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Kat J.

4.8 out of 5 stars
33 repeat clients
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Kat J.

4.8 out of 5 stars
33 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $32 per night

Highlights

Basic background check
25 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

dependable & knowledged pet sitter

Hi all! A little about me and my experience- My name is Kat and I am currently finishing my thesis in grad school and work part time as a server/bartender. My fiancé, Mat, works nights during the week and I tend to work most weekends. Together, we make sure any animals in our home are cared for as there is almost always someone at home. (On top of that, we have a roommate who is often home.) When it comes to our pets, they are a part of our family. We love them and know that it’s hard to be away from them. When I’m taking care of someone else’s animal, I want them to feel happy and comfortable in the home because I know it’s already hard enough on them being away from you- the pet parent. Each pet has their own needs. Puppies need constant attention until they zonk out then they are back at it again later. Older dogs might just want some love and attention, to be fed, and then to be left alone for the night. In my experience, each pet owner also has their own needs. Some have wanted daily pictures and videos. Some just like an update here and there. My experience has taught me that the best way to see if you can match those needs is by making that initial contact and talking everything over and ideally having a meet and greet beforehand. I started doing this as an ungraduated college student and continue today because it's something that I can do with my job and something that I love. Please reach out with any questions!

Qualifications

33 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience

Ratings and reviews

4.8
stars
64 ratings
Savannah K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • May 31, 2026

Kat was amazing! Booked for a last minute vaca and she responded very fast! I was nervous because this Titus's first time away from us but he came back so happy! Response time was so quick and sent photos everyday!

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Daniel N.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Feb 24, 2026

Kat is fantastic. She did a wonderful job taking care of our dog. I would highly recommend.

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Paul
1.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Sep 30, 2025

I don’t know how she is a star sitter. Book her at your own risk.

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Brandi W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Sep 22, 2025

Thanks! I appreciate Kat's flexibility. My pup seemed happy and loved during her stay.

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Joran C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 27, 2025

Kat did a wonderful job with Benny! I came home to one happy pup :)

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Emma G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 26, 2025

Kat was wonderful and took great care of Charlie! Kat was very responsive and gave daily updates. We would love to use Kat again to watch our girl!

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Schedule

I am currently finishing my thesis in grad school and work part time as a server/bartender. My fiancé, Mat, works nights during the week and I tend to work most weekends. Together, we make sure any animals in our home are cared for as there is almost always someone at home. (On top of that, we have a roommate who is often home.) I try to schedule meet and greets when both Mat and myself are available. This ensures you can meet us both and feel assured whenever either of us are home for pick ups and drop offs.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs, has cats
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Safety, trust & environment

We have a fenced in backyard and so the dogs have the run of that area. If it's rainy, we try to keep their potty breaks short so to prevent the muddy paws we all know and love. We have a Aussie who is about a year and a half who will happily play with any energetic pups that come visit and sometimes because of this, they roll around in the yard and get dusty-dirty. If you would prefer me to limit that outside play, I am happy to do so. I also do my best to bath any pup that gets dirty from play, weather, accidents, and will typically talk to you about how they do with those upon the meet and greet! I want your pup to be happy and healthy when you pick them up but I also want to respect whatever your needs as the owner are!

Pets

A typical day

Go for walks around the block or dog parks. I have plenty of toys from my own dog who is more than willing to play and share.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Kat can host up to 3 pets per night
No breed preferences, what I would like to know is if they have had all their shots, are they fixed, and whether they tend to be more hyper or laid back. I also have a four foot chain fence around my back yard and for any bigger dogs, I want to make sure that there's no risk of them jumping over it.
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