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Katharine W.

5.0 out of 5 stars
3 repeat clients
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Katharine W.

5.0 out of 5 stars
3 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $18 per visit

Highlights

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

Pet care experience

Your pet’s second favorite human 🐾

I’ve been an animal lover all my life❤️ I have been catsitting and dog walking since I was around 13 years old! I bring a calm, attentive, and nurturing presence to every pet I care for. I have experience caring for both energetic young pets who need structure and consistency, as well as senior pets who benefit from a gentler pace and close monitoring. I’m comfortable following detailed care instructions, administering oral medications if needed (I have 3 cats and 2 of them require medications themselves so I already do this daily!) and maintaining routines so your pet feels safe and secure while you’re away. I’ll keep you updated with thoughtful check-ins, photos, and honest updates so you can relax knowing your pet is in capable hands.

Cat care experience

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Reliable cat care while you’re away

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

Qualifications

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

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

I provide attentive, reliable care for pets in the comfort of their own home. I understand how important it is for animals to stay in their familiar environment and maintain their usual routine while you’re away. During drop-in visits, I can let your dog out for bathroom breaks, provide fresh food and water, administer oral medications if needed, and ensure they get appropriate exercise and playtime. I’m also comfortable crating dogs when required and following any specific household or training routines you have in place. For cats and other pets, I handle litter box cleaning, feeding and companionship tailored to their personality and comfort level. I always aim to leave your home just as I found it and will send detailed updates and photos so you can feel confident your pet is safe, happy, and well cared for.

Ratings and reviews

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6 ratings
Alison S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • jul 11, 2026

Kate did a great job taking care of midday walks for my high energy dog. It allowed me to focus on my job and not have the stress of rushing home midday. Instead, Kate treated her to exercise, playing fetch, and affectionate care. So glad to have found Kate since she is a clear communicator and pleasant as well as professional.

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Samuel G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • jun 28, 2026

Katharine was extremely easy to work with! She assisted in fulfilling a last minute request, and got along great with my dog! She was able to get my pup to take a walk and eat her food, which are often difficult tasks due to my dogs anxiety. Would 100% recommend Katharine to others!!

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Suzanne M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • jun 20, 2026

Katharine was great! She was very communicative throughout the entire time. It was my first time using rover and she made it very easy. If I ever need to use rover again, I will definitely be using Katharine again. She is very kind and detail oriented. I cannot say enough about how great she is.

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William P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • jun 03, 2026

Katharine went above and beyond taking such great care of Kitty! Would definitely recommend

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Christie D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • maj 24, 2026

Katie took excellent care of Benny while we were away!

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Stacey W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • maj 18, 2026

Thank you Katie for taking care of my furbabies and sending me cute pics throughout the day. It really put me at ease since this was the first time leaving them home and not having a family member check in. Thanks again! 🖤💜🖤

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I work full time for a school but am off for the summer all July and August! I am available for dog walks and drop-in visits anytime on weekdays. I’m also available on weekends with advance notice. I strive to be flexible when possible and am happy to discuss specific scheduling needs to ensure your pet receives consistent, reliable care.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Katharine can host up to 3 drop-ins per day
Before caring for your pet, I’d love to know about their daily routine, feeding schedule, medications, favorite activities, and any fears, triggers, or special needs. The more I know ahead of time, the better!
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.