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Kate D.

5.0 out of 5 stars
9 repeat clients
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Kate D.

5.0 out of 5 stars
9 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $55 per night

Highlights

Enhanced background check
24 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

20+ years of pet love experience.

I have been in the industry since 1996 starting as a house trained vet assistant, kennel attendant and shelter volunteer. In 2002 I graduated from the Academy of Dog and Cat grooming Arts and have been practicing since. I've lived in my home since 2003 and surrounded by pets the ENTIRE time. Around 2011 I started rescue and foster work and have helped get dozens of pets in safe homes. Currently I groom at a local salon and I have a loyal following of established pets that I have been sitting in my home for years. My life wouldn't be complete any other way. Here, we are a family of 3 dogs, 3 cats, chickens, a horse and a donkey...and me, Mom of 2 boys 11 and 6, both very well trained to respect dogs. This is what we do.

Qualifications

9 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
24 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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19 ratings
Lily W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • jun. 15, 2026

Kate was great! I can tell Bear had an awesome time staying with Kate.

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Bill C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • may. 10, 2026

Great care on short notice!

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Stephanie Winston W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • abr. 27, 2026

Kate is the best! I knew it was a match the first time I met her. My baby made new friends and had a great time at his "sleep over"😊 THANK YOU Kate for understanding my anxiety about leaving him with someone other than family.🥰

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Randy C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • dic. 01, 2025

Kate is caring, kind, loves all animals and took very good care of Winnie. This was our first Rover experience but meeting Kate for the first time helped us to feel comfortable with the whole process. We would definitely ask Kate to watch Winnie again if the need arises.

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Amanda Y.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • sep. 23, 2025

Kate has always been the best! She always takes the best care of our fur baby.

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Amanda Y.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • jul. 23, 2024

After rescuing our pup not more than 7 months ago, we didn't know what to expect when going out of town. Kate was nothing short of a blessing. With her profound knowledge of animal care, and large area for numerous animals to play and explore, we knew she was the one for our Moose. It was only a short two day trip, but every step of the way, she was eager to let us know how moose was while we were away. We cannot recommend Kate more! Thank you Kate!

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Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives on a farm/ranch
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs, 1 cat
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

Pets

A typical day

All dogs are leashed walked to a potty pen. On their journey they will meet some chickens and possible a horse and donkey if we walk a little further down. My 3 senior dogs are great with all dogs and love to play or not if the situation so calls. Most pets leave and sleep for hours at home because of all the activity.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Kate can host up to 3 pets per night
I need to know everything you think I should know in order to keep him or her safe.
Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.