Kathryn J.
Garland, TX
Vacay while me & your pets Staycay!
Pet care experience
Hi!! Im Kathryn, but you can call me Katie! I basically grew up in a zoo. Young & old. Big & tiny. dogs, Cats, rodents, reptiles, fowl, and a baby opossum, Mr. sprinkles! I’ve loved & spoiled each and everyone of them with all of my heart, and you can expect nothing less for your pets! You and your pets can rest assured, knowing your pet’s are in good hands. It’s my goal to make sure you can have a worry free getaway/workcation, while your pets have the best Staycation ever!!!
Reviews
Katie jumped in and helped us when we were in a bind to find a pet sitter for the weekend. We could see quickly that Katie had a true love for animals! She was easy to communicate with and everything went smoothly.
Wonderful!!!! She took great care of our high energy dogs and took great care with them even when they misbehaved! Would definitely book again!
Katie did a great job. We have a senior dog that needs special attention at meal time and Katie problem solved until she got him to eat. We appreciate her attention to his needs.
Katy was great! Lincoln was very well taken care of and we felt relieved he was in such good hands. Katy stayed at our house while we were away, and the house was also clean and well taken care of. Will use her again next time we travel!
About Kathryn J.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
❗️i can do last minute drop ins but I HIGHLY RECOMMEND we do a meet and greet first for familiarity and safety❗️As for the topic at hand, when Im house sitting or doing drop ins i usually keep them in the same room as me just so i can monitor them and of course keep them company, like i do with my own pets! When i take them outside same rules are applied. even in a fenced backyard i watch them/keep them close just so everyone is safe and sound. i love being out side, taking in the sun and fresh air even when it’s cold, so spending time outside with your pets is no problem and i feel it’s safer that way! PLUS i know if i were a dog id want someone to spend time with outside and play with me! As for the rest of the time i spend with your pets, we’ll either be sitting down with some music or watching TV, OR some exercise if thats more their style. whether that is throwing balls, tugawar, chasing tapping fingers on the corners of the couch (for the kitties) or just running after some string. Im ALL FOR IT!! —————————————————————— DOG WALKING: I love to walk in new places. When i have time, which I often have as i have a really flexible schedule for the most part, i take 5 mile walks just to get that extra bit of satisfaction and exercise in my day, so why not take some lovely puppies with me on a adventure and enjoy the walk together! I used to walk with my german shepherd sam, everyday me and her would take long walks and just enjoy the beautiful day. but i lost my walking buddy a few years back to old age and she was my forever friend and i miss her so much, and id love to take a trip down memory lane with your pups and enjoy those peaceful long walks me and my sam used to have! Nothing brings me more joy and happiness then walking because it reminds me of my moocow sam, it would make me even happier to make new memories walking your fur babies! ______________________________________________ ⚠️Disclaimers⚠️ #1 holidays are first come first serve please don’t book last minute. #2 A walk is booked as a 30 minute walk. A drop in visit is booked as a 30 minute visit that includes potty/feeding/medication (if needed) and visiting/play time. If you need any of those services listed above that do not apply to a walk, please make sure to book the appropriate services. Thank you!
Information Kathryn J. would like to know about your pet
I'm pretty familiar with most special need animals just need a heads up. It's also important to me to know your dogs personality in order to best prepare for their needs. This lets me know how to approach them if they tend to be anxious or shy. Also what foods they can and cant have. along with their typical commands. we don’t wanna stray from good behavior!
A typical day
I love taking pups to play catch and tugawar as most pups enjoy that and it makes me happy to see them happy! I also love water dogs, if they’re down to play in the sprinkler so am I!! or just jumping and dancing around with you pets. after that I’ll typically just sit and relax with your pets and spend quality time with them. but i can always get back up and play some more. Energetic dogs are never a problem
Services
Kathryn can watch in your home
Availability
Pet care is a around the clock job, and i love to fill my day with it! whether thats taking them out for enrichment, such as going on long walks, playing fetch, running around or just giving them some cuddles on the couch while we watch TV. Id love to spend my day or week with your pets, so you don’t have to worry when you need to go on that work trip or just take a little Vaycay!
About Kathryn J.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
❗️i can do last minute drop ins but I HIGHLY RECOMMEND we do a meet and greet first for familiarity and safety❗️As for the topic at hand, when Im house sitting or doing drop ins i usually keep them in the same room as me just so i can monitor them and of course keep them company, like i do with my own pets! When i take them outside same rules are applied. even in a fenced backyard i watch them/keep them close just so everyone is safe and sound. i love being out side, taking in the sun and fresh air even when it’s cold, so spending time outside with your pets is no problem and i feel it’s safer that way! PLUS i know if i were a dog id want someone to spend time with outside and play with me! As for the rest of the time i spend with your pets, we’ll either be sitting down with some music or watching TV, OR some exercise if thats more their style. whether that is throwing balls, tugawar, chasing tapping fingers on the corners of the couch (for the kitties) or just running after some string. Im ALL FOR IT!! —————————————————————— DOG WALKING: I love to walk in new places. When i have time, which I often have as i have a really flexible schedule for the most part, i take 5 mile walks just to get that extra bit of satisfaction and exercise in my day, so why not take some lovely puppies with me on a adventure and enjoy the walk together! I used to walk with my german shepherd sam, everyday me and her would take long walks and just enjoy the beautiful day. but i lost my walking buddy a few years back to old age and she was my forever friend and i miss her so much, and id love to take a trip down memory lane with your pups and enjoy those peaceful long walks me and my sam used to have! Nothing brings me more joy and happiness then walking because it reminds me of my moocow sam, it would make me even happier to make new memories walking your fur babies! ______________________________________________ ⚠️Disclaimers⚠️ #1 holidays are first come first serve please don’t book last minute. #2 A walk is booked as a 30 minute walk. A drop in visit is booked as a 30 minute visit that includes potty/feeding/medication (if needed) and visiting/play time. If you need any of those services listed above that do not apply to a walk, please make sure to book the appropriate services. Thank you!
Information Kathryn J. would like to know about your pet
I'm pretty familiar with most special need animals just need a heads up. It's also important to me to know your dogs personality in order to best prepare for their needs. This lets me know how to approach them if they tend to be anxious or shy. Also what foods they can and cant have. along with their typical commands. we don’t wanna stray from good behavior!
A typical day
I love taking pups to play catch and tugawar as most pups enjoy that and it makes me happy to see them happy! I also love water dogs, if they’re down to play in the sprinkler so am I!! or just jumping and dancing around with you pets. after that I’ll typically just sit and relax with your pets and spend quality time with them. but i can always get back up and play some more. Energetic dogs are never a problem
Location
Garland, TX
Pets
Kathryn J.
Garland, TX