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Katherine H.

Star Sitter

Madison, WI

5.0 out of 5 stars
55 reviews
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Services

Katherine can host

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

Katherine can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs

Availability

I am available to board fluffy buddies over the weekends. I am available for drop ins on weekdays after 4pm or anytime on weekends. I work full time teaching during the week September-May and love to spend my time after work caring for animals. I will be full time pet sitting for the months of June-August!

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Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Katherine H.

Communication

15 repeat pet parents
84% response rate
Usually responds within a few hours
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I have two parakeets sons in my home, Van Gogh and Monet. If I am boarding a fluffy buddy the birds stay in their cage in my bedroom which stays closed. My apartment complex has a dog park and is also on bike trails great for walks around Tenney Park. I am also a public school teacher so I am thoroughly background checked! If I am visiting your home I can assure that I will treat your space with care, respect, and no judgement.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has caged pets
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture

Information Katherine H. would like to know about your pet

Let me know how your pet likes to be cared for! Any typical behaviors are helpful to know in advance. I have no breed preference. For boarding, fur babies must be okay with sleeping in the living room or their crate due to my parakeets being caged in my bedroom. Though I am happy to snuggle if they don’t mind birds!

A typical day

I am flexible to care for your pet however best suits their needs! Whether that looks like mental stimulation hanging out in the grass, watching cat tv, or sitting next to each other. Or getting the zoomies out with a long walk or toy play time.

Location

Madison, WI

Katherine H.'s Neighborhood

Katherine H. 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.

Teacher by day, pet sitter by night

Pet care experience

I have lived with small dogs or cats my entire life! If I am booked to care for your fur baby they will get my undivided attention :) Due to my teaching schedule, I have decided to not have my own furry animal at the moment as I live alone this year. But I do have two parakeets (Van Gogh and Monet)! They stay in their cage in my bedroom when I board dogs or cats! All the experience without the conflict especially if your animal prefers not to share!

Cat care experience

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Patient animal lover 😻

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

Reviews

Mikayla V.
Drop-In Visits • May 27, 2026
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Katherine is awesome! She sent lots of pictures of our kitty while we were away and let us know how he was doing. Would 100% recommend!

Mary M.
Drop-In Visits • May 18, 2026
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Kat did a great job and was very patient when caring for our 2 extremely shy cats. Kat went above and beyond to try to make our cats comfortable while we were away and followed our cats’ detailed feeding routines. I was very happy with this booking and will book with Kat again for any future trips!

Elena D.
Drop-In Visits • Apr 20, 2026
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She is amazing! I have a bunny and he is very shy. He seemed so comfortable in the pictures that she took. It is magical!

Dustin C.
Drop-In Visits • Mar 30, 2026
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​Katherine was exceptional with Martin and Korra! She spent a significant amount of time with them, making sure they got plenty of playtime and attention. We had total peace of mind knowing she was looking after them while we were away. I highly recommend Katherine to anyone looking for a dedicated and caring sitter. 5 stars!

About Katherine H.

Communication

15 repeat pet parents
84% response rate
Usually responds within a few hours
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I have two parakeets sons in my home, Van Gogh and Monet. If I am boarding a fluffy buddy the birds stay in their cage in my bedroom which stays closed. My apartment complex has a dog park and is also on bike trails great for walks around Tenney Park. I am also a public school teacher so I am thoroughly background checked! If I am visiting your home I can assure that I will treat your space with care, respect, and no judgement.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has caged pets
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture

Information Katherine H. would like to know about your pet

Let me know how your pet likes to be cared for! Any typical behaviors are helpful to know in advance. I have no breed preference. For boarding, fur babies must be okay with sleeping in the living room or their crate due to my parakeets being caged in my bedroom. Though I am happy to snuggle if they don’t mind birds!

A typical day

I am flexible to care for your pet however best suits their needs! Whether that looks like mental stimulation hanging out in the grass, watching cat tv, or sitting next to each other. Or getting the zoomies out with a long walk or toy play time.

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Katherine H.

Star Sitter

Madison, WI

5.0 out of 5 stars
55 reviews