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Katharine M.

Star Sitter

Goldens Bridge NY, NY

5.0 out of 5 stars
79 reviews
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Services

Katharine can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time

Katharine can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old

Availability

My schedule varies every day. I can be in and out throughout the day, but never away from home for more than 2-3 hours at a a time. I am typically home for the day by 3pm. Some days I am home all day! It really depends on the week.

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About Katharine M.

Communication

26 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

7 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Cat skills

Oral medication administration

Safety, trust & environment

I live alone and have no pets. I live in a private street with lots of land to explore. I never take dogs off leash when we are outside.

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Katharine M. would like to know about your pet

Let me know about any special needs your pet has. If your dogs or cats have diet restrictions, medications, or even a favorite toy they can’t sleep without, I want to know! No details are too small. I want your pets to feel at home! On Saturdays, I sell at a local farmers market. I am gone for no more than 5 hours. This is longest I am ever away from home during the week when I am hosting dogs. Dogs must be able to be left at home alone that long.

A typical day

I wake up extremely early. I am up by 5 drinking coffee. I will wait for the dog to wake up on their own, and when they do, I take them out for potty break immediately. I will do some work at home, and when the sun starts to come up, I take dogs on long walk on the reservoir trail. I will either be home working for most of the day, or have to run out for meetings or other work for a couple hours at a time, but as soon as I come home, I take the dog out for potty and play. Before dinner, I’ll take the dog on another long walk and then hang out and snuggles before bed.

Location

Goldens Bridge NY, NY

Katharine M.'s Neighborhood

Katharine M. 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.

Boards 1 dog/sibling pair at time!

Pet care experience

I have been an animal lover my whole life, but didn’t truly realize my appreciation for them until high school when I started pet sitting (over ten years ago!) I would watch my friends’ pets when they were on vacation, and felt compelled to make the pets’ stay with me a vacation as well 🐶😊. Since I started watching dogs I always considered them my PIC (partner in crime.). I take them with me on all my adventuress! They meet all my family and friends, and I have even taken a dog on a weekend trip to Block Island (with owners permission of course!) These days, I am home most of the day. I have a small business, which I run out of my home. I am home for majority of the day, but often have to step out for no more than 2 hours at a time. I typically give dogs 2 long walks (30-40 minutes) a day, and take them out in the yard and small walks down the street at least 5 times a day. They get potty breaks every 2-3 hours. I am a VERY active person. I am a marathon runner and avid hiker. No matter what your dog’s activity level is, I will be sure to tucker them out🐶😂. My typical morning and evening walk for dogs is a mile and a half around the reservoir trail in my back yard. I am more than happy to adjust to match your dog’s needs. I live on a small private street. My family and dear neighbors are all nearby. My large yard, close knit community, woods, reservoir trails and loving family truly is a paradise for dogs🐶😊❤️

Cat care experience

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Patient, kind and cat loving ❤️

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

Reviews

Sara F.
Drop-In Visits • Aug 07, 2026
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Katherine is wonderful. She communicated often, stayed to play and hang out with our kitties, and took great care of our home. Would recommend 1000%!!

Marissa G.
Boarding • Jul 19, 2026
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Our dog LOVES her stays with Katharine! She has so much fun hiking and participating in Katharine’s daily routine. It is truly a vacation for her! We appreciate the photos and regular updates. Katharine is the best!

Kavita P.
Boarding • Jul 06, 2026
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This is the second time we’ve left our pup with Katharine for around a week and she had an incredible time, they really have bonded as a result of Katharine’s incredible care! We always get updates and daily recaps which we so appreciate while we’re away. Thank you so much Katharine! Bhumi can’t wait to see you again!

Kristen J.
Boarding • Jun 18, 2026
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Katharine was excellent! She had great communication and provided frequent updates. She tired out my hyper golden retriever with outdoor adventures and snuggles.

About Katharine M.

Communication

26 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

7 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Cat skills

Oral medication administration

Safety, trust & environment

I live alone and have no pets. I live in a private street with lots of land to explore. I never take dogs off leash when we are outside.

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Katharine M. would like to know about your pet

Let me know about any special needs your pet has. If your dogs or cats have diet restrictions, medications, or even a favorite toy they can’t sleep without, I want to know! No details are too small. I want your pets to feel at home! On Saturdays, I sell at a local farmers market. I am gone for no more than 5 hours. This is longest I am ever away from home during the week when I am hosting dogs. Dogs must be able to be left at home alone that long.

A typical day

I wake up extremely early. I am up by 5 drinking coffee. I will wait for the dog to wake up on their own, and when they do, I take them out for potty break immediately. I will do some work at home, and when the sun starts to come up, I take dogs on long walk on the reservoir trail. I will either be home working for most of the day, or have to run out for meetings or other work for a couple hours at a time, but as soon as I come home, I take the dog out for potty and play. Before dinner, I’ll take the dog on another long walk and then hang out and snuggles before bed.

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Katharine M.

Star Sitter

Goldens Bridge NY, NY

5.0 out of 5 stars
79 reviews