Kathleen S.
Arvada, CO
Services
Prices include all fees.
Kathleen can host
Availability
I work from home all day so your pet will have access to a yard all day as well as company and someone to chat with.
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About Kathleen S.
Communication
Dog skills
Safety, trust & environment
Your dog will have no competition – for attention, food, toys, etc. They’re the VIP. No stress of other dogs or kids or even people. They can hang with me in the office, sunbathe in the yard, watch TV downstairs, snooze in bed. They are free to explore my 900 sq ft home. I have one set of 13 stairs up to the bedroom and office. Downstairs is one large room with lots of room for dog bed and toys. There aren't a lot of places for them to get into trouble!
Home
Information Kathleen S. would like to know about your pet
Alone time. While I do work from home and am present all day, there will be moments where I might be out of the house for errands or fun plans. So, while your dog and I will be hanging out a lot throughout the day, they will need to be able to handle some alone time.
A typical day
A typical day with me is waking up and heading out to the backyard before breakfast. If it’s a nice day, I’ll leave the door open so your dog can come and go as they please while I work upstairs in my office. I try to squeeze in an afternoon break for a quick walk (weather permitting). I can provide treat puzzles, a snuffle mat, frozen snacks when boredom strikes. After work is some time in the back yard to chill and unwind. Then dinner, some TV, some couch cuddling, very low key.
Location
Arvada, CO
Kathleen S. has Star Sitter status
The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.
1 on 1 attention, no competition!
Pet care experience
Hi! I'm Katie. I have experience with senior dogs (especially pugs) and completed basic training classes with my last pug, so I'm confident handling the essentials. I work from home full time. I live alone in a quiet townhome with a fenced yard (one locked gate). Your dog will get plenty of company and personal attention in a calm, low stress environment; no kids, no other animals, and no chaos. Perfect for dogs who prefer one on one care. Neighbor Dog: I have a friendly female German Shepard next door. She has a dog door, so she will come outside to check things out. She will bark a couple of times but is only saying "hello". Our backyards are very close! Your dog will be in close contact with another dog (fence in between of course!). If your dog is reactive to other dogs, even with a fence in between, or enjoys long barky conversations through a fence, this may not be a good fit. Walks: Due to existing nerve damage and arthritis in my hip, I can do short, relaxed walks that run about 10-15 minutes. I cannot do running or high activity outings. Nothing wrong with my arm though, so I’m happy to toss toys around in the backyard.
Reviews
Kathleen was extremely responsive and great at communication which put me at ease. She was super sweet to my dog and even made him some doggy popsicles!
Bella has stayed with Kathleen twice before and she is our go to Sitter. We are so grateful for the heartfelt care Kathleen gives Bella. She sends pictures and we see how relaxed and comfortable Bella was in her care.
Katie was great! She watched our dog Tucker with short notice and took great care of him ☺️
Kathleen took great care of Friska and kept us updated throughout the day with messages and pictures. We felt completely at ease knowing Friska was in such good hands. We’ll definitely book with her again! :)
About Kathleen S.
Communication
Dog skills
Safety, trust & environment
Your dog will have no competition – for attention, food, toys, etc. They’re the VIP. No stress of other dogs or kids or even people. They can hang with me in the office, sunbathe in the yard, watch TV downstairs, snooze in bed. They are free to explore my 900 sq ft home. I have one set of 13 stairs up to the bedroom and office. Downstairs is one large room with lots of room for dog bed and toys. There aren't a lot of places for them to get into trouble!
Home
Information Kathleen S. would like to know about your pet
Alone time. While I do work from home and am present all day, there will be moments where I might be out of the house for errands or fun plans. So, while your dog and I will be hanging out a lot throughout the day, they will need to be able to handle some alone time.
A typical day
A typical day with me is waking up and heading out to the backyard before breakfast. If it’s a nice day, I’ll leave the door open so your dog can come and go as they please while I work upstairs in my office. I try to squeeze in an afternoon break for a quick walk (weather permitting). I can provide treat puzzles, a snuffle mat, frozen snacks when boredom strikes. After work is some time in the back yard to chill and unwind. Then dinner, some TV, some couch cuddling, very low key.
Kathleen S.
Arvada, CO