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Kathleen H.

Fairfield, OH

5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
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Services

Kathleen can look after

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

Availability

After 5pm would be best, as I do work full time. We can figure out if it’s a good fit for you or not. Thank you!

Available
Not available
MTWTFSS
Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About Kathleen H.

Communication

7 repeat pet owners
80% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I will treat them as my own but follow your directions and specifications. I am very careful with what I am doing with your pet and home.

Information Kathleen H. would like to know about your pet

I like any breed. I would need to know if there is a bite history, food allergies, preferences for people (like if they do not like children), if they are aggressive to other dogs, any previous back or leg injuries or arthritis so as not to over do the exercise, and if they are up to date on vaccines. Please note that during inclement weather, which would be at my discretion, any dog walking or visiting services would be either postponed or cancelled. You would not be charged for them. This could include frigid temperatures, snow, rain, sleet, wind, extreme heat or otherwise. Common sense and understanding will be appreciated and expected. Please note I do not do walks after dark or in the morning before the sun is up. This is to be a safe experience for all. Please note that any car rides or park visits or anything other than around the neighborhood will be at an additional cost, and require additional time. Wear and tear on vehicles and gas is to be factored in. Please note that any medical care required will be at an additional cost, at my discretion. This would be discussed ahead of time. Should circumstances change, or become unreasonable, it is my right as the dog walker to terminate services immediately, should I see fit.

A typical day

If your dog likes to go on car rides or the park or creek, I would love to take them. If they prefer to sit and be petted we can do that too! If they just like a walk around the block to sniff, that’s great too. Whatever is best for that particular dog is fine with me.

Location

Fairfield, OH

Kathleen H.'s Local Area

Pets

Worked at Best Friends for 5 years!

Pet care experience

Hello! I worked at Best Friends Animal Sanctuary for 5 years in Utah. I worked in both Dogtown and the Clinic. I am extremely experienced in dog handling, training, walking, and medical care for dogs of all sizes, ages and temperaments. I am a true dog lover and dog person trained by the best! I am the dog Mom of two small rescue mutts that are the center of the universe. I will take care of your fur baby as though they were mine! Any age or breed is fine with me, but I will ask questions to know about your baby ahead of time!

Reviews

Sandy P.
Drop-In Visits • Mar 09, 2026
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We came home to a very happy fur baby. Kathleen is a dog whisperer!

Tess L.
Drop-In Visits • Dec 22, 2025
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If I could give more than 5 stars, I would! Kathleen was absolutely amazing with our boy; from the meet and greet it was obvious how genuine she is and easily won over our nervous dog. The check-ins were perfect, gave medication, walks, play - couldn’t have asked for a better sitter!!!

Tifany T.
Drop-In Visits • Sep 02, 2022
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Kathleen has given me the peace of mind that my baby is being taken care of while I'm away. I'm so thankful for her. She went above and beyond with my hard to warm up to heeler. Her communication each day was a welcome sigh of relief. Tyson and I can't recommend her enough!

Patty E.
Drop-In Visits • Sep 09, 2019
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We have had Kathleen pet sit our 2 doggies several times. They Love her and we feel so confident that they are being loved and taken care of by her. She gives us great updates and both of our furry kids are always happy and content when we come home. Kathleen is very detailed orientated and has done all that we have asked for. She is a huge blessing for our comfort when away and for Hula and Ruger at home.

About Kathleen H.

Communication

7 repeat pet owners
80% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I will treat them as my own but follow your directions and specifications. I am very careful with what I am doing with your pet and home.

Information Kathleen H. would like to know about your pet

I like any breed. I would need to know if there is a bite history, food allergies, preferences for people (like if they do not like children), if they are aggressive to other dogs, any previous back or leg injuries or arthritis so as not to over do the exercise, and if they are up to date on vaccines. Please note that during inclement weather, which would be at my discretion, any dog walking or visiting services would be either postponed or cancelled. You would not be charged for them. This could include frigid temperatures, snow, rain, sleet, wind, extreme heat or otherwise. Common sense and understanding will be appreciated and expected. Please note I do not do walks after dark or in the morning before the sun is up. This is to be a safe experience for all. Please note that any car rides or park visits or anything other than around the neighborhood will be at an additional cost, and require additional time. Wear and tear on vehicles and gas is to be factored in. Please note that any medical care required will be at an additional cost, at my discretion. This would be discussed ahead of time. Should circumstances change, or become unreasonable, it is my right as the dog walker to terminate services immediately, should I see fit.

A typical day

If your dog likes to go on car rides or the park or creek, I would love to take them. If they prefer to sit and be petted we can do that too! If they just like a walk around the block to sniff, that’s great too. Whatever is best for that particular dog is fine with me.

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Kathleen H.

Fairfield, OH

5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews