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Katherine D.

Star Sitter

East End, Portland, ME

5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
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Katherine can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only
Takes only 1 client at a time

Katherine can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old

Availability

I work from home always, so will be around during the day for pups who like to hang! I'm on the East End of Portland with the Eastern Prom very close by so plenty of places to walk and explore. I am usually out and about in the evenings for a few hours at a time. On the weekends I like to be busy, but can certainly adjust my time when I have a dog or cat around.

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About Katherine D.

Communication

3 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
50% bookings with photo updates

Dog skills

8 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a large one bedroom, and am on the 3rd floor. So my place is likely not good for pets with mobility issues (unless they are small enough that I can carry them). I live very close to lots of nature easily accessible and make a point to get outside often.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

Information Katherine D. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your dog has any medications, special needs when it comes to stairs or activity, and what your dog loves to do the best!

A typical day

I love going on long walks with the dogs I sit for, equally as much as I love sitting on the couch with them. I also live very close to the East End beach, so if your dog loves water and other dogs I will happily take them down to romp!

Location

Portland, ME

Katherine D.'s Neighborhood

Katherine D. 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.

Dogsitter close to the Eastern Prom

Pet care experience

I raised, trained, and cared for my family dog from a puppy when I was in high school. Post college I adopted a senior dog and cared for him for the last couple of years of his life. In the meantime I have been a sitter for friends and family dogs and cats over the years. I am used to giving medications (even when it needs to be disguised) and staying on a feeding schedules. I am very up for caring for senior dogs who want to lay around the house, and equally ready to go on long walks with a dog with more energy.

Reviews

Emily R.
Boarding • Mai 31, 2026
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Katherine took such good care of my Margie! Will definitely be using her in the future!

Janet K.
Boarding • Nov. 30, 2025
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Katie kept our dog Roxy calm and relaxed while we were away. She communicated clearly and was flexible with times. We will definitely keep Katie in mind for future needs.

Kristina E.
Nov. 25, 2025

Katie is a favorite sitter for both me and my cat Lina! Lina gets an attentive and loving visitor, and I get great updates and come home to a happy cat. Katie is a reliable sitter even in tough conditions, having cleaned up messes after more than one hairball!

Emma R.
Boarding • Nov. 04, 2025
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Katie was a fantastic sitter for our pup, Ziggy! Ziggy is an anxious dog, and can take a while to settle in with new people and to new places. Katie was very patient and compassionate with him, and Ziggy seemed to warm up in no time. We would love to have Katie watch him again!

About Katherine D.

Communication

3 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
50% bookings with photo updates

Dog skills

8 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a large one bedroom, and am on the 3rd floor. So my place is likely not good for pets with mobility issues (unless they are small enough that I can carry them). I live very close to lots of nature easily accessible and make a point to get outside often.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

Information Katherine D. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your dog has any medications, special needs when it comes to stairs or activity, and what your dog loves to do the best!

A typical day

I love going on long walks with the dogs I sit for, equally as much as I love sitting on the couch with them. I also live very close to the East End beach, so if your dog loves water and other dogs I will happily take them down to romp!

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Katherine D.

Star Sitter

East End, Portland, ME

5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews