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Kathleen M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
16 repeat clients
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Kathleen M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
16 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $20 per visit

Highlights

Kathleen has Star Sitter status!
Basic background check
15 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Responsible, caring animal-lover

I am able to form a special bond with every pet that I meet. This bond allows them to trust me, helping them to feel safe while you’re away. I have had pets my entire life growing up, and I know that each pet is different. I have studied animal behavior, starting at home with my father’s dog. His dog was a senior and a slightly aggressive Shiba Inu. I do not get offended if a dog tries to bite me, and I know how to handle the situation so that it does not become dangerous. I specialize in taking care of senior dogs, and dogs with special needs. I will take the best care of your pup so you will not have to worry while you are away! Dogs make me happy, and my goal is to make every dog happy! I make sure to send photo updates as regularly as possible, while ensuring that your pet is loved and cared for in every manner possible.

Qualifications

16 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
15 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

I will treat your home as if it were my home. When you come back it will be as if I was never there. I make sure to clean everything before heading out, respecting your space while ensuring a safe and happy place for your pet while you are away.

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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32 ratings
Daniel W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jul 02, 2026

Great communication, always on time, and our dog is well taken care of!

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Daniel W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jun 18, 2026

Kathleen is great with our dog Chip. She is easy to communicate with and responds quickly

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Chris W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jun 17, 2026

This was our first time leaving our two puppers with a sitter, so we were naturally a little nervous. From the very beginning, Katie made us feel completely confident that they were in great hands. She took wonderful care of them, and her regular updates gave us so much peace of mind while we were away enjoying our trip. What really stood out was how well she got to know each dog and understood their individual personalities and behaviors. It was clear she cared about them and paid close attention to their needs. We came home to happy, well-cared-for pups and a house that was just as we left it. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience and would absolutely trust her with our babies again!

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Jake E.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jun 03, 2026

Katie is fantastic - we have never had better help or an experience with someone looking after our pup.

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Zoe W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Apr 12, 2026

Katie is super sweet, calming, and attentive! I never thought I’d be able to feel so comfortable leaving my boy in someone else’s care. He glued to her immediately, which is so unlike him!!!

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Heather H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Apr 21, 2021

My Pups And I Love Kathleen are go to for when I travel

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I just moved to Texas and my schedule is fully available. I’m happy to take care of any pet, at any time. I’m available for overnights and frequent potty breaks and play.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Kathleen can host up to 3 drop-ins per day
I love every dog exactly as they are. I studied animal behavior in a lab, so I have a highly attuned sense for when an animal is feeling anything less than great. When your pet is with me, they will have all of their needs met, and you can be at ease while you are away.
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.