they feel safe, happy, and cared for while you’re away.

I have a polydactyl cat back in Canada named Willow. She is the sweetest and silliest little thing and I miss her like crazy. 

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Dog Walking

An experienced dog walker will pick up your dog from your home for a 30 min walkfrom $22 /walk, $10 /additional pet

One home visit a day

Book a pet sitter to stop by your home to feed and play with your petfrom $25 /day

2x Home visit

Two drop-in visits for your petfrom $30 /day

House Sitting

A sitter stays overnight in your home and cares for your petfrom $35 /night

Kara can accept

Puppies<1 year
Dog agesAll ages
Dog sizesAll sizes
CatsAll kinds
Small animalsRodents, rabbits, birds, ...

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About Kara's home

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House
Medium outdoor area

More about Kara

I speak ...

French

I have experience ...

5-10 years of experience
... with rescue pets
... as volunteer with animal welfare
... with behavioural problems
... with first aid and CPR for pets
I am familiar with dog training techniques
I can administer injected medications
I can administer oral medications
I can offer constant supervision
I can offer emergency transport

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