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Katharine C.

5.0 out of 5 stars
2 repeat clients
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Katharine C.

5.0 out of 5 stars
2 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $20 per visit

These prices are for 1 dog.

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

Highlights

Enhanced background check
10 years of experience
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Your pet's new best friend!

Hello! My name is Kate and I want to meet your pet! I have a seven year old Australian Shepherd who might be the love of my life (don't tell my husband!) I have grown up around dogs but have also taken care of cats and guinea pigs. In all seriousness, I live in the Goochland/Short Pump area and offer pet walking during the day. I'm a super active person who works from home and has the time to commit to make sure your pet is well taken care of! My first dog (a Westie) lived to be almost 17 and by the end of his life, needed a variety of medicines throughout the day and so that is another service that I can offer. I hope to meet you and your furry friend soon!

Qualifications

2 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
10 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

I make sure that your pet has plenty of water and play time before I leave the visit! I always make sure your pet is comfortable and we can play as much as they want!

Ratings and reviews

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Zoe R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jun 19, 2026

Katharine was great! She played fetch with the dogs during a lunchtime check-in and followed some specific instructions I had. Highly recommend!

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Meaghan L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jun 09, 2026

Katharine did a great job caring for our two cats while we were away! Would gladly book with her again.

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Kirsten G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • May 12, 2026

Kate was so amazing with our two pets! Can’t recommend her enough! :)

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Jessyca N.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Mar 30, 2022

Katherine is such a sweet person. She took our older dog Tiller for walks 3 times a week for 4 months, then we added a new puppy to our family and Katherine started to taking care of both of them. She is very nice to them. We were so happy we’ve found her. We could deeply trust our dogs under her care and know our house was safe with her as well. We are all so sad she is moving, but we wish her all the best, hopefully we will se her again on the future.

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Barry G.
Jun 04, 2021

Katharine has watched our dog for 2 years now when we go out of town and my only issue is that our pup doesn't want to leave her when we get home! She is absolutely wonderful with Bailey and sends updates without us even having to ask. I can't recommend her highly enough!

Olivia N.
Jun 03, 2021

My dog Henry is a rather difficult and does not do well when I am away from him (separation anxiety). But he was able to accept and do very well with Katherine. She was patient and kind with Henry when he was anxious to leave us. I was nervous to leave him alone, but she had a energy around her that was trusting and Henry did exceptionally well with her. I highly recommend Katherine!! Henry was well taken care of and she was on-time, and overall a very pleasant person to hire. If you are looking for someone to take care of your dog, she is wonderful and your dog will be in very good hands!

Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I work from home starting late morning and also typically go to the park everyday after work (depending on the weather). I am available before work, during lunch, and after work.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Katharine can host up to 2 drop-ins per day
Just like humans, every pet has a different personality! If your pet has any reactivity issues or fears, please let me know! The most important thing is that we are all comfortable and happy.
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.