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Kathy L.

5.0 out of 5 stars
42 repeat clients
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Kathy L.

5.0 out of 5 stars
42 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $61 per night

Highlights

Kathy has Star Sitter status!
Basic background check
50 years of experience
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Full time Loving & Attentive Care

Hi there! My name is Kathy and I have lived in the Greater Philadelphia Area for 17 years. I have four adult children, four grand dogs and two grand cats. I am most experienced with dogs, however, throughout my life I have owned and cared for a variety of pets including cats, birds, guinea pigs, rabbits, lizards and turtles. The area of Havertown that I live in is a wonderful dog-friendly community with endless sidewalks, low speed limits and nearby dog parks. I do not work outside of my home so I have plenty of time to devote to your fur baby. I can assure you that your pet will be in great care, great company and they will feel right at home with my family. I am currently being treated for pet allergies so unfortunately I cannot allow pets to sleep in my bedroom.

Qualifications

42 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
50 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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170 ratings
Michael C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jul 23, 2026

Great job ! Your pets are in good hands!

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Maura C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jun 30, 2026

Excellent care! She really made my vacation peaceful knowing things were taken care of.

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Joanie G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Apr 14, 2026

Wonderful as always. Thank you!

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Hannah B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Feb 23, 2026

Kathy is wonderful.

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Cambria L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Sep 04, 2025

Kathy is wonderful! She takes great care of our very energetic puppy

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Cathy G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Aug 23, 2025

Kathy did a wonderful job caring for our dog and cat! Very grateful!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

Throughout the week I do have a few recurring 30 minute walks at other clients' homes so I can be out of my home for short periods of time. I always try to run errands on days that I do not have a dog in my home.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Safety, trust & environment

Your pet will have access to my home but I try to make sure they are always nearby. I have several different sizes of crates and gates that I can utilize to keep your pet safe if I have to leave my house.

A typical day

I love to be outside so I take 4 to five walks a day. I start the morning with a 20 to 30 minute walk and another one around 6 pm. Every 2 to 4 hours we go out for a short walk or to hang out in the yard.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only
Kathy can host up to 1 pet per night
Last year I discovered I am allergic to dogs and cats so I cannot allow them to sleep in bed with me. Sleeping arrangements are important to keep us both rested and happy.
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.