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Gavin K.

Des Moines, WA

5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
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Services

Gavin can care for

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

Availability

I tend to work shorter shifts at my regular job which allows me considerable flexibility in when I am able to visit and how frequently I am able to visit. I can stay for short or longer period of times and am comfortable walking dogs of all sizes.

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Not available
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House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Gavin K.

Communication

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

Skills

14 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I can care for your animals as though it was you who was caring for them. Animals know and like routine and I am happy to make sure we stick as close to theirs as possible.

Information Gavin K. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if there are any behaviors or movements I might exhibit that could scare of intimidate your pets. Also, if there are any areas of their body they do not like to be pet, or any they love! I love to learn about your animals, so tell me as much as you might want so I can really get to know them.

A typical day

I will give your pet the amount of attention and stimulation it desires. Walks, fetch, playing in the yard? No problem for me. I am happy to do other things your animal may need to feel safe and cared for.

Location

Des Moines, WA

Gavin K.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Cats trust me, dogs love me

Pet care experience

I have been caring for animals most of my life. I believe that all animals deserve our attention and care. I am experiancecd caring for elderly, sick, and young animals. Animals tend to trust me very quickly which is a trait I am most proud of.

Cat care experience

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Cats don't hide from me- I'm magic

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

Reviews

Kris F.
House Sitting • Jun 01, 2025
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Gavin is awesome!!!! He took wonderful and loving care of our big affectionate pup and sassy kitty. With daily updates and thoughtful photos, we were confident in his care and attention to our home and pets. Highly recommend!!!! We will definitely call on Gavin again for future stays.

Kris M.
House Sitting • Oct 11, 2024
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Gavin did a wonderful job with our Ozzie. Very thoughtful and professional and left our home cleaner than when we left;). Ozzie clearly enjoyed his time with his new friend!

Holly W.
Sep 08, 2024

I don't know if I can say enough good things about Gavin. First, one of my cats takes medication for anxiety and he actually comes out from under the bed to take it from Gavin. This alone tells me Gavin must be good people. My other cat greets him at the door like it's me coming home. We had a pet sitter fall through last minute while I was out of the country and I messaged Gavin in the middle of the night asking if could fill in and he responded with an enthusiastic yes. I would trust Gavin with my pets and my house anytime.

Katherine W.
Sep 04, 2024

Gavin took great care of our cats while we were on vacation. Normally they will stay in hiding when a new person is around but they accepted pets which honestly says more about Gavin than anything else I could write in this review! But he did an excellent job and we will be booking with him again in the future for sure.

About Gavin K.

Communication

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

Skills

14 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I can care for your animals as though it was you who was caring for them. Animals know and like routine and I am happy to make sure we stick as close to theirs as possible.

Information Gavin K. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if there are any behaviors or movements I might exhibit that could scare of intimidate your pets. Also, if there are any areas of their body they do not like to be pet, or any they love! I love to learn about your animals, so tell me as much as you might want so I can really get to know them.

A typical day

I will give your pet the amount of attention and stimulation it desires. Walks, fetch, playing in the yard? No problem for me. I am happy to do other things your animal may need to feel safe and cared for.

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Gavin K.

Des Moines, WA

5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews