Catherine D.
Ballston-Virginia Square, VA
Dog lover
Pet care experience
Have always loved all dogs! I’ve trained and raised 2 chocolate labs! Many night time potty breaks if needed or extra long walks/play time. I can bring my chocolate lab along for walks or not, whatever you prefer! I’m good with pullers/reactive dogs, fast dogs, slow dogs, and dogs needing assistance. Can use any type of collar. Will send pictures as updates if wanted! My dog is very loved and treated as part of the family and we would love to host you in our home or go for a trot around town! (If just a couple walks, I can leave my dog at home!)
Reviews
Catherine was great! She was very responsive, took our dog on walks and kept her happy and well cared for! I would definitely use her again!!
Catherine took great care of Percy! He was feeling a little under the weather while we were gone and she did an amazing job of communicating how he was doing without stressing us out. She took all the steps that we would have taken if he had been home with us.
Daisy has such a great time staying with Catherine! There was an unexpected situation during Daisy's stay and Catherine went above and beyond to make sure my pup was well taken care of.
Catherine took awesome care of Zeus and was really flexible with the pick up and drop off which helped a lot. My dog Zeus normally has bad separation anxiety and is stressed when I pick him from a sitter. But he was happily exhausted from all the playing when I picked him up and I could tell he had a great time! Catherine’s dog Cali was really sweet as well and a great play mate for Zeus. Would definitely recommend her for sitting your dog!
About Catherine D.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I do not have a yard as I live in a condo. I take the stairs (my dog doesn’t enjoy the elevator). We go for long walks around our neighborhood, along the bike path (close to my apartment), or a park that is also near by. If your dog needs a lot of exercise I can go for long walks or if less exercise is needed I can take a nice slow walk as well! We can take the path you usually take when starting from your house or find our own grass! Also willing to walk to parks, etc! I’m pretty flexible so if you have a specific preference or exact time and I’m available, I will make sure it gets done!
Home
Information Catherine D. would like to know about your pet
Helpful to know if they pull on the leash, know any tricks, have a typical schedule that would make them comfortable, or certain things they like to do/you want done during their stay! Furthermore, how much they bark or if they are reactive.. I live in a condo so minimal is required! And anything else you think I may need to make the stay a good experience for you and your dog!
A typical day
Cali and I love to go on walks, cuddle, fetch, and some tug of war. Cali loves a lot of sniffing and starring at squirrels on our walks! We go for at least 4 walks a day and at least 2 are about or greater then a mile! (We don’t have to walk that long, just like to be outside!)
Services
Catherine can host
Catherine can watch in your home
Availability
I work till 5/6 each day so if you need an after work or night time walk during the week or any time on the weekend I’m available!
About Catherine D.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I do not have a yard as I live in a condo. I take the stairs (my dog doesn’t enjoy the elevator). We go for long walks around our neighborhood, along the bike path (close to my apartment), or a park that is also near by. If your dog needs a lot of exercise I can go for long walks or if less exercise is needed I can take a nice slow walk as well! We can take the path you usually take when starting from your house or find our own grass! Also willing to walk to parks, etc! I’m pretty flexible so if you have a specific preference or exact time and I’m available, I will make sure it gets done!
Home
Information Catherine D. would like to know about your pet
Helpful to know if they pull on the leash, know any tricks, have a typical schedule that would make them comfortable, or certain things they like to do/you want done during their stay! Furthermore, how much they bark or if they are reactive.. I live in a condo so minimal is required! And anything else you think I may need to make the stay a good experience for you and your dog!
A typical day
Cali and I love to go on walks, cuddle, fetch, and some tug of war. Cali loves a lot of sniffing and starring at squirrels on our walks! We go for at least 4 walks a day and at least 2 are about or greater then a mile! (We don’t have to walk that long, just like to be outside!)
Location
Arlington, VA
Pets
Catherine D.
Ballston-Virginia Square, VA