Kathy B.
Kathy B.
Highlights
Pet care experience
Experienced Dog Mom 🐶🐾
I’ve been a dog owner for many years and have had three Shar Pei of my own. Shar Pei can be a challenging breed, and all three of mine experienced health issues over the years, so I’m comfortable caring for dogs who need a little extra patience and attention, including administering medications. I no longer have a dog in my home and have recently been dog sitting for friends and family. I’ve enjoyed it so much that I decided it was time to expand! I truly enjoy having dogs around, taking them for walks and giving them plenty of attention. Your dog will be treated like part of my family, not a guest.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
Kathy was wonderful! She took excellent care of my dog Kona and gave me complete peace of mind while I was away. She was reliable, caring and attentive and kept me updated throughout the stay. I would definitely recommend Kathy to anyone looking for a trustworthy and loving pet sitter!
Kathy was a godsend. We were going away for a long weekend and it was so relaxing knowing our dog Fenway was going to be staying with someone who was responsible and loved being with Fenway. She sent us pictures and updates. We’ll never use anyone else. 5 stars.
I highly recommend Kathy to anyone looking for a loving, responsible, and trustworthy person to care for their pets. Kathy is an amazing dog person who treats every animal with the same love, patience, and compassion she showed her own. She is dependable, attentive, and genuinely cares about the well being of every dog in her care. Beyond being an incredible pet lover, Kathy is an amazing human being who is kind, caring, and thoughtful. I have no doubt that she would provide safe, loving care and exceptional customer service to every pet and family she works with!
I have known Kathy for 38 years, since 1988, and she is truly one of the most caring and loving people I know. Over the years, I’ve watched her raise her son and be an incredible dog mom to many very lucky dogs. The way Kathy treats animals is much like the way she treats the people she loves with the utmost respect, patience, unconditional love, and, of course, plenty of spoiling! Kathy is a very special person with a huge heart, and I would trust her completely with any beloved pet. Anyone who chooses Kathy to care for their furry family member can feel confident they will be treated as one of her own.
I am so fortunate to say that Kathy Balestrieri has been a dear friend of mine for 20 plus years. She is compassionate, patient, caring and selfless. She provides a loving and nurturing home for her family. And by "family," I mean not only her husband and son. Her dogs have always been her "precious babies." I have watched Kathy raise and care for three Shar-Peis, providing them with warm, loving care. I cannot think of a better or more responsible care-taker for any dog than Kathy!
Kathy has always been a wonderful pet owner. She always went above and beyond with her little ones. She will make an amazing caregiver to all pets. She is caring along with her entire family. I would recommend her for taking care and responsibility of all animals.
Calendar and availability
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Schedule
I work outside of the home during the week, but I have flexibility in my schedule and plenty of time to give your dog the attention, exercise and companionship they need. I enjoy walking and being outdoors, so daily walks are something I genuinely look forward to. When I’m home, your dog will be right there with me as part of the family.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
I have a fully fenced-in yard where your dog can safely spend time outside, and there are currently no other pets living in my home. This allows me to give your dog lots of individual attention and makes my home a comfortable option for dogs who may prefer not to be around other animals. I’m experienced with administering medications and caring for dogs with health issues and special needs. I’ll also follow your dog’s normal feeding, walking, sleeping and medication routine as closely as possible. Above all, I want your dog to feel safe, comfortable and at home while you’re away.
A typical day
Your dog’s day will be based on the routine they’re used to at home. I enjoy walking, so we’ll get outside for walks and plenty of fresh air, along with time to play in my fenced-in yard. When we’re home, they can relax, play or curl up with me. I want their stay to feel like home—not a kennel or boarding facility.
- 0 to 15 lbs16 to 40 lbs41 to 100 lbsSpayed and neutered dogs onlyNo females in heatTakes only 1 client at a timeKathy can host up to 1 pet per night
- I’d love to know as much as possible about your dog so I can make them feel comfortable and at home. Please share their normal routine, personality, feeding schedule, medications or health concerns, sleeping habits and any fears or behaviors I should know about. Also let me know what they love—favorite treats, toys, walks and, of course, how much attention and snuggling they like!