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Kat D.

Star Sitter

Astoria-Long Island City, Astoria, NY

5.0 out of 5 stars
63 reviews
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Services

Kat can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs

Kat can care for

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

Availability

When I am not at work being a nurse, I am at home being a couch potato. If you see I am available, shoot me a message and help me and your pup exercise!

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Not available
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Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About Kat D.

Communication

26 repeat pet parents
84% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

26 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

Pets get free range to all rooms in my home! Everyone is welcome on the bed and the furniture. This is a very dog friendly home.

Home

Lives in a house
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Kat D. would like to know about your pet

I don't have any breed preferences, all breeds are loved in my heart! However, as per agreement with my landlord, I am only able to accommodate small/medium sized dogs.

A typical day

Here's where we'll take our walks I walk every morning around my neighborhood, which is a very safe, family friendly area with that beautiful Queens charm. I also live within walking distance to Dutch Kills Park and Socrates Sculpture Park. I like to take the pups to Dutch Kills Park because it has a large, closed off hockey rink where they allow animals to run and play along with other neighborhood dogs. Socrates Sculpture Park is my other park alternative. It has an open space for pups to be off leash in the mornings and it has a beautiful view of the East River and the Manhattan skyline. Because I am a recent grad, dog sitting has become my full-time job and I will be home everyday to walk your pup 3-4 times per day as well as allowing them backyard potty breaks in between. Your dog's sleeping arrangement I have a spacious open living room in which a comfy, fresh, clean dog bed can be provided for their comfort. If, however they prefer some company when they sleep they are more than welcome to sleep in my room! Your pup is really allowed to sleep wherever they want! Time I'll spend with your dog Hours! Because I am a recent grad and this is my full-time job, I am home most of the time and I have all the time in the world hanging out with your pup while we exercise, play, and watch TV on the couch.

Location

Astoria, NY

Kat D.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Kat D. 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.

Nurse by day, dog walker by day off

Pet care experience

Hi! My name is Kat and I am 32 years old. I started Rover in 2012 when I was in college and at the time I was #1 in Astoria! I am now a nurse at MSK but still love to go for long walks and I’d love to bring your little babies with me! I am very friendly and responsible. I have a caring nature and try to keep my clients as updated as possible so that they have the peace of mind that their pup is having their own amazing adventure. If you would like me to care for your pet I am very flexible and super friendly! Shoot me a message and help this girl hit her step goals on her days off! Why I love dog sitting I have loved dogs as long as I can remember! I have always been drawn to them and never been scared. My family had a toy poodle named Jazzy for 14 years and she was my best friend! Since then, I have pet sat for countless breeds and personalities. One of my clients needed to be rehomed and SURPRISE! He’s now rehomed with me and I am his mommy! I am a lover of all dogs!

Reviews

Shannon N.
Dog Walking • May 27, 2026
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Benji loves walking with Kat and I love seeing the cute pictures she takes!

Misha C.
Drop-In Visits • May 11, 2026
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Sent great pictures, seamless communication, took great care of my cats! Came back to a clean space Thank you!

Catherine O.
Drop-In Visits • May 11, 2026
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Kat has done a great job with our eldery birds as well as with our 3-legged cat!

Brandi M.
Drop-In Visits • Jan 17, 2026
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Kat really saved us in an awkward, urgent time. She took great care with the cats and was just generally a gem of a human being. You should give her your money, too!

About Kat D.

Communication

26 repeat pet parents
84% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

26 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

Pets get free range to all rooms in my home! Everyone is welcome on the bed and the furniture. This is a very dog friendly home.

Home

Lives in a house
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Kat D. would like to know about your pet

I don't have any breed preferences, all breeds are loved in my heart! However, as per agreement with my landlord, I am only able to accommodate small/medium sized dogs.

A typical day

Here's where we'll take our walks I walk every morning around my neighborhood, which is a very safe, family friendly area with that beautiful Queens charm. I also live within walking distance to Dutch Kills Park and Socrates Sculpture Park. I like to take the pups to Dutch Kills Park because it has a large, closed off hockey rink where they allow animals to run and play along with other neighborhood dogs. Socrates Sculpture Park is my other park alternative. It has an open space for pups to be off leash in the mornings and it has a beautiful view of the East River and the Manhattan skyline. Because I am a recent grad, dog sitting has become my full-time job and I will be home everyday to walk your pup 3-4 times per day as well as allowing them backyard potty breaks in between. Your dog's sleeping arrangement I have a spacious open living room in which a comfy, fresh, clean dog bed can be provided for their comfort. If, however they prefer some company when they sleep they are more than welcome to sleep in my room! Your pup is really allowed to sleep wherever they want! Time I'll spend with your dog Hours! Because I am a recent grad and this is my full-time job, I am home most of the time and I have all the time in the world hanging out with your pup while we exercise, play, and watch TV on the couch.

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Kat D.

Star Sitter

Astoria-Long Island City, Astoria, NY

5.0 out of 5 stars
63 reviews