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Katherine G.

5.0 out of 5 stars
40 repeat clients
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Katherine G.

5.0 out of 5 stars
40 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $80 per night

Highlights

Basic background check
14 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication
Special needs experience

Pet care experience

Capitol Hill Dog Whisperer

I grew up with dogs all my life and have a real soft spot for these furry little creatures. I have fostered little puppies and older dogs, both big and small, through various Humane Societies on multiple occasions, and, in recent years, adopted one of them (yes, I foster failed!) - she's a little terrier mix named Olive.

Qualifications

40 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
30% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
14 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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121 ratings
Julie B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Sep 16, 2025

Overall Liam had a nice stay with Katherine. She sent me photos and an update on the first day of his stay so I knew he had settled in well. Katherine was well-versed in providing medications and keeping Liam on schedule for dinner and meds. I would be very happy to have Liam stay with her again.

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Emma D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 11, 2025

Katherine was wonderful with our 8-month-old puppy. We would absolutely board him with her again!

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Sonya T.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Jul 27, 2025

Great experience! We hope to book again. Drop off and pick up were smooth and we were happy that he had a friend, Olive.

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Thanh T.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 03, 2025

Can always rely on Katherine to take good care of my pups

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Meghan S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • May 28, 2025

Katherine was a delight to work with! She took great care of our 4-month-old puppy and was patient with all that puppy life brings. Her updates while we were away were so sweet and informative. Our puppy had a wonderful stay with Katherine!

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Rebekah G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • May 17, 2025

Amazing as always! Bean always comes home happy.

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Schedule

I currently work from home and have built a routine around taking care of my dog, including taking her on walks 2-3 times a day, providing regular feedings, and spoiling her with love and affection. Because of this existing routine, I have found it fairly easy to welcome other pets into my home.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I treat all four-legged guests equally in my home and am mindful of the special needs that each one may have, whether it's a high-energy puppy needing lots of play time, a senior pup needing a little extra patience, or an anxious pup needing a little extra attention on their first visit away from home. If your dog is staying overnight, I will make sure your dog feels comfortable while you are away and will send lots of pictures as well (I've had to board Olive on several occasions, so I know how valuable these updates are to the parents' peace of mind). Please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions or concerns. I am happy to provide you with any additional information and discuss your dog's personal needs. I look forward to meeting you and your pup very soon! - Katherine

Pets

A typical day

While staying with me, your dog will go on long walks throughout my neighborhood, including the arboretum, which is just a couple blocks away. Since my own fur baby is a little older now, she generally prefers to sleep during the day (mostly when I work) over play time with other dogs but she is very generous and is willing to share her toys with friends. After work is when we usually go on our long walks (weather permitting). If your dog has any specific needs, routines or favorite activities, we can incorporate them into our routine.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Katherine can host up to 2 pets per night
To provide the best possible care for your pets, it's paramount that I am informed about any special needs, care instructions and personality traits of your dog, including disposition towards other people and animals. It is also helpful for me to know about your pup's leash habits, eating habits, sleeping habits, pooping habits, energy level, etc.
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.