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Katharine B.

5.0 out of 5 stars
52 repeat clients
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Katharine B.

5.0 out of 5 stars
52 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $15 per visit

Highlights

Katharine has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
10 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Animal enthusiast

I was born into a house full of cats and dogs, and at no point in my life have i ever lived without them. I worked in a vet clinic as a high school intern for a year, and spent a lot of time caring for small animals that were boarding or recovering from an operation. During this time I worked with several different dog breeds, and dogs with a wide variety of issues. I also competed in 4H dog shows for 8 years, showing in showmanship, obedience, and Rally Obedience. However, I have also trained in Agility, doggy freestyle, and puppy kindergarten. I am a licensed Karen Pryor dog trainer and I am also licensed in red cross pet first aid.

Cat care experience

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lifelong lover of cats

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

Qualifications

52 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
10 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

I live in an apartment, so I’m unable to offer care in my home. But, I do have experience with going over just to make sure dogs are able to go outside and burn off energy and make sure they’re fed for the night. I also have experience house-sitting and caring for plants in the home as well as making sure pets get doted on, and burn off enough energy.

Ratings and reviews

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132 ratings
Tony C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • jun. 16, 2026

I was very confident in Katharine's ability to take care of Pickle when I met them to give them my key. During their visits they went beyond what was asked of them. They took the time to play and cuddle with him which I'm sure he appreciated. They also got some great pictures to send to us that were fun to show to others. Would definitely recommend!

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Mary S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • jun. 08, 2026

Kathryn is great with cat, who can be very sassy!! I trust her completely and have rescheduled her for next month.

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Kelly D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • jun. 07, 2026

After our daughter moved, we lost our cat sitter so decided to try Rover. We chose Katharine to take care of our two boys for the week and could not be more pleased. She took the time with our socially awkward scaredy-cat whilel also giving our social butterfly the attention he needed. Thankfully, she also took the time to clean up messes they made along the way. Would definitely recommend Katharine!

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Brook V.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • mei 25, 2026

Our girls instantly took to Katharine and she made sure they were more than taken care of! Will absolutely use her again when we need someone!

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Lisa D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • mei 01, 2026

Katharine is a lifesaver! My car broke down 600 miles from home during what should have been a weekend trip. It turned into a week. Katharine was flexible and willing to work with my having to book day by day. She was great with my cats. They looked happy in the pictures she provided. I'd definitely book Katharine again!

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Brittany G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • apr. 26, 2026

Top notch care. Excellent communication. Thank you Katherine!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I am working a part time job, usually evenings so morning through early afternoon would work best for walks. If doing overnight care, I would be able to let dogs outside on my breaks if they were near my place of work.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Katharine can host up to 12 drop-ins per day
It’s important to know a pets triggers, what they do not like you doing. also what they do LOVE you doing. it’s important that i know enough to keep myself and the pets in my care as safe as i can. as well as happy and healthy
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.