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Kathryn S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
8 repeat clients
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Kathryn S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
8 repeat clients

Contact Kathryn S.

Highlights

Basic background check
40 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Caring for your dog like my own!

I have been a dog lover and advocate since I was a child. I have shared most of my life with a fur baby of my own. Most recently, between my own fur baby, a Shiba Inu who passed away last year at the age of 14, and being a foster home for 30+ dogs, I have experience with various breeds and temperaments from Chihuahuas to Golden Retrievers and Puppies to Seniors. My role as a Foster Mom was a very rewarding experience. I partnered with a Chihuahua dog rescue and would often have multiple foster dogs in my home at one time. While in my care, I was responsible for their overall health and well-being and preparing them for their eventual forever home. Some of the fosters had previous owners so, I would focus on refreshing them on the basics like leash manners, potty training, and basic commands. However, many of the fosters had been mistreated or lived their entire lives on the street. These fosters needed extra care and patience so I would focus on building trust and reassurance until they knew they were in a safe place. As a result, I have experience supporting dogs with mental and physical impairments such as blindness, mobility issues, anxiety, and trauma. In addition, I am comfortable administering medications and caring for dogs in post-surgical recovery. By providing lots of love and guidance, I have successfully prepared 30+ fosters for their forever home! I work from home so your dog will have lots of love and attention throughout the day. I have a fenced-in backyard with lots of room for small to medium dogs to run around and play. Rest assured; I will always accompany your dog outside. If your dog likes to go for walks, I live in a residential community with lots of green spaces for us to explore. While in my care, I am confident that I can provide a safe, happy, and fun experience for your dog, whether they are with me for the day or a longer period of time.

Qualifications

8 repeat pet parents
72% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
50% bookings with photo updates
40 years of experience
Oral medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience

Ratings and reviews

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16 ratings
Milton B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Apr 24, 2026

Kathryn is a great pet sitter. She took care of my dog for a week, she sent pictures and updates. She was sweet and took good care of my senior dog. Highly recommended.

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Gopi P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Feb 28, 2026

Kat is fantastic! She is kind, attentive, and truly loves dogs. Buley is always happy and well cared for when he’s with her. We feel very comfortable leaving him in her care and highly recommend her.

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Julieta F.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Feb 13, 2026

Kathryn was super nice in answering my messages and sending me pictures of my dog throughout the day

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Ameeha K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Nov 24, 2025

Kathryn took excellent care of my pups. Her home was warm and welcoming and my dogs enjoyed their stay.

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Aliza K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Nov 22, 2025

Amazing stay as always! Max had a lot of fun and we got updates throughout! He feels very comfortable staying with Kat and her family and always enjoys!

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Evita G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Oct 28, 2025

We recently rebooked with Kathryn for a five-night overnight stay, and once again, we were thoroughly impressed with her service. She is always quick to respond to messages and goes above and beyond to work through any challenges- whether it's scheduling conflicts or minor puppy behaviours like trouble sleeping or settling down. She has a safe set up for dogs in her home too! Kathryn provided updates and was always willing to send more if needed, which gave us great peace of mind while we were away. Our pup was happy and healthy when we returned; clearly well-cared for. We highly recommend Kathryn to anyone looking for a reliable, attentive, and caring dog sitter.

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Calendar and availability

Schedule

I work from home everyday in a single detached house in a residential community. My work is flexible and ideally suited to caring for dogs.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I have a fenced-in backyard with lots of room for small to medium dogs to run around and play. My yard and home is safe and dog friendly.

A typical day

For Adult dogs, I can provide fun toys, a good game of fetch, and hide and seek. I will learn the fun activities your dog loves. For puppies I can provide a safe space to them to learn and explore

Let me know any specific preferences or allergies your dog may have. I would also want to know any areas of learning you are working on with your dog so I can continue to reinforce your training while you are gone.
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