Katherine H.
Simsbury, CT
Services
Katherine can host
Katherine can care for
Availability
I’ve grown up around animals my entire life, so caring for pets has always felt second nature to me. I also worked for a trusted dog-sitting business in my hometown, where I learned the importance of reliable care, clear communication, and treating every pet as an individual. I take the time to understand each animal’s routine, personality, and needs so they feel safe, comfortable, and loved while you’re away. Whether it’s energetic walks, playtime, or calm companionship, I adapt to what your pet needs most. Your pet will be cared for like family, and you’ll always have peace of mind knowing they’re in attentive, experienced hands.
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About Katherine H.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
provide personalized care for pets whether they’re at my farm or in the comfort of their own home. On my farm, pets have space to play, explore, and get plenty of exercise in a safe, supervised environment. At a client’s home, I make sure their routine is maintained exactly as they like—meals on time, walks, playtime, and any special care they need. In both settings, my focus is always on creating a safe, loving, and stress-free experience, giving pets attention, companionship, and consistency so they feel happy and comfortable while their owners are away.
Home
Information Katherine H. would like to know about your pet
I always appreciate learning as much as possible about your dog before and during our time together. Please share any details that help me give the best care daily routines, feeding schedules, walking preferences, training cues, energy level, and favorite activities. It’s also important to let me know about any medical needs, medications, allergies, fears, or behaviors around other dogs, people, or new environments. The more I know about your dog’s personality and needs, the more comfortable, safe, and happy their time with me will be.
A typical day
I love keeping pets happy, engaged, and comfortable with activities tailored to their personality and energy level. For dogs, that can include walks, outdoor playtime, fetch, enrichment games, and plenty of belly rubs and cuddles. For calmer pets, I enjoy relaxed companionship, gentle play, and quiet time together. For cats, I provide interactive play, window watching, brushing (if they enjoy it), and lots of patience and affection on their terms. I always make sure pets get both physical activity and mental stimulation, while keeping things safe, positive, and stress free.
Location
Simsbury, CT
Pets
Treating Your Pets Like My Own
Pet care experience
I’ve grown up around animals my entire life, so caring for pets has always felt second nature to me. I also worked for a trusted dog-sitting business in my hometown, where I learned the importance of reliable care, clear communication, and treating every pet as an individual. I take the time to understand each animal’s routine, personality, and needs so they feel safe, comfortable, and loved while you’re away. Whether it’s energetic walks, playtime, or calm companionship, I adapt to what your pet needs most. Your pet will be cared for like family, and you’ll always have peace of mind knowing they’re in attentive, experienced hands.
Cat care experience
Katherine also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Reviews
Katherine is outstanding in every way. Our dogs were in her capable, dependable and attentive care and the pictures and her ongoing communication made our time away worry free. I highly recommend Katherine!
Last minute booking, last minute changes, special instructions, and it was totally managed by Katherine. She was so kind to my dog and sent great feedback and photos. She asked clarifying questions and responded to me promptly. She was fabulous. Highly recommend.
Great experience with Katherine! She took amazing care of my golden retriever and treated him like her own. Super reliable and caring—highly recommend!
Katherine really stepped in to help at the last minute due to an emergency. She was on time and took great pictures. Dependable and was able to figure out everything with minimal, last minute instructions. Definitely highly recommend her! She gets an A+ in our book!
About Katherine H.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
provide personalized care for pets whether they’re at my farm or in the comfort of their own home. On my farm, pets have space to play, explore, and get plenty of exercise in a safe, supervised environment. At a client’s home, I make sure their routine is maintained exactly as they like—meals on time, walks, playtime, and any special care they need. In both settings, my focus is always on creating a safe, loving, and stress-free experience, giving pets attention, companionship, and consistency so they feel happy and comfortable while their owners are away.
Home
Information Katherine H. would like to know about your pet
I always appreciate learning as much as possible about your dog before and during our time together. Please share any details that help me give the best care daily routines, feeding schedules, walking preferences, training cues, energy level, and favorite activities. It’s also important to let me know about any medical needs, medications, allergies, fears, or behaviors around other dogs, people, or new environments. The more I know about your dog’s personality and needs, the more comfortable, safe, and happy their time with me will be.
A typical day
I love keeping pets happy, engaged, and comfortable with activities tailored to their personality and energy level. For dogs, that can include walks, outdoor playtime, fetch, enrichment games, and plenty of belly rubs and cuddles. For calmer pets, I enjoy relaxed companionship, gentle play, and quiet time together. For cats, I provide interactive play, window watching, brushing (if they enjoy it), and lots of patience and affection on their terms. I always make sure pets get both physical activity and mental stimulation, while keeping things safe, positive, and stress free.
Katherine H.
Simsbury, CT