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Deborah K.

Upper West Side, New York, NY

5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
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Services

Deborah can care for

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

Availability

I’m an actor, so my schedule is pretty open! My schedule remains the same throughout the year, meaning my availability will stay the same! Early mornings are always free, as well as night time stays! I have a daily walk and I’d love to take a pet along with me!

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About Deborah K.

Communication

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

Dog skills

8 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

My sweet dog, Simba, just passed away in November. He and I were two peas in a pod, often walking 3 miles a day together, cuddling up every morning and night, and constantly showering each other in love. I have so much love to give to sweet animals now, and I really appreciate animal care gives me the opportunity to share the love with other animals. I love talking to animals, helping with training, walking with them, petting them and playing, as well as giving them time to be silly and happy!

Information Deborah K. would like to know about your pet

I’d love to know anything that makes your pet special! I am more than happy to accommodate to any animal and I love to come prepared and having researched to make sure I provide the best care.

A typical day

I love giving dogs their time to “stop and smell the roses.” Sniffing around is so important for dogs so I love to allow them to be stimulated during our walks. I love to run as well so I am happy to run along with any dog who wants to! Also a huge cuddler for those cuddly dogs and cats! I love to play with cats including the laser game, play with feathers and fish, as well as cleaning up as we go!

Location

New York, NY

Deborah K.'s Neighborhood

New to the city!

Pet care experience

Just moved to the city. Animal lover! I have had dogs and cats since I was 6. I have been fortunate enough to have taken care of my cousin’s cats and dogs for the past 10 years, as well as taking care of animals professionally for the last 7 years. I also specialize in taking care of animals with special needs. Whether that be administering medicine, giving special food, etc., I am so happy to do whatever your animal needs! I am a super active, young girl, and always love taking my pets on fun adventures, which I would love to do for your sweet animal as well. I also am happy to cuddle up inside and comfort your pets! My schedule is pretty open and manageable so I am able to care for pets frequently, whether that be day visits, overnight stays, walks, etc!

Cat care experience

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Cat lover, new to the city!

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

Reviews

Millie F.
House Sitting • Dec 17, 2025
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Deborah is very professional and absolutely the sweetest person I've met. She's naturally great with dogs and was very understanding and caring with my senior dog Bella as well as Hendrix who's bashful at times.They gravitated to her almost instantly! She always kept me updated with pictures and timeline walks with them. I definitely will have her care for my pups in the future! Thanks again Deborah.. much appreciated 🥰

Joanne C.
Dec 03, 2025

Deborah is a fantastic dog sitter. She has been lovingly interacting with and caring for cats and dogs from a very young age. In the past two years, she was a full time caregiver for her beloved dog Simba. I have never seen a more loving, attentive and thoughtful dog caregiver. She walked him 4 to 6 times a day, had him groomed regularly, and took him on very fun outings to dog parks and to walks with streams and lakes where he could swim. She is very tuned into a dog's' health and well being. Most of all, she is highly responsible and always communicates extremely well. You could not ask for a better person to care for your dog! She also adopted a cat and nursed her through infancy. She was very underweight and not feeding well and Deborah was extremely patient. She gave her some medicine for intestinal issues and her cat Olive has now grown into a full grown healthy adult cat! You will be extremely pleased whether Deborah cares for your dog or your cat or both!! She is the best.

Joanne C.
Dec 03, 2025

Deborah is a fantastic dog sitter. She has been lovingly interacting with and caring for dogs from a very young age. In the past two years, she was a full time caregiver for her beloved dog Simba. I have never seen a more loving, attentive and thoughtful dog caregiver. She walked him 4 to 6 times a day, had him groomed regularly, and took him on very fun outings to dog parks and to walks with streams and lakes where he could swim. She is very tuned into a dog's' health and well being. Most of all, she is highly responsible and always communicates extremely well. You could not ask for a better person to care for your dog!

Aaron S.
Dec 03, 2025

Deb has taken care of my two dogs, Lincoln and Tootsie, and they are not easy dogs by any stretch. Tootsie is very scared and protective, and Lincoln has ongoing stomach issues. Somehow, Deb managed to win Tootsie over completely, which is something I never thought I’d see, and she handled Lincoln’s stomach problems with more care and patience than anyone I’ve ever trusted with him. I’ve never once had to worry when my dogs were with her. You can instantly see how deeply she cares about animals. It isn’t just a job for her. She loves them, and more importantly, she loves my dogs like they’re her own. That means the world to me. I’ve also watched how she treats her own dog, Simba. I truly don’t think I’ve ever seen a dog live a happier, more loved life. Deb is one of the sweetest and most caring people I’ve met. She goes absolutely above and beyond, every single time. Whether it’s spending extra time comforting an anxious dog, adjusting routines to make a nervous pet feel safe, or doing whatever it takes to make sure an animal is healthy and happy, she never hesitates. She always puts the animals first. On top of all that, she’s incredibly organized, reliable, responsible, and fantastic with time management. She’s great with dogs of every personality and temperament, and she always treats them with patience, gentleness, and genuine love. I can say confidently that Deb is exceptional. I trust her completely, and I recommend her without a single hesitation.

About Deborah K.

Communication

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

Dog skills

8 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

My sweet dog, Simba, just passed away in November. He and I were two peas in a pod, often walking 3 miles a day together, cuddling up every morning and night, and constantly showering each other in love. I have so much love to give to sweet animals now, and I really appreciate animal care gives me the opportunity to share the love with other animals. I love talking to animals, helping with training, walking with them, petting them and playing, as well as giving them time to be silly and happy!

Information Deborah K. would like to know about your pet

I’d love to know anything that makes your pet special! I am more than happy to accommodate to any animal and I love to come prepared and having researched to make sure I provide the best care.

A typical day

I love giving dogs their time to “stop and smell the roses.” Sniffing around is so important for dogs so I love to allow them to be stimulated during our walks. I love to run as well so I am happy to run along with any dog who wants to! Also a huge cuddler for those cuddly dogs and cats! I love to play with cats including the laser game, play with feathers and fish, as well as cleaning up as we go!

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Deborah K.

Upper West Side, New York, NY

5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews