Kat J.
Bloomington, IL
dependable & knowledged pet sitter
Pet care experience
I care for my own animals a great deal and because of that, I know how much someone can love their animals. 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. The best way to see if you can match those needs is by making that initial contact and talking everything over. This is what my experience has taught me. I started doing this as a 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! I now work part time in the evening and weekends and my fiancé works a Sunday-Wednesday schedule during the day. Together we make sure any animals in our home are cared for as there is almost always someone home. The only period of time that no one tends to be home is for a short period on Sunday afternoons and even then, we have a roommate who is usually around. I will always try me best to work around your schedule for pick up and drop off.
Reviews
Kat was awesome! Great care for my Aussie. They sent pics of Gracie and great communication thru the stay. I will use them again for sure!
Frank came back happy.
Kat was an amazing sitter for our Australian shepherd puppy. She was flexible with our schedule and responded quickly. She also sent update photos frequently!
This was our puppy’s first time staying with non-family members. We can tell he was well taken care of and had fun with Kat’s dogs.
About Kat J.
Communication
Skills
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!
Home
Information Kat J. would like to know about your pet
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.
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.
Services
Kat can host
Availability
My dogs always have food and water in their bowls but when I've had dogs that ate at specific times, I usually just base my mornings off of those hours. Dogs are a part of my life so I don't really see myself as having to fit "care" into my daily routine because it's just natural. My pets and other's are allowed to go where they please to an extent. We have a small home with a basement and upstairs. We block off the upstairs and the basement just to keep everyone on the main level and in sight but other than that they have the run of the house including the furniture. If it is someone else's house, I follow what they allow for their pets. I find that the best way to get the dogs comfortable with you is to just sit in the same area with them and let them come to you.
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About Kat J.
Communication
Skills
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!
Home
Information Kat J. would like to know about your pet
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.
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.
Location
Bloomington, IL
Pets
Kat J.
Bloomington, IL