Kate S.
Kate S.
Highlights
Pet care experience
Animal Lover and Elementary Teacher
Hi! While I work primarily as an elementary school teacher, I’m also a lifelong animal owner and caretaker. Currently, I’m the lucky pet parent to two cats, one dog, five chickens, and a horse. Growing up, I learned love and responsibility through caring for my family’s pets. Animal care remains one of my greatest sources of joy. My idea of a good time is spending hours researching joint care for my senior horse, or working through my morning chicken chores with my black lab trotting by my side. I feel honored every time my shy tiger cat snuggles up behind me on the couch, and I look forward to daily playtime with my lab and black cat. Additionally, I have experience with caring for animals with special or medical needs. My dog receives daily oral medication. My previous cat received weekly chemotherapy after a lymphoma diagnosis, and I became very familiar with oral medication administration in cats. Whether you have a senior dog or skittish cat who prefers quiet and calm, or a new pup in need of a play session, I’m happy to help you and your furry friends!
Cat care experience
Kate also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Pets
Safety, trust & environment
Safety always comes first, with my own animals as well as yours! I firmly believe in double-checking doors, crates, and gates. I will check your pet’s food and water supply. With my experience, I also know when things appear “off” (e.g. lethargy, sore tummies, loose stool), and will notify you right away. I aim to care for your pet to your exact specifications (it’s my teacher brain at work!).
Ratings and reviews
Kate was absolutely fantastic. It was the first time using a cat sitter and the first time leaving our cats. We travelled internationally so I really wanted someone I could trust. From the walk through before we travelled, I had an instant warmth and trust with Kate. During our travels she was always on time, her check-ins were very descriptive which I really appreciated and the photos she took of our cats were adorable! I was so happy that our cats welcomed her and warmed up to her very quickly, for not so cuddling cats they were very cuddling with Kate. I would highly recommend and will definitely be rebooking her for future needs. I actually feel sad that my cats won’t be seeing her on the daily for a while and I’m sure the cats are sad too!
Kate is a great care giver. She took care of my two cats while I was on vacation. She is attentive and responsible. I feel lucky to find her to look after my cats.
Our two kitties have the best time with Kate! She is always on board with anything we request when it comes to caring for our girls and is very communicative. Highly recommend her!
We always have peace of mind when we know we have Kate to look after our girls while we’re away! She goes above and beyond and we are lucky to have her :) Our kitties remember her and are excited to see her! They look for her even after we’re home!
Kate is wonderful with our cat Teddy! She gives him so much care and pays attention to every detail with his instructions. He is shy and will rarely come out when we’re gone, but he feels so comfortable around Kate. We highly recommend her!
Kate did an amazing job caring for our 2 cats while we were away for a cross country trip! Our fur babies were in extremely good care and we had peace of mind every day. Kate is extremely caring and thorough and sends the best pictures of your pets while you are away! We highly recommend Kate!
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Schedule
Throughout the school year, I’m looking to take on pet sitting opportunities over weekends, holidays, and school vacation weeks. I’ll do my best to meet your scheduling needs!
Prices include all fees.