Catie (KG) G.
Bladensburg, MD
Services
Catie (KG) can host
Catie (KG) can care for
Availability
My own dogs are central to our daily routine and get plenty of enrichment, runs/walks/hikes, play in the yard, basic training, and post-activity rest each day. We are very active and do as much as possible as a small group together. We offer more of a pack play and activity group than typical dog sitting. Pickup/Drop Off Schedule: We have implemented the following schedule for drop off and pick ups to help protect our pups routine and what remains of our lives outside of doggies 🙃 In general we ask that all pick ups and drop offs occur before 6pm on weekdays. E.g. if your trip ends at 7pm on Sunday we ask that you schedule your pick up for anytime Monday before 6pm. If you need more flexibility: The following are rates for flexible pickup/drop off outside of those windows: Weekdays: Between 6pm - 8pm $15 surcharge. Weekends: before 9:30am $30 surcharge. Doggy Drop Off Room: If we are in meetings during your drop off/pick up times, or out with the other pups, we may arrange for you to use our doggy drop off room where your dog can rest until we are back (within 0-2 hrs). For all pick up/drop offs outside of M-F before 6pm we will arrange for you to use the doggy drop off room. We generally do not do pick ups/drop offs after 8pm. I am happy to discuss and answer any questions you may have about your specific needs!
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About Catie (KG) G.
Communication
Dog skills
Safety, trust & environment
We have a fenced yard, an indoor camera, gates and human grade rooms for doggy comfort, two crates, and more leashes and toys than one pack could ever need.
Home
Information Catie (KG) G. would like to know about your pet
Because of our pack-based lifestyle, we need to make sure we are the right fit for your pups care. If your profile doesn’t include info on the questions I have above, please feel free to share your answers with your booking request. If it’s already in your profile I will find it!
A typical day
Our typical weekday starts with breakfast, outside playtime or a walk, rest/nap time, a mid day bathroom break/quick play, rest, and then evening big play time/long walks or park time, dinners, and cuddles for the night. When your pup stays on a weekend, we typically spend the morning or early afternoon on some sort of long adventure or a mix of enrichment with basic training in the yard and walks. With owner permission, we may take a dog park trip and practice some training there. We generally separate dogs at rest time depending on size and temperament and monitor them with an indoor camera if and when I am out of the home.
Location
Bladensburg, MD
Pets
Catie (KG) G. 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.
Enrichment-Based Care
Pet care experience
When your dog comes to stay here, they are loved as a part of a small pack. We work from home with a flexible schedule that allows for plenty enrichment and neighborhood walks. Our typical dog care schedule aims to strike the right balance of fun and rest to avoid over or under-stimulation. *Note: We are not the right fit for dogs who are not regularly socialized with other dogs, need to be the only dog in the sitter’s home, need to be in a group of less than two pups, or just generally would not find our pack playing, walking, and basic training lifestyle very fun! For new clients I will send you an intake form with several questions that help us determine if our care is the right fit for your pup. As a mental health therapist with an anxious dog of my own, I am particularly attentive to dog body language, signs of discomfort, and unique personality. I empathize that it truly sucks that you can’t just text your dog to ask how they’re doing when they’re in another person’s care. My aim is for the next time you arrive at my home, your pup’s booty will wiggle and communicate it all! In the meantime, I welcome your check ins and am happy to send you plenty of pictures and detailed updates. Because we have dogs of our own, I require proof of up to date vaccinations.
Reviews
KG was incredibly communicative and thoughtful throughout the first trial day with my pup who requires a little extra TLC making new friends. I feel so comfortable knowing he’ll be well taken care of for a longer stay coming up.
Katie is absolutely fantastic and amazing! I’m so thankful for her.
Catie is wonderful! Loved all of the updates and how much TLC she gave our pup during her time there.
Catie was great with my pup Ruby! Ruby has some extra triggers, and Catie not only was great with making sure Ruby did okay and figuring out what Ruby needed alongside the other dogs in care that day, but also provided frequent updates throughout the day. 5/5!
About Catie (KG) G.
Communication
Dog skills
Safety, trust & environment
We have a fenced yard, an indoor camera, gates and human grade rooms for doggy comfort, two crates, and more leashes and toys than one pack could ever need.
Home
Information Catie (KG) G. would like to know about your pet
Because of our pack-based lifestyle, we need to make sure we are the right fit for your pups care. If your profile doesn’t include info on the questions I have above, please feel free to share your answers with your booking request. If it’s already in your profile I will find it!
A typical day
Our typical weekday starts with breakfast, outside playtime or a walk, rest/nap time, a mid day bathroom break/quick play, rest, and then evening big play time/long walks or park time, dinners, and cuddles for the night. When your pup stays on a weekend, we typically spend the morning or early afternoon on some sort of long adventure or a mix of enrichment with basic training in the yard and walks. With owner permission, we may take a dog park trip and practice some training there. We generally separate dogs at rest time depending on size and temperament and monitor them with an indoor camera if and when I am out of the home.
Catie (KG) G.
Bladensburg, MD