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Katherine N.

Escondido, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•34 reviews
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Hikes, nature walks, and beach trip

Pet care experience

I had been working as a dog boarder and walker during the three years I practiced law in Boston in my free time. Now back on my farm in N County San Diego, I am doing this because I love dogs, treat them all as I would my own, and pet care has become my passion. After dialing back my stressful caseload, this is what I primarily do nowadays. My home is located near terrific hiking trails in North Escondido. If your dog loves to hike, I love to bring the dogs on extended hikes if they are high energy. I have experience walking even the most difficult dogs in up to groups of four and can manage tricky situations walkers can get into. I grew up around dogs and showing dogs, and treat each as I would my own. My husband is exceptional with all animals - and is pretty much the dog whisperer. We often will walk dogs together and he gives them all the tummy rubs they need! I love meeting the pups before determining what kind of activity and attention they need, but can also do a last minute walk when you're in a pinch

Reviews

Michelle F.
Dog Walking • Oct 03, 2023
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Absolutely incredible! She was great with my 3 wild babies

Batsheva F.
Dog Boarding • Jun 20, 2018
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Katherine was the ideal sitter for our Tibetan Terrier. She truly loves dogs, takes them on long walks and gives them lots of attention. We left our pet with Katherine for more than two weeks, and felt completely confident that he would be well cared for and happy during that time. Katherine kept us updated with news and photos. We have already used Katherine a second time, and give her the highest recommendations.

Sabrina C.
Doggy Day Care • Jun 18, 2018
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Kat was amazing with my puppy, and very professional. It is clear that she is knowledgeable about dogs. I loved receiving updates and pics of Woody during his stay with Kat. I picked Woody up happy and pooped out ?. Thank you!!

Rachel L.
Doggy Day Care • Jun 02, 2018
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Katherine is flexible, great to work with, and our dog loves her. He is always tired out from a fun day with her and is reluctant to leave her after doggy day care. You won’t regret booking her!!

About Katherine N.

Communication

14 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

17 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

In the client's home upon a drop in visit, I typically would follow any instructions provided to a tee. If the pet benefits from a longer walk, then that's how I'd compose the home visit primarily. Checking the animal's water bowl, any snacks he or she may get, and checking for any signs the fur friend got sick are some basic activities for a drop in check.

Information Katherine N. would like to know about your pet

I love all breeds! I need to know whether the dog has rabies vaccination and has ever bitten to break skin (for everyone's safety!). If your dog is leash agressive or reactionary with other dogs, this is critical.to.know so that he or she is not walked with other dogs

A typical day

We will walk along boardwalks at beaches, hike trails (I love lake Guajome, the reservoir off Lilac Rd, and Monserat mountain). If there is a time constraint and the residents live in an area without sidewalks, these are some good spots

Services

Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$20per visit
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$20per walk

Katherine can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

Caring for animals is my primary role these days. I am working on legal contract work from home when available, so I'm flexible! I can no longer host dogs because I rescued a reactive dog (loves people and kids, just not other dogs), so walks and home drop ins are my services offered.

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About Katherine N.

Communication

14 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

17 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

In the client's home upon a drop in visit, I typically would follow any instructions provided to a tee. If the pet benefits from a longer walk, then that's how I'd compose the home visit primarily. Checking the animal's water bowl, any snacks he or she may get, and checking for any signs the fur friend got sick are some basic activities for a drop in check.

Information Katherine N. would like to know about your pet

I love all breeds! I need to know whether the dog has rabies vaccination and has ever bitten to break skin (for everyone's safety!). If your dog is leash agressive or reactionary with other dogs, this is critical.to.know so that he or she is not walked with other dogs

A typical day

We will walk along boardwalks at beaches, hike trails (I love lake Guajome, the reservoir off Lilac Rd, and Monserat mountain). If there is a time constraint and the residents live in an area without sidewalks, these are some good spots

Location

Escondido, CA

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Katherine N.

Escondido, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•34 reviews