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Catherine D.

5.0 out of 5 stars
12 repeat clients
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Catherine D.

5.0 out of 5 stars
12 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $25 per visit

Highlights

Basic background check
15 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Catastic Dog and Cat Sitter!

Hello, I'm Cat :). I'm a vet tech full-time and part-time pet sitter. I have over 15 years experience working and taking care of pets! I am certified in dog and cat CPR. I spent a large amount of time in my undergrad working at a pet boarding facility where I was in charge of the wellbeing of boarding dogs and cats. I have a master's degree in Conservation Biology and a Bachelor's degree in Animal Science from U of I (Go Illini!). I love ALL animals (small ones too) and spoiling them is my specialty. In my spare time I foster kittens and bottle babies for fun. I'm free early mornings (starting at 5-6am) and usually anytime after 6pm on weekdays (sometimes Tuesdays and Thursday can be a little later depending on emergencies/surgeries that day). Weekends I have full availability. My rates are flexible. I'm a very friendly and reliable caretaker. I usually advertise to cat owners or dog owners that have someone that can either let their dog out in the afternoon or have another way of going outside (like a doggie door/puppy pad) or the rare diamond of a dog that only wants to go potty in the early morning/late evening. I use to work with sharks so if you have an aquarium that needs up keeping I can also help out there. Birds? Reptiles? Chinchillas? Mice? Aliens? I don't discriminate and will take care of them all! If you have any further questions please don't hesitate to contact me :).

Qualifications

12 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
15 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Pets

Ratings and reviews

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Eric I.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Dec 02, 2025

Cat is an incredibly thoughtful and caring sitter for my cats. I never have any worries when I leave town, knowing my guys are safe in her hands.

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Susan C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Apr 19, 2025

Catherine was a very good sitter to my cats. She took alot of pics which gives you a sense of peace knowing that they are happy & playing. Thank you Cat. I would definitely recommend her for your needs.

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Bryan F.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jan 23, 2025

Catherine was incredible!!!

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Meri S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Nov 10, 2023

Cat was amazing as usual! She takes such good care of our kitty Monty and is extra patient with him because she knows he’s a nervous boy. I feel so much better being able to enjoy some time away knowing he’s being looked after by someone who truly cares about him. Thank you Cat! We appreciate you!

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Eric I.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • May 18, 2023

Cat is such a thoughtful and caring sitter! He highly recommend her services. The fact that she is a vet tech is a bonus.

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Meri S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • May 27, 2022

Cat is an amazing sitter - friendly, always helpful and took such great care of our very antisocial kitty! I know he’s in good hands when she comes to take care of him!

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Calendar and availability

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Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Catherine can host up to 2 drop-ins per day
I'm open to all breeds and mixed breeds. I'm open to working with special needs dogs and cats.
Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.