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Catharine S.

Portland, ME

5.0 out of 5 stars
•78 reviews
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A walk a day keeps the vet away!

Pet care experience

WALKS/DROP INS I currently only offer walks and drop in services during weekdays in Portland, ME. I work downtown FT and would love to walk your dog(s) during my lunch hour for some fresh air and exercise. :) I enjoy all breeds, ages, and personalities! Most half hour walks gets about a mile clocked in. #TheWayWalksShouldBe Please note walks are weather dependent (i.e. if there is a blizzard, I may need to cancel). However, I am very good with communicating ahead of time. WEEKEND AVAILABILITY Varies - I live 40 minutes outside of Portland (Lyman/Waterboro) & can be available for walks preferably closer to home (i.e. Lyman, Biddeford, Sanford, etc). Will come to Portland if arranged & paid extra. BOARDING When available - please check my calendar. I have two unfenced acres at my home as well as extra crates & dog bowls if needed. Since birth, I have grown up in a household full of dogs. My parents are rough collie breeders and my mother is a certified trainer. I have learned a lot through her as well as my hands on experience working for years at dog kennels, shelters, rescue organizations, as well as a vet clinic that I interned at. Our fur babies at home include a 7 year old female chocolate lab as well as a 6 year old female rescue hound/lab/pit mix, as well as a 10 year old short hair rescue kitty. I also have two lizards that I have rescued (leopard gecko & bearded dragon), so I am also experienced in boarding & caring for lizards. *Fully Vaccinated Household*

Reviews

Tobin H.
Dog Walking • Nov 22, 2022
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Catherine was great with our dog Crosby. Highly recommend...

Ashley W.
Dog Walking • Oct 08, 2022
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After a 2 year hiatus due to the pandamic, we've come back to Catharine, and Gracie couldn't be happier for her weekly walks!

Ardyce P.
Drop-In Visits • Jun 30, 2022
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Catharine is awesome! She has a true passion for dogs and my 9 year old Golden absolutely loves her!

Tobin H.
Dog Walking • Mar 14, 2022
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This was our first time with Catharine and she was awesome. Crosby loved her, she was on time and we will use her again!

About Catharine S.

Communication

28 repeat pet parents
66% response rate
Usually responds in within a few hours
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

28 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

Unfortunately I do not have a fenced in yard but I have a large yard and two fur babies of my own to keep yours company. I can easily crate your dog if needed.

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has caged pets
Has 2 dogs, 1 cat
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture

Information Catharine S. would like to know about your pet

No breed discrimination here xoxo I love all dogs no matter what age, size, background, or breed <3 All of them deserve the best care possible!

A typical day

I am an avid dog lover & would take mine everywhere if I could. We like to go on hikes, camping, breweries, road trips, & long walks on the beach. :) We also enjoy some solid snuggle time at the homestead. <3

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$65per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$18per visit
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
$36per day
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$21per walk

Catharine can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only

Catharine can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

I'm currently working FT in my office in Portland, ME & I am available for midday walks pretty much everyday. The time is flexible most days.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Calendar last updated 3 months ago
Dog Walking Cancellation Policy:

About Catharine S.

Communication

28 repeat pet parents
66% response rate
Usually responds in within a few hours
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

28 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

Unfortunately I do not have a fenced in yard but I have a large yard and two fur babies of my own to keep yours company. I can easily crate your dog if needed.

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has caged pets
Has 2 dogs, 1 cat
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture

Information Catharine S. would like to know about your pet

No breed discrimination here xoxo I love all dogs no matter what age, size, background, or breed <3 All of them deserve the best care possible!

A typical day

I am an avid dog lover & would take mine everywhere if I could. We like to go on hikes, camping, breweries, road trips, & long walks on the beach. :) We also enjoy some solid snuggle time at the homestead. <3

Location

Portland, ME

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Catharine S.

Portland, ME

5.0 out of 5 stars
•78 reviews