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Kathryn W.

Downtown North, Palo Alto, CA

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

Services

Kathryn can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat

Kathryn can care for

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

Availability

As a journalist who works from home, I’m lucky to have a flexible schedule—and I love using it to give animals the attention, care, and fun they deserve.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Kathryn W.

Communication

3 repeat pet parents
96% 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
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

With tenderness, love, and dedicated attention, I focus on creating a safe, comfortable environment tailored to your pet’s unique needs. I can’t wait to meet your wonderful companion and make them feel right at home!

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Kathryn W. would like to know about your pet

Every pet is different, and I want to make sure yours feels extra loved and understood. Let me know about any special needs or favorite routines so I can tailor their care just for them.

A typical day

Running, hiking or hanging out, we can do it all! Happy to meet you’re dog where they are at, incorporate training or socializing and offer lots of love and pets.

Location

Palo Alto, CA

Kathryn W.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Experienced, reliable, full of love

Pet care experience

Hi, I'm Kathryn! I’m an experienced, compassionate pet sitter offering personalized care, daily dog walks, and overnight stays. I work from home full-time as a journalist, which means your pup will have constant companionship, plenty of belly rubs, and lots of love. My passion for animals runs deep—I grew up at my mom’s dog daycare, where I was immersed in dog behavior training and care from an early age. We had labs growing up, and some of my favorite memories are of taking them on long adventures in the woods. These days, my partner and I share our home with our sweet shepherd mix, Ozzy. I’ve spent the last eight years caring for dogs while I lived all over the country. This is my first time on Rover, and I’m excited to build meaningful relationships with both pets and their people. I believe pet care should be accessible—not overpriced—so I strive to offer affordable, high-quality service that gives you peace of mind. We live in a beautiful, pet-friendly apartment with a secure back courtyard and quick access to local parks for playtime and walks. Your pet will be treated like family—safe, loved, and happy while you're away. For boarding and daycare requests, I will be joined by my own dog Ozzy. If your dog prefers not to be around a young dog, then it may not be a fit. Looking forward to connecting!

Cat care experience

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Loving caregiver for cats

Kathryn also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Reviews

Melinda W.
Drop-In Visits • Feb 26, 2026
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Kathryn was super sweet and my Tiger Lilly warmed right up to her.

Di W.
Drop-In Visits • May 14, 2025
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My cat had a great time warming up to Kathryn. I booked on pretty short notice and it was super easy to communicate what my cat needed!

Amanda T.
House Sitting • Apr 25, 2025
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Kathryn house sat and took care of my dog Milo for a week. She was flexible, easy to communicate with and took excellent care of my home and puppy. Highly recommend! I will definitely work with her again. Thank you Kathryn!

Josh O.
Drop-In Visits • Apr 09, 2025
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Kathryn is great! So nice and responsible and thorough. Will totally book her again. Highly recommend!

About Kathryn W.

Communication

3 repeat pet parents
96% 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
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

With tenderness, love, and dedicated attention, I focus on creating a safe, comfortable environment tailored to your pet’s unique needs. I can’t wait to meet your wonderful companion and make them feel right at home!

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Kathryn W. would like to know about your pet

Every pet is different, and I want to make sure yours feels extra loved and understood. Let me know about any special needs or favorite routines so I can tailor their care just for them.

A typical day

Running, hiking or hanging out, we can do it all! Happy to meet you’re dog where they are at, incorporate training or socializing and offer lots of love and pets.

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.
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Kathryn W.

Downtown North, Palo Alto, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews