5.0

I'm Kat, and I love spending time with cats so much that I decided to do it for a living! I am one of only a few Rover sitters who does not charge extra if you have more than one cat :). Since I currently have four of my own (and I volunteer as a foster parent for a local cat rescue, so we have additional cats rotating into our home all the time), I know how expensive that can get. I think it's more ethical to charge for length of time needed instead of number of pets, especially since some cats are shy and may not want to interact with a sitter. I know how stressful it can be to trust a stranger with your cats, and I love having the opportunity to help my clients have peace of mind so they can enjoy their trips without worrying about how things are going at home. I always provide multiple pictures and videos as well as a detailed account of how each visit goes, so you can feel comfortable knowing your kitties are in good hands. I’ve had multiple cats with medical issues, so I am experienced giving medication to non-aggressive cats orally, topically, and via injection if the cat is used to them. I’ve always gravitated toward cats, and I love how you have to earn their trust and respect. Behaviorally, my approach is research-based, using shaping and positive reinforcement to help cats be happy and get their needs met in ways that are acceptable to humans. A big part of cat stress relief is playtime that engages their natural prey cycle (hunt-catch-kill, eat-groom-sleep), and I'm happy to bring some cat-tested, behavior specialist-approved wand toys and/or puzzle feeders on my visits upon request. I have worked in Eugene as a high school teacher, ran my own consulting business (Feline Behavior Investigators), and as an accounting manager for a local software company. I'm a regular Jill of All Trades! I’m highly respectful of other people‘s property, and treat their homes like I would my own. I am detail oriented, so don’t be surprised if I take copious notes during meet and greets. I'm fully vaccinated and happy to mask up! Visits booked with fewer than 3 days notice incur a 30% service charge. I look forward to hearing from you and meeting your cats!