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Catherine S.

Amherst, MA

5.0 out of 5 stars
56 reviews
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These prices are for 1 dog, including a booking fee of 11%.

Services

Catherine can care for

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

Availability

I am available 24/7 for drop-in visits, especially in the Amherst area. I can stay overnight in your home for up to a week and can provide care during the days.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Catherine S.

Communication

15 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

45 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I will visit your home and follow all your instructions for pet care. I will 100% respect your property, privacy and security. I stay in close contact with clients every visit or house-sit. I address any issues with pets or property straight away.

Information Catherine S. would like to know about your pet

I like to know everything about your pet before I work with them and with you. Their routines, personalities, behaviors, health and history are all basic and essential information. I also need to know if they have been left with sitters before and how they reacted so I can adapt my approach to every pet.

A typical day

I play with your pet according to their needs and will never force any interaction on them unless they are comfortable and happy with me. I take my cues from the pets I'm looking after. Each one has very different needs for play and companionship. I am wholly tuned to those varying needs so make sure every visit is a good one for each pet on that day. I learn what your pet loves the most and always balance the fun with their health and emotional requirements. Some need a comforting routine, others love variety, many like both!

Location

Amherst, MA

Catherine S.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Experienced, practical, calm

Pet care experience

I have had many years of experience with cats, dogs and birds of all breeds and varieties! I am 100% reliable in their care, and loving and respectful of their needs and routines. I have a calming and reassuring presence. I am very observant of health patterns and animal behaviors and have much practical knowledge. I have owned, trained and cared for many dogs from working breeds to lap dogs. I have had cats in my life from childhood. I fostered many kittens for our local shelter and then adopted. I have kept pet birds for 25 years, many of them rescues. I care for all kinds of birds, small mammals and reptiles. I love to tune in to every pet and use my skills to help them have the best possible experience while their owner is away.

Cat care experience

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Calming, intuitive pet carer

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

Reviews

Ariana C.
Drop-In Visits • Jun 05, 2026
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Catherine did me a huge favor accepting a last minute booking to check in on my Jazzy! Jazzy had a lot of fun and was in great care, like always! I 100% trust Catherine with Jazzy every time I book her.

Summer F.
Drop-In Visits • May 21, 2026
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Thank you, Catherine. I hope the babies were chipper for you!

Ariana C.
House Sitting • Apr 26, 2026
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This was Catherine’s second time watching my dog Jazzy, and she did an incredible job, just like the first time! I can always travel worry-free knowing that Jazzy is receiving the best care possible! I received updates throughout the days I was gone and very cute photos. When I returned home, Jazzy was very happy and content and had went on many adventures. I can’t recommend Catherine enough!

Cathy L.
House Sitting • Apr 18, 2026
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Catherine took great care of our pups!

About Catherine S.

Communication

15 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

45 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I will visit your home and follow all your instructions for pet care. I will 100% respect your property, privacy and security. I stay in close contact with clients every visit or house-sit. I address any issues with pets or property straight away.

Information Catherine S. would like to know about your pet

I like to know everything about your pet before I work with them and with you. Their routines, personalities, behaviors, health and history are all basic and essential information. I also need to know if they have been left with sitters before and how they reacted so I can adapt my approach to every pet.

A typical day

I play with your pet according to their needs and will never force any interaction on them unless they are comfortable and happy with me. I take my cues from the pets I'm looking after. Each one has very different needs for play and companionship. I am wholly tuned to those varying needs so make sure every visit is a good one for each pet on that day. I learn what your pet loves the most and always balance the fun with their health and emotional requirements. Some need a comforting routine, others love variety, many like both!

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.
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Catherine S.

Amherst, MA

5.0 out of 5 stars
56 reviews