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Kate M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
21 repeat clients
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Kate M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
21 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $75 per night

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.

Highlights

Kate has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
24 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication

Pet care experience

Life is better with dogs!

Dogs make me smile. They've been a part of my daily life since I was born. I grew up with four family dogs and I have had two of my own as an adult. In addition to pets, I also have experience working and volunteering with dog rescues and I have fostered many dogs in my home over the years. I am a certified dog trainer and I am always continuing my education and looking for ways to improve myself as a dog companion.

Qualifications

21 repeat pet parents
95% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% 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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55 ratings
Boarding • giu 09, 2026

Kate M. cancelled a booking 4 days before it was scheduled to begin.

Susan N.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • apr 21, 2026

Kate was great. She is a professional. She's very communicative and tends to your dogs needs. She's got a great set up in her home and yard for day care. We'll be back.

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Katie H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • apr 11, 2026

We were confident from the first meeting that our dog would love staying with Kate and our expectations were only exceeded. We will definitely be bringing our girl back again!

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Mary M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • mar 29, 2026

My dog had a great time staying with Kate. I appreciate all the updates and know she is well taken care of.

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Catherine H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • mar 03, 2026

Kate took such great care of my 2 collies! It was like an extended play date for them! Updates, photos, and videos throughout my trip were great 👍🏻

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Sarah H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • feb 25, 2026

Gosh, we feel so lucky to have found Kate! Kate welcomed our Poppy into her home like she was part of the family and gave her so much genuine attention and care. It was clear she really understands dogs and makes an effort to engage them both mentally and physically. Also her home setup is so impressive. She created such a safe, fun, and thoughtfully designed space where the dogs can play, explore, and socialize comfortably. You can tell a lot of care has gone into making it a happy environment for them. Highly highly recommended Kate!

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Schedule

I am currently providing dog care services in my home full time. We get outside every day, rain or shine. I have a nice sized play yard for off leash exercise, we take neighborhood walks and outings to local parks. My daughter is 11 years old, and loves dogs too. When she's not in school she likes to join in on the dog walks and trips to the park. She also loves playing ball and dog grooming!

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I have a fully fenced yard with a large dog door for easy access. I have a gate system that allows me to partition the yard into several separate spaces for stress-free introductions and in case pups need a break from one another. I also have a large covered area adjacent to the backyard for dry outdoor space when the weather is crummy. I have a four year old male named Major and while he can be a tad anxious at first, he loves to play with new friends once he feels safe and comfortable.

Pets

A typical day

We get out for daily walks, which include trips to the park to sniff around, people watch, and socialize. Major and I play in the backyard together, and even throw ball up and down the hallway in the house when the weather is bad. My approach is positive reinforcement. I love to incorporate puzzles and games and I find that the best way to train dogs is to just make it part of every day fun activities.

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 6 pets per night
Let me know ahead of time about any special needs that your dog may have. I'm comfortable with dogs from a variety of backgrounds and even have experience in administering insulin. Because of my pup's anxiety, my home is not a good fit for large male dogs with aggressive tendencies. Thanks!
These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.

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.

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.