Kaitlynn M.
Oakdale, GA
Experienced Foster and Dog Lover
Pet care experience
Hi! My name is Kaitlynn, and I am a program manager for an Atlanta based non-profit! I have served as a volunteer for Walton Animal Guild and foster mom for rescued dogs with a group based in Atlanta, Angels Among Us. I am stationed in the Atlanta/Westside area. My family has always had dogs, and we have experienced many breeds and sizes of pets. I am a kind, compassionate and loving individual, with a sincere appreciation of what dogs bring to humans. I am a pup momma and have a great deal of exposure to various breeds of dogs! I am a previous educator (both middle and high), so I have a great deal of patience and enjoy the company and presence of animals. I also have experience fostering higher needs dogs, so I understand that some dogs need much more than others. Why I love dog sitting We have had pets since I was an infant, but the love first began with our Sheltie, Sox, when I was 5. We have always had a dog in our home and we consider them members of our family. After the death of our long-time family member Chester in 2012, I decided I needed to have pets in my own apartment again, and began to foster for a rescue in Atlanta, Angels Among Us. My most recent foster was adopted into an amazing home in John's Creek with a wonderful and loving family and I miss him EVERY day. My first love of my very own into my home is my sweet Luna. We also have a little fur queen named Scarlet, who is feisty and energetic. I have done pet sitting for family members, friends, colleagues, and through Rover for several years and we have had a variety of size and breeds of dogs: sheltie, dachshunds, labs, corian terriers, west highland white terriers, bernese mountain dogs, pit bulls, hound mixes, swisser mixes, shih-tzu mixes, mutt angels and pit mixes. My experience administering medication I have experiences with administering medication in a pill form and on a tight schedule. A family friend had a very sweet epileptic border collie that has a strict schedule and a specific diet that we follow, so I am accustomed to "higher maintenance" dogs (we know they can't help it!). Luna also takes medication twice daily, so I'm pretty crafty at getting furbabes to take things they don't care for.
Reviews
We met Kaitlyn years ago from rover and she has watched our 2 babies many times since. They love her and so do we! I trust her with handling both my special need pups and would trust her with my kids too!
We loved having Kaitlynn take care of our dog overnight. We felt completely comfortable with her staying in our house. It was great knowing our pet was comfortable in her own home, instead of boarding in a strange place. Kaitlynn is so sweet, friendly, & you can tell the first time you meet her she truly loves what she does! We'll never book with anyone else!
Kaitlynn is fantastic! She is very communicative, sending photos and video clips of the dogs all the time. She is always quick to respond and we are amazed how quickly our four dogs took to her. She is very easy to work with and we can't imagine anyone else staying with our pack of mutts! We're booking two more stays with Kaitlynn between now and the end of the year.
Kaitlynn is great!!
About Kaitlynn M.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
My goal is to take care of your pets how YOU take care of your pets. In our home, Luna is free to roam (with gates up to both bedrooms due to anxious licking), and our small one gets crated. We pick out TV shows or movies for them to watch during the day while we are gone, or put on some classical music. We make sure the home is well-lit if we'll be gone after dark.Scarlet, our smallest, is an incredibly picky eater, so I don't mind specifics around meal times or medications, either. As long as I have clear instruction, I'm happy to meet the needs of your babes.
Information Kaitlynn M. would like to know about your pet
I want to make your dog comfortable! If they have specific fears or timid tendencies, I would like to know! Also, their eating and medications schedule, if any.
A typical day
Time I'll spend with your dog Depending on the nature of the visit (drop in or a walk), I can spend 15 minutes - 45 minutes with your pet each time I visit them. If you prefer longer, we can negotiate a rate and I can work remotely from your home certain days of the week. I live off Defoor Ave, so there are many lovely and quiet places to walk pets in our neighborhood. I'm also happy to take a preferred route if you and your pet have one. Activities Whatever your babe enjoys, we will do. If they lounge, I lounge. If they play soccer, I play soccer. (This is one of Luna's favorite activities). If they walk, I walk. If they watch Bravo trash TV, I'll succumb and join them. ;) Extra house-sitting services I'm happy to water plants, take out trash, or handle other small services while I'm in your home to visit or walk your babe. Larger tasks are an option, but may require negotiating a higher fee for the visit.
Services
Kaitlynn can watch in your home
Availability
Right now, I work mostly from home. My office is located less than two miles from where I live, so mid-day opportunities are perfect, as well as right after work (5PM-6PM) walks or drop ins. My schedule is relatively flexible.
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About Kaitlynn M.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
My goal is to take care of your pets how YOU take care of your pets. In our home, Luna is free to roam (with gates up to both bedrooms due to anxious licking), and our small one gets crated. We pick out TV shows or movies for them to watch during the day while we are gone, or put on some classical music. We make sure the home is well-lit if we'll be gone after dark.Scarlet, our smallest, is an incredibly picky eater, so I don't mind specifics around meal times or medications, either. As long as I have clear instruction, I'm happy to meet the needs of your babes.
Information Kaitlynn M. would like to know about your pet
I want to make your dog comfortable! If they have specific fears or timid tendencies, I would like to know! Also, their eating and medications schedule, if any.
A typical day
Time I'll spend with your dog Depending on the nature of the visit (drop in or a walk), I can spend 15 minutes - 45 minutes with your pet each time I visit them. If you prefer longer, we can negotiate a rate and I can work remotely from your home certain days of the week. I live off Defoor Ave, so there are many lovely and quiet places to walk pets in our neighborhood. I'm also happy to take a preferred route if you and your pet have one. Activities Whatever your babe enjoys, we will do. If they lounge, I lounge. If they play soccer, I play soccer. (This is one of Luna's favorite activities). If they walk, I walk. If they watch Bravo trash TV, I'll succumb and join them. ;) Extra house-sitting services I'm happy to water plants, take out trash, or handle other small services while I'm in your home to visit or walk your babe. Larger tasks are an option, but may require negotiating a higher fee for the visit.
Location
Atlanta, GA
Pets
Kaitlynn M.
Oakdale, GA