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Kathryn S.

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Kathryn S.

5.0 out of 5 stars

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $25 per visit

Highlights

Enhanced background check
12 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Experienced with every life stage❤️

My pet care experience began when I was a child; I volunteered at animal shelters, pet-sat for neighbors and family, and cared for my family’s dog, Gustavo! As an adult, my commitment to animal care has grown. I graduated from University of Maryland in 2024 with a B.S. in Animal Sciences. While earning my degree, I gained hands-on training concerning cats, dogs, rabbits, and multiple species of large animals. During the following year, I worked as a veterinary assistant at an emergency veterinary hospital. This job allowed me to care for pets with a wide variety of needs, from behavioral issues to critical medical conditions. Currently, I am earning my master's through University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine. My extensive animal experience and education have prepared me to provide high quality care for your pet, no matter what needs they may have!

Qualifications

100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
12 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

My top priority when caring for any pet is understanding their needs on an individual level. My experience has taught me that connecting with each unique pet results in the most effective care possible! Let me know the type of environment that makes both you and your pet most comfortable and I will be sure to provide it.

Ratings and reviews

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Ana C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • jan. 23, 2026

I couldn't ask for a more perfect dog sitter. She exceeded all my expectations & I can't recommend her enough. I live out of state but if I'm ever back in north jersey she would absolutely be the one I trust to watch my baby.

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Alexander V.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • jan. 20, 2026

Kathryn was an extremely kind and attentive dogsitter to my older dog, and was also very knowledgeable and passionate about taking care of animals in general. Highly recommend.

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Emily D.
nov. 07, 2024

Kathryn is literally the best dog walker I could have found. A few years ago she helped me with my large senior labradoodle before he passed and she was the first person I called when I got a new puppy, Max. She has been an absolute life saver in helping me care for my new boy. She is kind, respectful and extremely reliable and responsible. Max absolutely loves her and I feel super safe when Max is with her!

Sydney K.
nov. 05, 2024

Kathryn is a warm, reliable, and loving pet caregiver. She cared for my dog Willie frequently throughout his life. He loved when Kathryn came to walk him. As a pet owner, I always knew I could turn to Kathryn for advice about Willie’s training, health and wellbeing. She is the right person for any pet caregiving job!

Sultana K.
nov. 04, 2024

Katie and a warm and loving person for both pets and people! Katie took care of our sweet doggie and was always reliable and conscientious. Katie is working to become a Vet, who better than her to take care of your pet!

Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I am currently an online graduate student, which means that I am highly flexible. I am usually able to accommodate whatever hours my clients need! With that being said, I am only capable of taking on short-term bookings due to my commitments to current clients.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Kathryn can host up to 1 drop-in per day
Let me know if your pet has any special needs! For example, a past client needed their dog to be hand fed. What makes your animal unique is what makes them special, so I'm happy to work with any quirks your animal has! Also please let me know if your animal requires medication administration. I am experienced with providing both oral and injectable medications.
Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.