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Cathy R.

Star Sitter

Hanover, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
111 reviews
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Services

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.

Cathy can care for

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

Availability

I try to be flexible with my scheduling and your pets needs. Holidays tend to fill up quickly so please reach out soon to get on my schedule!

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About Cathy R.

Communication

47 repeat pet parents
88% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

15 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 pride myself on following your schedule and requests for care! I always allow pets, cat or dog, plenty of time to warm up to having someone new in their home. And I’m always ready with pet parent approved snacks!

Information Cathy R. would like to know about your pet

I’d like to know everything to keep your pets on their current schedule and happy while you are away! No breed preferences! I love all breeds.

A typical day

I love exploring new neighborhoods on long walks, throwing a ball, or playing in the back yard. If your pet prefers snuggles, I love to give those, too. It all depends on the needs of you and your pet.

Location

Hanover, VA

Cathy R.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Cathy R. has Star Sitter status

The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.

Passionate and reliable pet sitter

Pet care experience

Hi, I’m Cathy! I pride myself on being dependable and passionate about animals. While taking care of your pets, I promise to treat them as my own! I have several years of experience taking care of dogs of all sizes and ages, cats, and other large or small animals. I’ve always had dogs of my own. I have experience with puppies, seniors, special needs pets, high energy, and high anxiety pets. I’m comfortable giving oral meds or injections such as insulin. I will follow your current pet schedule whether it’s walks, feeding schedule, or medications schedules. I will treat your home as I do my own. I will pickup mail, follow the trash or recycling schedules, water plants, as well as keep your home neat and tidy. I’m willing to schedule one time sittings or walks as well make long-term arrangements! I always maintain contact with my clients during visits. I love sending pictures and updates of the happy pets in my care! Please review per pet pricing, holiday, and extended stay charges.

Cat care experience

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Loving and dependable petsitter

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

Reviews

Edith T.
Drop-In Visits • May 10, 2026
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Incredibly responsive with detailed updates including photos. She took wonderful care of my cats and they loved her!

Angie M.
Drop-In Visits • Apr 23, 2026
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Cathy has been a huge help to my family when we’ve out of town by coming by to give my senior diabetic dog insulin! She also is sweet enough to feed and let out my other dog as well and has gotten my mail in the past as well ❤️ over the years my dogs have become a bit reactive of new people after having so many surgeries and sudden vet visits but Cathy is so patient with my pups and we trust her fully with them, we’ve already recommended her to all our friends and know we’ll book her again in the future when we go out of town again.

Jon D.
Drop-In Visits • Apr 07, 2026
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Cathy was wonderful. Her clear and frequent communication gave us peace of mind that our fur babies were happy and taken care of.

William B.
Drop-In Visits • Mar 25, 2026
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Cathy was highly professional and communicative from start to finish, which was highly appreciated. My little guy has health needs and Cathy did a great job keeping him company and managing his diabetes with frequent visits. Will use her services again

About Cathy R.

Communication

47 repeat pet parents
88% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

15 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 pride myself on following your schedule and requests for care! I always allow pets, cat or dog, plenty of time to warm up to having someone new in their home. And I’m always ready with pet parent approved snacks!

Information Cathy R. would like to know about your pet

I’d like to know everything to keep your pets on their current schedule and happy while you are away! No breed preferences! I love all breeds.

A typical day

I love exploring new neighborhoods on long walks, throwing a ball, or playing in the back yard. If your pet prefers snuggles, I love to give those, too. It all depends on the needs of you and your pet.

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Cathy R.

Star Sitter

Hanover, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
111 reviews