Katie L.
Springfield, VT
Gentle Care, True Service!
Pet care experience
I've been taking care of dogs since I was 15! Friends and family have relied on me to walk, feed, bathe, play and keep company of their loved pets. I've worked with dogs of all sizes! Newfoundland, Saint Bernard's, hounds, mixed breeds, chihuahua mixes! I regularly dog sit for 4 families. Two of the families have Newfoundlands, so i am comfortable with large breeds. There is also a Shepherd Mix who is reactive to new people and surrounding I watch. I often take them on long walks or to Queeche Gorge. I also give lots of hugs and kisses to all the animals! While dog sitting I often touch base daily/ send photos of the fun your pet is having. I myself have two dogs, Labrador Retriever Mix and Labrador Husky Terrior Mix! Both a little over 1 year old. My little Labrador Husky Terrior Mix is a little spicy and particular on who is around her and can often growl and bark at new people. So I do have some experience with semi-aggresive dogs! I also have two cats and completely comfortable with cats as well!
Reviews
Katie L. cancelled a booking 2 days before it was scheduled to begin.
Katie is a fantastic pet sitter! Very prompt and detailed communication throughout the visits and great pictures. I really appreciate how thorough and attentive she was in her visits. My black cat tested her by hiding one day, but Katie made sure to get eyes on her before ending that booking.I had complete peace of mind while I was away and the two cats got lots of attention and playtime. We will rebook with Katie again.
THE BEST! Honestly, we can't say enough about how great of an experience we had with Katie -- she was very responsive, treated our animals like her own, sent lots of pictures, took them on walks, gave them treats she bought from the farmers market, gave medication, watered our plants, took care of our house, got our mail, and overall was just I would highly recommend Katie to anyone and everyone!!
About Katie L.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have experience crating dogs, I crate trained both my pups. I am very observant so I will pick up on if your dog has any unusual behaviors. I always reassure the dog is safe and well taken care of before I leave. I bring my own food and take my trash with me while staying over people houses. I don't bring guest over and I leave my dogs at home!
Services
Katie can watch in your home
Availability
I currently work full time in Norwich, VT as a preschool teacher. M,T,W,F - 8-4pm Th- 930-530pm When I stay over night I will walk the dogs in the morning and feed them before work. Then go straight after work to let them out and spend the night with them. For walking I will be able to walk between 5-6am daily.
About Katie L.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have experience crating dogs, I crate trained both my pups. I am very observant so I will pick up on if your dog has any unusual behaviors. I always reassure the dog is safe and well taken care of before I leave. I bring my own food and take my trash with me while staying over people houses. I don't bring guest over and I leave my dogs at home!
Location
Springfield, VT
Pets
Katie L.
Springfield, VT