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Katherine M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
8 repeat clients
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Katherine M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
8 repeat clients
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Parkside, PORTLAND, ME

Highlights

Enhanced background check
15 years of experience

Pet care experience

Reliable, Flexible, Happy to Help

I've been pet sitting (mostly dogs and cats) for 15+ years, usually combined with longterm house sitting. I've had pets all my life, but currently cannot have them where I'm living. I miss having furry companions, so helping to care for others' pets fills the void! I used to have a Great Pyrenees, Penelope, so I love and understand big dogs. I've also cared for little dogs, cats, and chickens. I'd love to do more farm sitting. I'm an active person and love long walks. I believe tired dogs are good dogs, so if they're amenable, I like to go for long walks and play hard. I also have experience with older dogs and love to provide them with TLC in their final years.

Qualifications

8 repeat pet parents
72% response rate
Usually responds in about a day
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
15 years of experience

Safety, trust & environment

I need to care for pets in your home until I move to place that allows me to have pets again. I'm comfortable with overnights and long stays. If you teach me the routine, we'll stick to it, and I'll be around to give them extra love and reassurance. We'll become buddies!

Ratings and reviews

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17 ratings
Kirsten S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • May 12, 2026

Katie always takes such great care of our pups and house. Highly recommended!

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Kirsten S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Feb 21, 2026

Katie took great care of our home and 2 dogs again. :) Thanks!!

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Kirsten S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Dec 10, 2025

Katie took excellent care of our 2 Boston Terriers and our house again! We came home to happy pups. Thanks so much!!

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Kristin W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Nov 30, 2025

Can't recommend Katie enough! She was able stay over a week in our apartment with our medium sized / middle aged dog Charlie. She was great about sending status updates and pictures and we felt so at ease knowing our precious angel was in good hands (and we are crazy dog parents 😂). When we arrived home our apartment was clean and tidy! Professional and great communication, thank you so much Katie!

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Kirsten S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Sep 13, 2025

Katie was an excellent dog/house-sitter! She left the place super clean and kept the pups happy while we were gone for 12 days. Highly recommended! :)

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Jordan S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • May 01, 2025

Katie was great! She was very responsive and kept us updated throughout our trip on how our pups were doing. She’s attentive and reliable. Highly recommend her!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I work mostly from home, so I have a lot of flexibility in my schedule for dog walks or popping over to your house to feed or check in during your busy day.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Katherine can host up to 2 drop-ins per day
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.