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Katerina K.

Star Sitter

Lake Zurich, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
137 reviews
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Services

Katerina can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Unspayed females accepted, neutered males only
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time

Katerina can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

Your dog will be able to hang out in a fenced yard and go for daily walks. They are allowed on the furniture and on the bed. I stream them like my own!

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About Katerina K.

Communication

63 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds within a few hours
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

Your dog will hang out with my dog, 2 cats, my daughter (18) and me. When nobody’s home I separate the dogs by a gate unless I am confident that they can stay together.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, 2 cats
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

Information Katerina K. would like to know about your pet

Dog has to wear the rabies tag or at least I need a picture of the rabies certificate. Since I have 2 cats and a dog I can’t watch any aggressive or hunting dogs. I watch only one dog at the time, unless the dogs come from the same family, then I can watch two.

A typical day

I have big fenced yard and also take dogs for daily walk (weather permitted). I provide lots of cuddling and dogs can sleep wherever they pleases!

Location

Lake Zurich, IL

Katerina K.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Katerina K. has Star Sitter status

The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.

110% animal lover

Pet care experience

I am an animal lover. I grew up with many kinds of animals. Before I had my daughter (she is 18)I would do a dog sitting for my friends. Now I care for my one dog and two cats. I take my dog every day for a walk and our best place to go is the dog park! I am a member of Young at Heart seniors adoption ( for dogs and cats) and a regular volunteer at the cat center at local Petco. My daughter sometimes jokes that I love our dog more then her. What can I say.......yeah, our pets are pretty spoiled. I work during the weekdays and am usually gone from 8.00 am till 2.00 pm. During that time your dog would be staying in a dining room/kitchen separated with a gate from the rest of the house. I only take one dog at the time but I can take two from the same family. I will take your dog for a daily walk (weather permitted) and with your permission we can also go to a dog park. I have a big fenced backyard where the dogs can run and bark at the birds and squirrels......and sometimes neighbors ;) I am a trustworthy and responsible person who will treat your dog(s) and cat(s) like my own. I know what it is like to go away and leave your pet behind, worrying if he/she is in good hands. I can promise you that your pet will get all the love she/he needs! Looking forward to take care of your baby!

Cat care experience

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My mom used call me the Catmom

Katerina also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Reviews

Susan S.
Drop-In Visits • Jun 21, 2026
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Katerina always does an amazing job taking care of our cat. She manages his medication, sends cute videos and is very reliable.

Kari & David D.
Boarding • Jun 14, 2026
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We have used Katerina 3 times for our fur baby! She is wonderful. Our dog is always happy with her. She sends us pictures regularly with updates on how our girl is doing throughout her stay. We have been very happy using her!

Becca S.
Drop-In Visits • May 28, 2026
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Katerina was absolutely perfect! This was my first time using Rover and she made the experience very easy and nice! She did exactly what we needed which was visit our babies once a day and feed and play with them, but she went above and beyond when she sent photos and videos of them at each visit! It was so nice to get those updates while we were away! I will absolutely be using Rover again, especially Katerina! Thanks again!!!

Laura M.
Boarding • Mar 24, 2026
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Katerina provided terrific TLC to our senior dog. She has her own sweet older dog and they got along great. It is a quiet, peaceful, and comfy home and we would not hesitate to bring our pup there again next time we need a dog sitter.

About Katerina K.

Communication

63 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds within a few hours
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

Your dog will hang out with my dog, 2 cats, my daughter (18) and me. When nobody’s home I separate the dogs by a gate unless I am confident that they can stay together.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, 2 cats
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

Information Katerina K. would like to know about your pet

Dog has to wear the rabies tag or at least I need a picture of the rabies certificate. Since I have 2 cats and a dog I can’t watch any aggressive or hunting dogs. I watch only one dog at the time, unless the dogs come from the same family, then I can watch two.

A typical day

I have big fenced yard and also take dogs for daily walk (weather permitted). I provide lots of cuddling and dogs can sleep wherever they pleases!

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Katerina K.

Star Sitter

Lake Zurich, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
137 reviews