About Me

Welcome to Karen's Canine Care! My name is Karen Gipstein and I have always had two passions in life; nursing and animals. After working for many years in the critical care nursing field, I decided to pursue my second passion; caring for animals. In 2010 I started Karen's Canine Care, a full-service pet sitting business.

I have over 25 years experience owning and working with canines, my current family includes 4 dogs and they can be seen throughout my website. I also have lots of experience caring for cats. Growing up I lived around several farms and had the pleasure of caring for many different types of livestock. I have cared for everything from iguanas, goats, cattle, chickens, hens and the domestic hamster and rabbits. I have a great appreciation and compassion for all animals.

The following are some of my credentials for pet care:

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

• Member of Pet Sitters International
• Member of Professional United Pet Sitters
• Member of Pet Sitters Association
• Member of APSE (Association of Pet Sitting Excellence)

CONTINUING EDUCATION - CERTIFICATIONS - VOLUNTEER ORGANIZATIONS

• Certified in Pet First Aid.
• Participate in online training courses in canine behavior and animal care.
• I am an avid reader of veterinary health manuals, books, magazines and various videos with the primary focus in canine behavior, care and training.
• Attend conferences on pet care, canine behavior and pet sitting yearly.
• A Volunteer for the National Great Pyrenees Rescue organization.
• In addition, I also participate in pet sitter forums and message boards.