

Kathleen S.
Vienna, VA






Services
Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.
Kathleen can care for
Availability
I work part time and love taking care of cats and dogs in my free time! I am available for cat boarding, daily dog walks, and house sitting!
About Kathleen S.
Communication
Dog skills
Cat skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have a large room my resident animals do not use that would be dedicated to your cat, with large windows to bird watch and comfortable places to feel safe and snuggle up!
Location
Vienna, VA
Pets
Cat Foster and Animal Lover
Pet care experience
I am a cat and dog owner, as well as a kitten foster with more than 5 years experience raising and caring for over 120 felines, each of whom had wonderfully different needs and personalities! I have cared for cats with medical needs, undersocialized cats, and neonatal kittens. I can care for cats and dogs of all ages and would love to be your pets’ new best friend and put your mind at ease about their care.
Cat care experience

Kathleen also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Reviews
As the President of Tails High, I have had the honor of working closely with Kathleen and can confidently recommend her as an exceptional pet caretaker and advocate for animals. Kathleen embodies everything you hope for in someone entrusted with the care of vulnerable kittens: compassion, dedication, patience, reliability, and an extraordinary attention to detail. She consistently goes above and beyond to ensure every kitten in her care is not only safe and healthy, but deeply loved. Kathleen approaches fostering with the kind of commitment and advocacy that truly changes lives. Every kitten she takes in is treated as though they are her own family member, with thoughtful, individualized care tailored to their unique needs and personalities. Whether she is caring for fragile neonates, shy kittens needing socialization, or medical cases requiring close monitoring, Kathleen handles every situation with remarkable attentiveness and skill. She notices subtle changes quickly, communicates thoroughly, and never cuts corners when it comes to the wellbeing of the animals depending on her. What makes Kathleen especially outstanding is the depth of her compassion. She understands that rescue is not just about meeting physical needs, but also about creating a sense of safety, trust, and comfort for animals that may have experienced fear, neglect, or uncertainty. The kittens in her care thrive because of the calm, nurturing environment she provides. She celebrates every milestone, advocates fiercely for what they need, and pours her whole heart into helping them grow into healthy, confident cats ready for forever homes. Kathleen is also an incredibly dependable and collaborative volunteer. Rescue work can often be emotionally and physically demanding, but she consistently shows up with kindness, professionalism, and a willingness to help wherever needed. Her communication is thorough, her follow through is impeccable, and her genuine love for the mission is evident in everything she does. She is the type of caregiver every organization hopes to have and every animal deserves. Simply put, Kathleen is one of those rare people whose compassion leaves a lasting impact on every life she touches. The care, advocacy, and devotion she has shown through her work with Tails High is nothing short of extraordinary, and I cannot recommend her highly enough.
Kathleen is the most wonderful pet caregiver (and the sweetest human)! She is so kind and gentle, and just has a heart of gold. Kathleen has a lot of experience with looking after animals with all different kinds of personalities, and takes the time to get to know each and every one so that they feel safe and loved. She has a particular soft spot for animals that need a bit of extra care—whether it's a pet that needs regular medication or just a little furry one that requires a lot of patience to grow (like my little Primrose)—she's up for the task. I would recommend Kathleen a million times over! Just simply the best <3
Kathleen is the only person we feel 100% comfortable leaving our pets with. Her background as a foster mom really shines through; she has an expert-level understanding of animal behavior and can handle everything from energetic kittens to senior pets with ease. She is incredibly diligent about following care instructions and is very comfortable administering medications, which gives us so much peace of mind while we're away. She treats our home with the utmost respect and is a fantastic communicator — we always look forward to the daily photo updates she sends! Whether you have cats or dogs, Kathleen is a total professional who genuinely cares. We recommend her to everyone we know!
I would recommend Kathleen to anyone and everyone! She is the best choice for a sitter who is reliable, experienced, and genuinely loves animals. She has been our go-to for years and handles everything with the utmost love and attention — from daily photo updates to complex medication for our cat with HCM. Having been our cats' former foster mom, she has a long history of care and a deep understanding of animal behavior for all ages and needs. She is a total pro, a huge cat and dog lover, and extremely respectful of our home. We feel so lucky to have her, and you truly won’t find anyone better! 10/10 recommendation.
About Kathleen S.
Communication
Dog skills
Cat skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have a large room my resident animals do not use that would be dedicated to your cat, with large windows to bird watch and comfortable places to feel safe and snuggle up!


Kathleen S.
Vienna, VA
