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Kate D.

5.0 out of 5 stars
24 repeat clients
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Kate D.

5.0 out of 5 stars
24 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $75 per night

Highlights

Enhanced background check
30 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication
Special needs experience

Pet care experience

Claws and Paws pet sitter

I have owned and loved many animals my whole life. I have may years of experience from training puppies to senior care, and administering medicine and needles for diabetic animals. I am a stay at home mother who dedicates time and affection to my pets and others. I am available almost all day to let the animals out and provide whatever care they might need. I have a fully fenced in yard for your dog to run or roam. I have a 1 year old cavapoo who loves to be chased and play just as much as he loves to lay around cuddling and be around people and other dogs. I also have two young children who love animals and going on long walks and dog parks.

Qualifications

24 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

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44 ratings
Giorgi K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Jul 07, 2026

Kate was super friendly, resoonsive timely manner. updating about dogs. I definitely will book her again

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Andy E.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Feb 08, 2026

All great as usual! Bacon was so happy to see Kate at dropoff.

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Andy E.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jan 05, 2026

Bacon is always happy to go to Kate’s, and Kate is always very helpful and responsive and easy to work with. And as a bonus, she sends some great pictures of the dogs hanging out.

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Rosani A.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Nov 09, 2025

Luke was again under Kate’s watch and he had a great time there. She always treats him with love and patience. Thank you so much!

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Indraneel J.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Nov 07, 2025

Kate is great. I have kept both my dogs with her multiple times and she was great both times.

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Mj R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Oct 06, 2025

Kate was great with my Akita puppy! She was able to accommodate my last minute request, which really is hard to find! She took the best care of my puppy and I would highly recommend her!

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Schedule

I am a stay at home mother who is home most of the day. I can provide whatever care your animal needs from puppy training and letting out constantly throughout the day to a senior dog needing companionship who just wants to lay around together.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
Children 0-5 years old
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture

Safety, trust & environment

Depending on your animals likes and needs will determine how your animal is cared for. We have a fairly large home with a large fenced in yard. Our dog loves to be back and forth inside and outside all day long. We do have a large fenced in yard if your dog prefers to be outside for long periods of time or is energetic and likes to run and play. We also have a dog run if your dog is a escape artist but likes the outdoors. We love going for walks on nice days and after school hours my children love to play with new pets. We do not crate our dog but we do have a large crate if you or your pet is more comfortable with a crate.

Pets

A typical day

We have dog puzzles, snuffle mats, interactive treat toys and scratching board to mentally stimulate your dog, as well as tons of balls and toys. On a regular day the dogs usually will play outside running around or roaming for a little while if it is nice, then come in and cuddle/nap, and depending on the dogs they usually will play again in the afternoon after they get more energy. When the kids come home from school they are usually always playing or giving them affection. If the dogs walk nicely on a leash without pulling or being reactive we will sometimes go on a walk. The dogs have complete freedom in the house. They can go upstairs or downstairs if they need space but they usually all end up hanging out together in the same room. Feeding time is typically around 7& 6. Times can adjusted if your dog has different needs.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Kate can host up to 6 pets per night
It is very important that all dogs are on prescription flea and tick medication, are up to date on shots, and are friendly with kids and other dogs. Please provide food and written instructions on their feeding schedule and amount. Sometimes if a dog is not used to being boarded their eating may be a little off. It usually takes about 2 days for a dog not used to be boarded to get adjusted and feel comfortable. Please provide any important information like allergies, anxiety, aggression, resource guarding, etc.
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.