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Kathleen W.

Downtown, Santa Barbara, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
38 reviews
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These prices are for 1 dog, including a booking fee of 11%.

Services

Kathleen can care for

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

Availability

I work from home so I am very flexible! I am always willing to work with others schedules to help take care of their fur babies!

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About Kathleen W.

Communication

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

Dog skills

15 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I am very attentive and enjoy spending time with the animal. I am flexible but reliable depending on what your pet needs or how comfortable you are!

Information Kathleen W. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know the animals needs and how you would like me to care for them to make them the most comfortable and happy! Please note that I do not take care of Doodles of any kind.

A typical day

When watching your pets, I like to keep them engaged and happy with a variety of activities, such as: Interactive Play: Using toys like feather wands for cats or squeaky balls for dogs to keep them active and entertained. Puzzle Toys: Willing to help give puzzle toys that dispense treats when solved to keep them mentally stimulated. Outdoor Adventures: If your pets enjoy the outdoors, I can take them on a walk, a hike, or even some playtime in the yard!

Location

Santa Barbara, CA

Kathleen W.'s Neighborhood

Animal Science Background

Pet care experience

I have been pet sitting my whole life. I have vet tech experience along with having a degree in animal science. I have had dogs in my life but also handle cats and large livestock.

Reviews

Sean & Sami H.
Drop-In Visits • Jul 13, 2026
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Kathleen was SO communicative, always reliable, and took such great care of our kitties while we were out of the country for 10 days! One of our cats doesn’t always do great with new people (he gets anxious and thus sometimes a bit aggressive) but he got along GREAT with Kathleen and she did so well with both of our cats! We will definitely be working with her again!

Antonia R.
House Sitting • Jun 05, 2026
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-Kathleen did a good job & has our thanks...antonnia

Wendy S.
Drop-In Visits • Jun 01, 2026
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Kathleen was very nice company for our boy!

Casey B.
Drop-In Visits • Dec 24, 2025
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Thanks Kathleen! The cats will miss you until next time. Thanks for watching them

About Kathleen W.

Communication

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

Dog skills

15 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I am very attentive and enjoy spending time with the animal. I am flexible but reliable depending on what your pet needs or how comfortable you are!

Information Kathleen W. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know the animals needs and how you would like me to care for them to make them the most comfortable and happy! Please note that I do not take care of Doodles of any kind.

A typical day

When watching your pets, I like to keep them engaged and happy with a variety of activities, such as: Interactive Play: Using toys like feather wands for cats or squeaky balls for dogs to keep them active and entertained. Puzzle Toys: Willing to help give puzzle toys that dispense treats when solved to keep them mentally stimulated. Outdoor Adventures: If your pets enjoy the outdoors, I can take them on a walk, a hike, or even some playtime in the yard!

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Kathleen W.

Downtown, Santa Barbara, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
38 reviews