PET CUSTODY MEDIATION SERVICE

Two homes. One dog? This is one conversation worth having.

Breakups are hard. They get harder when there’s a pet in the middle, looking at both of you.

For 25 years, I've sat with couples at exactly this crossroads — guiding the conversation toward an arrangement that works in real life, for both of you and for the dog in your home.

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PET CUSTODY GUIDANCE

You don’t have to figure this out alone.

Some questions are too big for Claude. Separation anxiety. A new partner. A shifting household. The 2am stuff.

A quarter-century of these conversations has taught me one thing: most people just need someone who’s seen it before. I work online with clients in USA, UK and Australia.

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The Customized Pet-Nup

Planning ahead for your peace of mind.

A Pet Nup isn’t pessimism. It’s planning.

Who walks . Who pays the vet. Who’s home if home ever changes shape. A clear, kind agreement made now — so your dog never has to feel the difference later.

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For over 25 years, I've helped dogs and their families thrive. As a certified, globally-accessible dog behavior consultant, I offer expert guidance on a wide range of issues, from separation anxiety and inter-species harmony (dogs and cats!) to navigating complex family dynamics and child-dog interactions.

I'm also a world pioneer in pet custody mediation, uniquely focusing on the animal's well-being above all else. My approach is compassionate, respectful, and results-oriented, ensuring the best possible outcome for every dog, regardless of breed or the unique challenges they face.

You're in expert hands – let's work together to create a happier, healthier life for your beloved pet.

A few testimonials

  • "Karis is absolutely amazing! She is not only brilliant, but also compassionate and kind. Splitting up is terribly hard and knowing you have expert counsel on how to manage the dogs makes one burden much easier to bear. She talked me through options and explored the drawbacks and benefits of each option. I left the meeting feeling confident I could make a sound decision for all involved."

    Paula Fendley, Texas, USA

  • "I am extremely grateful for Karis and all she does for pets. I contacted her while in the midst of a messy divorce, concerned about losing my dog. Thank you again for your help, your compassion, your sympathy, and your expertise. It means so much to me in this difficult time. I highly recommend anyone with concerns about pet custody contact Karis!”

    Ali, New York

  • "My husband and I did a consultation with Karis to discuss a co-ownership situation that was heading towards mediation. Karis was caring, informative and supportive. She met us with empathy and talked us through our options. We were so pleased to have found a mediator that was very knowledgeable of dog behavior and kept the dogs needs at the forefront of the conversation. I would highly recommend Karis to anyone that needed pet mediation.”

    Beth B, Dog Behavior Consultant, Florida