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Kathy S.

Sellwood-Moreland, Portland, OR

5.0 out of 5 stars
79 reviews
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Services

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.

Kathy can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time

Kathy can care for

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

Availability

Working from home with very few commitments away from the house. Walk in the morning and evening. Back yard is great for a safe break during the day.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Kathy S.

Communication

18 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

Seasoned pet sitter and dog lover with dog training experience. Fully fenced yard, hardwood floors with rugs, dog beds welcome in bedroom at night! Keeping your pet safe is my number one concern.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Kathy S. would like to know about your pet

Energy level, barking concerns, potty habits, anxiety levels, types of stress situations that might concern your dog. Favorite things to do. Food restrictions and feeding procedure.

A typical day

Expect two short walks per day minimum, perhaps a longer walk if approved by pet owner. And for the most hearty, a short drive to a state park is also an option for some trail fun, with owner approval. Hang out with me while I work with frequent breaks outside in the yard, as needed. Cuddles on the couch are okay with me if they are with you. Life’s too short!

Location

Portland, OR

Kathy S.'s Neighborhood

Life long dog owner, now petless!

Pet care experience

I’ve raised (and trained) four dogs and two kids! After losing my last Labrador, I am filling my heart with OPDs (other peoples’ dogs.) Work from home office, fully fenced yard and steps from long walks in neighborhood, if appropriate. Your pet's safety is my biggest concern. I take nothing for granted.

Reviews

Madison T.
Doggy Day Care • Jul 15, 2026
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So sweet! Thanks for watching my sweet boy- he had a blast!!

Isabella M.
Boarding • Jul 14, 2026
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I can’t say enough good things about Kathy! She was wonderful, communicative, and very good to my senior boy. She sent updates with cute pictures and videos everyday. She even went above and beyond doing shorter more frequent walks for my pup and going the extra mile to make sure he ate (he’s the PICKIEST). My pup loved her and we will definitely be rebooking for future trips!

Kristen H.
Drop-In Visits • Jul 12, 2026
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Kathy was attentive and took great care of our kitties!! Would definitely use her again in the future!

Duke D.
Boarding • Jul 02, 2026
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Kathy took great care of Bentley for nearly two weeks while we were out of the country. She was very attentive to his needs and sent multiple updates each day so we always knew how things were going. We are very grateful for her - thanks, Kathy!

About Kathy S.

Communication

18 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

Seasoned pet sitter and dog lover with dog training experience. Fully fenced yard, hardwood floors with rugs, dog beds welcome in bedroom at night! Keeping your pet safe is my number one concern.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Kathy S. would like to know about your pet

Energy level, barking concerns, potty habits, anxiety levels, types of stress situations that might concern your dog. Favorite things to do. Food restrictions and feeding procedure.

A typical day

Expect two short walks per day minimum, perhaps a longer walk if approved by pet owner. And for the most hearty, a short drive to a state park is also an option for some trail fun, with owner approval. Hang out with me while I work with frequent breaks outside in the yard, as needed. Cuddles on the couch are okay with me if they are with you. Life’s too short!

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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Kathy S.

Sellwood-Moreland, Portland, OR

5.0 out of 5 stars
79 reviews