Katie L.
Knoxville, TN
Lots of experience - LOVE pets! :)
Pet care experience
I have worked with dogs since high school where I worked at a dog daycare and boarding facility. I have worked at the Oshkosh Area Humane Society as an Animal Caregiver for two years while in college. Here I learned a lot about animal behavior as well as the medical aspect of things. I have volunteered with Lucky 7 Dog Rescue since 2015 as well as being on the Board of Directors for 2 years. I have worked as a Veterinary Assistant at the emergency hospital since 2019. My time here taught me all about the medical and vetting aspect and introduced me to a huge passion of mine. I love all types of dogs and cats and I am very accustomed to working with difficult dogs or ones that need extra help. I am able to give medications and would love to spend time with your doggies and use different methods of keeping their minds and bodies busy and happy! I am available around my work schedule and just looking to make a little extra money in a way I enjoy and can help others out! I have done a lot of dog sitting in the past as well as stops by for potty breaks and play. I am usually the go to for pet sitting for all my friends, family, and coworkers. I have two dogs of my own and a cat and they all get along great, they are the loves of my life!
Reviews
I feel like my kittens are in great hands when I have to travel and leave them in Katie’s care. She has been very accommodating, understanding of my needs and the needs of my kittens. She had been very responsive, which is key when I’m far away and rely on one person to ensure the wellbeing of my kittens. I just recently moved into this area, so knowing that I can trust Katie with my kittens is reducing my own anxiety of establishing myself in the new environment.
Katie did a great job taking care of my cat Evie. I returned from my trip and found my little pal well-fed and well-cared for; Katie clearly took the time to play with Evie. I found Katie easy and pleasant to to work with.
She was great, she cared for koko like it was her own. I felt very secure knowing she was watching over my baby.
Katie did a wonderful job! We got updates and pictures while we were away which was really nice and comforting to us. Looking forward to having Katie take them for walks and will definitely have her stay with them in the future.
About Katie L.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have tons of experience working with animals and am very comfortable with all breeds and sizes. I have learned from a dog behaviorist and have a lot of medical veterinary experience to catch anything that may be going on right away. I will send pictures and videos of your fur baby while you are away and treat them as if they were my own!
Information Katie L. would like to know about your pet
I would just like to know general information about your pet. Strong likes or dislikes are very helpful. Comfortable with any size, breed, age and willing to move slowly to make more nervous dogs comfortable and let them get to know me.
A typical day
I love to be active and outside and spend time with pups and kitties! I have learned a lot do of ways to keep dogs mentally and physically busy. I enjoy training and working on appropriate behaviors. Of course I also love cuddle and pet time!
Services
Katie can watch in your home
Availability
I am currently working as a server and as an emergency veterinary assistant so I am available different times through the day depending on my work schedule. Message me to discuss availability. :)
About Katie L.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have tons of experience working with animals and am very comfortable with all breeds and sizes. I have learned from a dog behaviorist and have a lot of medical veterinary experience to catch anything that may be going on right away. I will send pictures and videos of your fur baby while you are away and treat them as if they were my own!
Information Katie L. would like to know about your pet
I would just like to know general information about your pet. Strong likes or dislikes are very helpful. Comfortable with any size, breed, age and willing to move slowly to make more nervous dogs comfortable and let them get to know me.
A typical day
I love to be active and outside and spend time with pups and kitties! I have learned a lot do of ways to keep dogs mentally and physically busy. I enjoy training and working on appropriate behaviors. Of course I also love cuddle and pet time!
Location
Knoxville, TN
Pets
Katie L.
Knoxville, TN