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Catherine R.

5.0 out of 5 stars
4 repeat clients
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Catherine R.

5.0 out of 5 stars
4 repeat clients
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Rockville, MD

Highlights

Enhanced background check
15 years of experience
Home full time
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Dog sitter for non Allergenic dogs

Hello! I am a dog lover and ShihTzu dog owner who has done dog sitting on and off over the past 15 years and love it! 30 lbs and under preferred and also Non shedding breeds due to husband’s allergies. No puppies. I work part time and am home a lot. You'll get peace of mind knowing your dog will get 3 walks per day, and lots of attention. Weekend stays are best. I prefer to sit dogs in my 2br condo 2 level at the Gables. I only dog sit for one dog at a time. There are lots of trails near us for walking your doggie. My husband and I have a sweet, docile Shih Tzu that is 8.5 yrs old in our home. He is most comfortable with non-alpha dogs. :) I look forward to hearing from you! Thanks! Cathy

Qualifications

4 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
15 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Ratings and reviews

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Haley B.
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Boarding • Oct 25, 2024

Catherine was super great. She gave regular updates and took great care of our dog!

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Tim F.
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Boarding • Aug 22, 2021

Cathy was an exceptional host to our dog.

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Nadine M.
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Boarding • Jul 29, 2021

Cathy is wonderful! She provided excellent care for our senior dog, Patches. She gave Patches lots of attention and sent photos and notes throughout the weekend.

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Randi G.
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Boarding • Jul 12, 2021

Cathy and her Shi-Tzu Blake did a great job watching Eddie over the weekend :) Eddie happened to have an ear infection leading up to the visit and required some extra attention to get his medications. Cathy administered his meds and sent me picture updates throughout his whole stay. Thank you Cathy!

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Jeff L.
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Boarding • Jul 11, 2021

Cathy did a great job with our dog Bruno. She was very friendly and professional with us, and I know Bruno loved being with her at her home.

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Dana K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 16, 2016

Cathy was friendly and easy to coordinate with. Received notes and a photo while our dog was there. She truly loves dogs and my dog immediately took to her when I took him other house.

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Schedule

I work full time from home and have flexibility to care for your non shedding small dog and to take him or her on 3-4 walks per day. There are lots of small to medium sized dogs in our neighborhood.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I like to give affection and play time attention to dogs that I care for. We can discuss your preferred feeding and walking schedule for your fur baby.

Pets

A typical day

If your dog stays in my 2 level townhome, we'll go on walks around the neighborhood and also in early eve after work day ends to a park a block or so away. I can give your dog playtime, ie tug of war, fetch, whatever they like.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time
Catherine can host up to 1 pet per night
I'd like to know whether they are high or low energy, are alpha and assertive, or more aloof around other dogs/docile, whether they are friendly with other dogs and people, and whether they are potty trained and not accident prone.
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.