Catrina D.
Catrina D.
Contact for Drop-In Visits
from $20 per visit
Highlights
Pet care experience
Long-time pet owner & animal lover
I have returned to school to earn my PhD as an adult in my 30s, which means I have both many years of experience with animals and significant flexibility to help out as your schedule requires. I have spent my whole life around animals - I grew up in a house with two cats, a dog (chow chow), and a multitude of fish; I worked for a stint on a farm as a teenager; and as an adult I have two sweet cats! I have been pet sitting for family and friends since I was young, most recently caring for a variety of cats and dogs for friends during work travel, vacations, and weddings. I have experience with cats of all life stages, giving medications, and walking both small and large dogs.
Cat care experience
Catrina also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Pets
Safety, trust & environment
Because I have two cats of my own, I am not able to offer services in my own home at this time. I offer in-home care and dog walking, and am happy to learn from you where your dog most likes to go for walks! I do have a car, and am able to transport pets to walking trails or dog parks if desired, but would only do so with your prior permission.
Ratings and reviews
Catrina is conscientious and caring. My cats adore her and she goes out of her way to make sure the pets around her are safe, comfy, and happy!
Catrina has watched my two cats multiple times over the years and has consistently done a fantastic job of looking after them. She has gone out of her way to make sure they are safe and taken care of, and has even managed to make friends with my especially shy one. Strongly recommend her as a petsitter for anyone who loves cats, as I have always trusted her implicitly to watch mine.
Catrina has a magic touch when it comes to pets - they all just love her. Even my cat who normally keeps his distance from people walked right up to her and asked for head scratches. Catrina obliged and sat with him for half an hour to give him the attention he wanted. She truly goes the extra mile to ensure pets feel loved and cared for.
Catrina is one of my long-time trusted cat sitters! She watched all four of my cats during our wedding weekend - including our grumpy senior, who needs oral meds and is always extra tricky - with no issues. She’s also extremely communicative and takes amazing pictures. 10/10 would recommend her!
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Schedule
I am a PhD student, which means that my schedule is very flexible! (It also means I always welcome study breaks to hang out with your furry friends!) I am available mornings, afternoons, and evenings, including during weekdays and normal business hours.