Katherine S.
Lake Dallas, TX
Services
Katherine can care for
Availability
I am a homeschooling mom with a lot of flexibility. Wednesdays are my only days where I am not free between 10 and 3, but otherwise, I can usually make the time you need work, or close to it.
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About Katherine S.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I will ensure your pet is cared for exactly the way you request. We will use the entire time to play, sit together, exercise, eat, take potty breaks, or whatever it is they need. We will follow the family rules regarding where your pet is allowed (on the furniture?). I know letting someone in your home is taking a risk, and I take that very seriously. My goal is to make sure everything is left as I find it - doors locked, alarms set, animals secure if needed, spaces clean. If you are away for many days, I am also happy to check mail, water plants, and of course clean any pet messes.
Information Katherine S. would like to know about your pet
Please let me know the age and breed of your dog or cat. Is your dog potty-trained/cat litter-trained? Does your dog stay primarily indoors or outdoors? Cat indoor/outdoor? Does your dog have any medical conditions or special needs? What experience does your dog have with children or other animals? Does your cat like to be acknowledged or left alone? Do they have any feeding quirks or accommodations? Are they allowed on furniture or not allowed in any specific rooms? What is their favorite toy to play with?
A typical day
I will play with your pet with their favorite toys, take them for walks or to play in the back yard. I am also happy to walk or drive them to a nearby park or dog park if you like as well. If they love kids, I can also have my kids (12 and 16 - not little) attend and help entertain them. If they love to just sit and cuddle, we can absolutely do that, too! My own pup demands at least one massage a day, so I am happy to oblige if yours requires this as well. I will follow your cat's lead and interact as much or as little as they want. I've had cats that just want to hide, cats that like only specific rubs, and my late ginger basically yelled at me until I picked him up and walked around trying to cook and do chores with him slung over my shoulder. The cat is in charge!
Location
Lake Dallas, TX
Pets
Animal-loving, homeschooling mom
Pet care experience
I know how difficult and confusing it can be for pets when their owner is away, and I am ready to help! As a serious dog and cat lover, I will make sure your fur-babies and best friends are happy and healthy, and cared for just as you would care for them. I have 20 years of varied experience with both dogs and cats. I have always had pets in the home, since I was young. I raised my own adopted babies from weeks old to very senior, and still going. I have volunteered at the Austin Animal Shelter in the past, and was trained by an affiliate foster care program to foster all dogs, including puppies, senior dogs, and those with behavior challenges. I am a homeschooling mom with lots of flexibility and am comfortable administering medications as needed. I have cared for dozens (maybe hundreds) of dogs and cats in these 20 years, from puppies and kittens to very senior dogs and cats, and I look forward to caring for yours!
Cat care experience
Katherine also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Reviews
Thanks for another awesome stay. I always know Tally is in great care and appreciate Katie’s flexibility.
Katie is the best. I can’t imagine what dog owners do without someot like Katie in their lives. She sent photos on Easter morning of Tally cuddling with her daughter. I don’t feel guilty leaving Tally behind at all.
Katherine is great. My dog loves her and her children.
Katherine did an outstanding job with Zoe. It was the first time that we left Zoe with someone she did not know and the second time that we left her altogether since we've had her. Katherine sent us daily pictures of Zoe and we could tell that Zoe was having a great time. She even slept on Katherine's bed. When we picked her up yesterday, she looked very good an very at ease in Katherine's house. It was a very positive experience for Zoe who tended to be a bit skittish with other dogs and was very comfortable with Katherine's dogs. I am so glad I found Katherine. I will be able to leave Zoe and have peace of mind.
About Katherine S.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I will ensure your pet is cared for exactly the way you request. We will use the entire time to play, sit together, exercise, eat, take potty breaks, or whatever it is they need. We will follow the family rules regarding where your pet is allowed (on the furniture?). I know letting someone in your home is taking a risk, and I take that very seriously. My goal is to make sure everything is left as I find it - doors locked, alarms set, animals secure if needed, spaces clean. If you are away for many days, I am also happy to check mail, water plants, and of course clean any pet messes.
Information Katherine S. would like to know about your pet
Please let me know the age and breed of your dog or cat. Is your dog potty-trained/cat litter-trained? Does your dog stay primarily indoors or outdoors? Cat indoor/outdoor? Does your dog have any medical conditions or special needs? What experience does your dog have with children or other animals? Does your cat like to be acknowledged or left alone? Do they have any feeding quirks or accommodations? Are they allowed on furniture or not allowed in any specific rooms? What is their favorite toy to play with?
A typical day
I will play with your pet with their favorite toys, take them for walks or to play in the back yard. I am also happy to walk or drive them to a nearby park or dog park if you like as well. If they love kids, I can also have my kids (12 and 16 - not little) attend and help entertain them. If they love to just sit and cuddle, we can absolutely do that, too! My own pup demands at least one massage a day, so I am happy to oblige if yours requires this as well. I will follow your cat's lead and interact as much or as little as they want. I've had cats that just want to hide, cats that like only specific rubs, and my late ginger basically yelled at me until I picked him up and walked around trying to cook and do chores with him slung over my shoulder. The cat is in charge!
Katherine S.
Lake Dallas, TX