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Kathleen D.

Evanston, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
•4 reviews
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Pet sitter and animal lover

Pet care experience

I've taken care of dogs and cats both personally- for family and friends- as well as professionally, working at my local animal shelter. I've done cat and dog sitting as well as farm sitting!

Reviews

Kitty (yes, for real) S.
Jun 09, 2022

Kathleen has taken care of my cats (and my home) several times - for periods of 1 week all the way up to nearly a month. My cats were happy and healthy and she even seemed to save some nearly dead houseplants! Ladybird and Woodrow didn't act starved for attention and so I believe she gave them quality time - not just slap some food in the bowl and leave. Kathleen struck me immediately as a respectful caregiver and animal lover when I met her. I feel totally comfortable leaving her in charge when I'm out of town. I trust her to care for my cats and work around the quirks of my condo (e.g. the left side half of my kitchen sink leaks and could cause damage, so I asked her to be careful to only use the right. Being her trustworthy self, that's exactly what she did.) I also always come home to a tidy home and other little niceties like packages and mail brought in. 4 Stars!

Megan D.
Jun 06, 2022

Kathleen has watched my cats numerous times and has provided exceptional care- from playing with them, to making sure they are well fed and even sending me photos. She loves animals and takes her responsibilities seriously. In addition, she has worked on farms and in an animal shelter- which makes her confident and experienced while dealing with pets. She is trustworthy and responsive- your pet would be in good hands with Kathleen!

Carol B.
Jun 06, 2022

Kate is absolutely and simply the perfect pet sitter for you! We have used her to care for both dogs and cats, she is responsible, trustworthy, kind, and intelligent, as well as adorable, spunky and so much fun to have around. We feel lucky to have her in our home when we travel so our pets receive great care, our home is alive with a responsible adult and everything goes smoothly with no drama or disappointments. We give Kate our highest recommendation.

About Kathleen D.

Communication

80% response rate
Usually responds in under 12 hours

Skills

10 years of experience
Oral medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I love getting outside and will make sure your dog is well walked. I enjoy playing with cats and will give them plenty of play time with toys as well as relaxing time for pets and snuggles.

Information Kathleen D. would like to know about your pet

Everything! Anything you want to tell me about your pet I want to hear. Especially any issues with aggression, things they might like or not like, people or places or sounds that scare them, things that are weird about them. And the good stuff too! What kind of play they enjoy, favorite treats, good names or words of affirmation for them.

A typical day

Walks, walks, lots of walks. Especially in nature areas or whenever their are little pockets of nature. Playing in the yard is great too! If you have one.

Services

House Sitting
in your home
AWAY
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
AWAY

Kathleen can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old

Availability

I'm a part-time student with availability all day from Friday- Monday (weekends free). I've been an overnight pet sitter for short and long-term stays. I have time in the mornings and evenings before and after classes to care for pets.

About Kathleen D.

Communication

80% response rate
Usually responds in under 12 hours

Skills

10 years of experience
Oral medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I love getting outside and will make sure your dog is well walked. I enjoy playing with cats and will give them plenty of play time with toys as well as relaxing time for pets and snuggles.

Information Kathleen D. would like to know about your pet

Everything! Anything you want to tell me about your pet I want to hear. Especially any issues with aggression, things they might like or not like, people or places or sounds that scare them, things that are weird about them. And the good stuff too! What kind of play they enjoy, favorite treats, good names or words of affirmation for them.

A typical day

Walks, walks, lots of walks. Especially in nature areas or whenever their are little pockets of nature. Playing in the yard is great too! If you have one.

Location

Evanston, IL

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Kathleen D.

Evanston, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
•4 reviews