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Kathy B.

West Columbia, SC

5.0 out of 5 stars
60 reviews
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Services

Kathy can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Unspayed females accepted, neutered males only
No females in heat

Availability

On weekdays, I get up early so all the dogs can go potty, eat, and get some play time in the yard. When I get home, everyone goes outside to potty, eats, and then I give them about 30 minutes to let their food settle before letting them play. Weekends, I stay home and they get to play a lot!

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About Kathy B.

Communication

20 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
80% bookings with photo updates

Skills

25 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

I have a separate room for visiting dogs and foster dogs. I have a variety of crates in different sizes and x-pens, that can keep them separate but still be able to see and smell everything. I have my front porch set up where they can watch the street, but can't get through the screen. I also have a large backyard with a 7 foot secure privacy fence

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 3 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

Information Kathy B. would like to know about your pet

Age, breed, temperament, whether they are shy, fearful, or can be aggressive. Personality quirks, what they don't like, what they do like in terms of food, touching, play.

A typical day

We can play any games your dog enjoys. If they like other dogs, both my big boys are very good at changing their play style for other dogs.

Location

West Columbia, SC

Kathy B.'s Neighborhood

Pets

I'm an R+ certified dog trainer

Pet care experience

I am a huge dog lover (always have been), but I also know how to handle them! I am a force free dog trainer, I also have a trainer profile on Rover (they do make sure you’ve been educated), I have fostered 45 dogs since 2011, so I have lots of experience watching dogs in my home. I have worked with all breeds, sizes, and temperaments. I have the ability to keep your dog separated from other dogs or they can have fun playing with my 2 big boys. My boys have never met anyone they don't like, my little female just wants to stay glued to me, but is very sweet to everyone that comes and will play outside with them. I do work Monday-Friday 815-515, but I can make arrangements for an intake of a pup or kitty for you. I do come home for lunch, so the longest your dog may not get out is 5 hours. Weekends, I pretty much stay home and everyone plays a lot. Here’s a promo coupon! https://www.rover.com/sit/kathyb65214

Reviews

Cody H.
Boarding • Aug 10, 2026
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My dog had a blast during her stay! She slept the whole afternoon when we got home, safe to say she had a great time!

Mario C.
Boarding • Jul 30, 2026
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She is always very lovely with our puppies, she is our sitter to go whenever we need someone for boarding. Highly recommended!

Joe T.
Boarding • Jul 18, 2026
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Kathy is great! She takes wonderful care of my dog. She sends great photos and videos, and she’s really good with communication and planning visits. I highly recommend her.

Naomi M.
Boarding • Jul 13, 2026
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After a week in Kathy's care, Indiana came home well loved and happy. We received several 'pup'date videos during his stay providing us much peace of mind. We would absolutely use Kathy again.

About Kathy B.

Communication

20 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
80% bookings with photo updates

Skills

25 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

I have a separate room for visiting dogs and foster dogs. I have a variety of crates in different sizes and x-pens, that can keep them separate but still be able to see and smell everything. I have my front porch set up where they can watch the street, but can't get through the screen. I also have a large backyard with a 7 foot secure privacy fence

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 3 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

Information Kathy B. would like to know about your pet

Age, breed, temperament, whether they are shy, fearful, or can be aggressive. Personality quirks, what they don't like, what they do like in terms of food, touching, play.

A typical day

We can play any games your dog enjoys. If they like other dogs, both my big boys are very good at changing their play style for other dogs.

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Kathy B.

West Columbia, SC

5.0 out of 5 stars
60 reviews