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Kathy A.

Portage, MI

5.0 out of 5 stars
18 reviews
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Services

Kathy can host

0 to 15 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time

Availability

We are fully retired, with no pets nor children at home, so we have plenty of time for play, walks and lots of attention. Although our large yard is not fenced-in, we love going for walks and spending time outdoors.

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About Kathy A.

Communication

3 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

Our dogs were crate-trained, but they preferred cuddling on the sofa and sleeping in bed with us (but not under the covers - as much as they would try when they thought we were asleep, lol). Our house is single story ranch style, no carpeting, enclosed back porch, large yard. We are walking distance to many parks, hiking trails and Dog Parks.

Home

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

Information Kathy A. would like to know about your pet

Please let us know if your pet has special needs; if there are activities he/she prefers or can’t do and any behavior issues that we should be aware of so your pet has a good experience with us.

A typical day

Favorite activities for our pets were walks around our neighborhood visiting everyone, hiking trails, going to local parks (several within walking distance to us); and looking for fish in a nearby lake.

Location

Portage, MI

Kathy A.'s Neighborhood

Retired = time for your pet!

Pet care experience

I've owned dogs, cats, & horses and was very involved with our local 4-H (community club leader/project leader). We have owned and trained dogs from puppy stage through senior years. Although we no longer have pets, we loved traveling with our dogs, but occasionally were not able to bring them with us, so we totally understand the need for quality pet care while on vacation.

Reviews

Stephen L.
Boarding • Apr 19, 2026
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The best home for my 2 special-needs dogs I could have hoped for! Pictures and videos and updates on how they were doing every day. I could tell they were in a really loving home with Kathy and Bob. I don’t think my pals wanted to come home! Highly recommend 10/10

Jennifer R.
Boarding • Nov 23, 2025
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Comet & Luna enjoy their walks with Kathy! And I love to see all the pictures of their adventures....

Jamie M.
Boarding • Oct 29, 2025
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Chewy loves being here!! I hate to give a good review because I want them all to myself🤣

Marsha L.
Boarding • Oct 17, 2025
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Fabulous couple that took great care of my dogs. My Boris even got to sleep right next to Bob at night. Kathy provided wonderful video and pictures, so I missed by fur-babies less. The provided daily walks and plenty of loving. I loved the care that Boris and Onyx got while in the care of Kathy and Bob.

About Kathy A.

Communication

3 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

Our dogs were crate-trained, but they preferred cuddling on the sofa and sleeping in bed with us (but not under the covers - as much as they would try when they thought we were asleep, lol). Our house is single story ranch style, no carpeting, enclosed back porch, large yard. We are walking distance to many parks, hiking trails and Dog Parks.

Home

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

Information Kathy A. would like to know about your pet

Please let us know if your pet has special needs; if there are activities he/she prefers or can’t do and any behavior issues that we should be aware of so your pet has a good experience with us.

A typical day

Favorite activities for our pets were walks around our neighborhood visiting everyone, hiking trails, going to local parks (several within walking distance to us); and looking for fish in a nearby lake.

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Kathy A.

Portage, MI

5.0 out of 5 stars
18 reviews