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Katharine M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
3 repeat clients
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Katharine M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
3 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $40 per visit

Highlights

Enhanced background check
8 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Loving Canine Cognition Expert

The love and respect I’ll treat your furry family with is based on my expertise in Yale-trained Canine Cognition and Pet Therapy experience with Tails of Joy.

Cat care experience

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Former Cat Mom with Love to Spare

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

Qualifications

3 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
8 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

I care for dogs in my clients’ homes by prioritizing their comfort, safety, and routine. Whether I’m house sitting, doing drop-in visits, or walking, I make sure each dog receives personalized care based on their energy level, temperament, and any special instructions you provide. For house sitting or drop-in visits, I respect your home and make sure your dog feels safe in their familiar surroundings. I follow feeding schedules, administer any medications if needed, and give them quality time and affection. During walks, I ensure your dog gets physical exercise and mental stimulation in a safe, controlled environment. I pay attention to leash manners, local weather, and your dog’s pace and preferences. No matter the service, I treat every dog like they’re my own—keeping you updated with messages and photos so you feel confident your pup is in good hands.

Ratings and reviews

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5 ratings
Bruce U.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jan 09, 2026

I am so glad we went with Katharine to take care of our dog while we were away. She was very thoughtful, caring and asked the right questions. You can most certainly trust Katharine with your pet, and home should you need care in the form of house sitting. Communicative and professional, we would look to hire again. She was terrific

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Brooke P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Nov 07, 2025

Katharine is absolutely wonderful! She’s reliable, caring and clearly loves dogs. My dog is so excited every time she arrives, and I always know he’s in great hands. She sends updates and photos after each walk. Highly recommend her to anyone looking for someone trustworthy and kind!

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Alana L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Aug 10, 2025

Katharine is awesome with my dog, Skylar. She is responsible, caring, and conscientious. You can have peace of mind traveling with your fur babies in her care. I highly recommend Kat’s services 👍

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Liz D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jul 14, 2025

This was our first time using Kat and she was a wonderful dog sitter! She focused on Irie, took great care to remember our specific instructions, and asked just the right questions, and we felt very comfortable leaving him in her care. We look forward to working with Kat often in the future. :-)

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Jan A.
May 28, 2025

Kat stayed at our home and took great care of our two elderly cats, gecko, and plants for two weeks while we traveled out of the country. We would love to have her again!

Diana T.
May 28, 2025

Katharine is one of the most responsible, attentive, and loving pet caregivers. She’s one of the only people I fully trust to care for my senior dog and she treats him with so much patience and compassion. I have total peace of mind when he’s in her care, and I’m confident that anyone would feel the same. Your pets are in the best hands with Katharine!

Calendar and availability

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Schedule

As a remote policy analyst and consultant without a dog of my own, my availability is flexible enough to accommodate you and yours! Reach out when you’re in need of trusted care(:

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Katharine can host up to 3 drop-ins per day
Please let me know what your pet needs and preferences for a healthy and happy stay/visit. You are the expert so I will follow your direction!
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.