about us

The Doghouse of Brooklyn is based in Ditmas Park, Brooklyn and is owned and operated by Kim Pokorosky and Karen Sheinheit. Insured and trusted, we offer a host of services that include pet sitting, check-in visits, dog walking, boarding, daycare and training.

We understand when it comes to pet care, one size does not fit all. Each pet has their own unique personality and needs.

At the Doghouse we cater to those needs and cultivate relationships on a one to one basis. We specialize in individual care and treat each pet as a member of our family.

During each visit we will provide updates with photos and texts to give you peace of mind.

Kim has cared for animals her entire life. Growing up there was always a house full of dogs, cats and the occasional hamster.

Besides caring for dogs, cats, and other small creatures, Kim also has experience with exotic pets. As a zoo keeper and wildlife rehabilitation volunteer, she ran the gamut of caring for birds and reptiles to large carnivores.

Kim is a CPDT-KA trainer (Certified by the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers) and uses positive reinforcement training methods.

Karen was born an animal lover. Surrounded by pets as a child - dogs, cats, gerbils, bunnies - she learned how to care for her little buddies at an early age. As an adult no home was complete without a furry friend. 

After losing their 17 year old husky retriever rescue, Wiley, in 2014 Kim and Karen founded the Doghouse of Brooklyn as a way to keep Wiley’s memory alive.