Kate K.
Downtown, CA
Experienced Pet Care Professional
Pet care experience
Reliable, consistent, and compassionate care available for your animals while you're away. Care is offered in your home, to reduce the strain on your animal and keep his or her environment and schedule as normal as possible. My goal is to maintain your dog's routines and consistently enforce any positive training protocols, to ensure as smooth a transition as possible. I am experienced with all kinds of animals, from dogs of any breed and size, to cats, small mammals, birds, exotics, and fish. With over 15 years experience in the animal sheltering field & 25 years pet sitting I am used to providing exceptional care to other people's pets under extraordinary circumstances. I can work with all dogs, from super-social to skittish, and understand the importance of exercise and mental stimulation to maintaining an animal's overall health. Does your dog like long walks? Great! So do I. Play time in the yard? I'm an expert ball-thrower! Quiet time inside? I can do that too. If your pet has special needs, I am also skilled at providing medication and fluids and dealing with behavior issues. SERVICES OFFERED: Premiere in-home overnight care: Let your animals relax at home while you're away. This premium service provides one-on-one care to your animals overnight and includes evening and morning meal service, walks, playtime, and lots of love and attention. I'll work with you to tailor an experience that is just right for your animal(s). Walks: Provide your dog an opportunity to stretch their legs and get some exercise while you're out. Options for one-time and weekly walking services are available. Drop-In Care: For animals who don't need overnight care (or need additional visits throughout the day), tailored drop-in services are available starting at 30 minute visits and available up to 12 hours long. I'll work with you to design a visit that meets all of your animal's needs! Medication Administration: Ensure your animal's medical needs are met with this service. I can administer oral medications and injections, as well as subcutaneous fluids. Key Pick-Up/Hand-Off: Let me come to you to pick-up and drop-off keys before and after your service. This is a perfect add-on for homes without a lockbox or other way of securing keys. All services include daily updates and photos! Why I love pet sitting I've loved animals all my life, and started volunteering at my local humane society when I was in high school. I have served as a board member for a non-profit humane society and was previously employed as a full-time program manager for a humane society where I worked with animals of all breeds, sizes, and temperaments daily, as well as fostering animals when needed. My last foster dog lived with me for seven months while we worked through her resource guarding issues to find her a permanent home.
Reviews
Kate was easy to work with, quick to respond, and patient with our shy cats. We appreciated the updates and pics with each drop-in visit!
Kate was wonderful. Took great care of my dog while we left for the weekend. Was on time and dependable. I would definitely recommend Kate.
This was our first time leaving our kitties alone for a few days and Kate eased all our worries. She was communicative and sent us pictures every day! We will be rebooking with Kate in the future.
I chose to work with Kate because I needed someone who could give my cat his oral liquid medicine. Kate did a great job and was able to build trust with my cat and give him cuddles while I was gone. I also got updates on how he was doing.
About Kate K.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
Your animals' safety is my top concern. While in your home, we'll follow their usual routine. Does your dog feel safest in their crate? Perfect! Are they an independent soul with free-range of the house? Wonderful! I'm familiar with many styles of harnesses and head-collars and can work effectively with these if your dog is used to them.
Information Kate K. would like to know about your pet
I am experienced and comfortable working with dogs of all shapes, sizes, and personalities as well as cats, birds, reptiles, and more! Every animal is an individual, and my goal as a pet sitter is to meet each animal's needs while keeping their life as consistent as possible during my stay. I'll need to know their routines, habits, preferences, and of course, their favorite games, toys, & exercises.
A typical day
Time I'll spend with your animal(s) Every animal has different needs, and my care plan is tailored to the individual. I understand the importance of exercise as well as mental stimulation to an animal's well being, and this is all taken into account when determining the services needed.
Services
Kate can watch in your home
Availability
I am a full-time pet sitter, dedicated to ensuring my clients have the best experience possible! I'd love to hear from you to discuss the best care options for your animals.
About Kate K.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
Your animals' safety is my top concern. While in your home, we'll follow their usual routine. Does your dog feel safest in their crate? Perfect! Are they an independent soul with free-range of the house? Wonderful! I'm familiar with many styles of harnesses and head-collars and can work effectively with these if your dog is used to them.
Information Kate K. would like to know about your pet
I am experienced and comfortable working with dogs of all shapes, sizes, and personalities as well as cats, birds, reptiles, and more! Every animal is an individual, and my goal as a pet sitter is to meet each animal's needs while keeping their life as consistent as possible during my stay. I'll need to know their routines, habits, preferences, and of course, their favorite games, toys, & exercises.
A typical day
Time I'll spend with your animal(s) Every animal has different needs, and my care plan is tailored to the individual. I understand the importance of exercise as well as mental stimulation to an animal's well being, and this is all taken into account when determining the services needed.
Location
Long Beach, CA
Pets
Kate K.
Downtown, CA