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Catherine H.

5.0 out of 5 stars
10 repeat clients
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Catherine H.

5.0 out of 5 stars
10 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $65 per night

Highlights

Basic background check
15 years of experience
Home full time
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

I go the extra mile & connect

Hi, my name is Catherine and I have been officially dog sitting for 12 years but have been around and loved them for much more. From my experience the owners love how I send picture updates of their pups, reassuring that I made it to let them out and to see how they are doing. I try to leave the house cleaner than I found it, cleaning up any accident if it happens. I am punctual, love to spend a little extra time giving cuddles, and getting to know where that “right spot” is on your pup or cat. I have experience with dogs big and small, especially those with a lot of energy so rest assured I can handle them. My family also has 5 cats so I am very experienced taking care of your kitties too! I am home most days since I’m a local grad student so can come by whenever and however many times that would make you feel comfortable.

Cat care experience

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Reliable cat whisperer &cat lover

Catherine also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Qualifications

10 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
15 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

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31 ratings
Natalie A.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Feb 11, 2026

I always know Sandy is having a good time and well cared for. Reliable and trustworthy!

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Natalie A.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Oct 07, 2025

Trustworthy and accommodating She's the absolute best!

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Emily M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Oct 06, 2025

this is the second time we’ve booked with catherine to watch our two boys, and she never disappoints! she’s so kind, communicates well, and was able to give our asthma boy his inhaler. we’re so grateful for her!

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Emma H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Sep 29, 2025

Catherine always takes such amazing care of my pups! She is so kind, flexible, and communicative! My dogs are always happy and cared for.

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Elizabeth C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Sep 16, 2025

Catherine is a phenomenal house/pet sitter! Our pets were happy as can be and our home was clean and taken care of. She went above and beyond to care for our pets - I highly recommend Catherine!

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Emily M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Sep 14, 2025

catherine was amazing!! she sent updates and several photos every visit - our boys loved her visits too! one of our boys needs medication and catherine had no problem administering it to him while we were away. highly recommend and will absolutely be booking with her again!

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Schedule

I’m currently a grad student at UNCW so I have afternoon classes but none that last more than 2.5 hrs. I’m very flexible with the rest of my schedule and can move things around to make things work!

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, 1 cat
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I will make sure to enter carefully and make sure no one escapes. I make sure they are feeling comfortable and will always try to leave a clients home cleaner than when I get there in regards to messes.

Pets

A typical day

I love to take them to local parks and I will take the pups on exciting new adventures to new places to check out. Fetch is another favorite or running around with them playing keep away.

16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only
Takes only 1 client at a time
Catherine can host up to 1 pet per night
If they don’t do well with other dogs, are high energy, or have any special preferences. Also the risk of them running off when I open the door/ triggers that might cause them to tug/pull hard on the leash.
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.