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Katie p.

Ankeny, IA

5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
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Services

Katie can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old

Availability

I work from home Mondays/Fridays so would be able to come any time, and have an hour long lunch break M/T/W when I'm in the office. My weekends are wide open with plenty of time for walks, playing or cozy visits in.

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House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Katie p.

Communication

1 repeat pet parent
80% response rate
Usually responds within a few hours
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I'm an experienced dog walker, I've taken large dogs who like to pull and small dogs who want to turn around before they get out the door. I'm cautious around other pets in the neighborhood, and have both hands on the leash at all times. I'm a big fan of letting them sniff everything we pass, but will not let them eat those pesky acorns.

Information Katie p. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know where their favorite spots to be scratched are and if they can eat any treats! I want them to feel comfortable around me and also not throw them off their normal schedule/food routine.

A typical day

I have a wicked frisbee arm and can play tug of war almost as long as any dog. Whatever their favorite game is we can make it happen.

Location

Ankeny, IA

Katie p.'s Neighborhood

Pets

All Pets deserve pets

Pet care experience

I spent most of my years in college and grad school pet sitting or house sitting for my professors. I am the go to person to check on pets in my family/friend groups and I look forward to it every time!

Cat care experience

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My husband is the "spare human"

Katie also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Reviews

Malia C.
Drop-In Visits • Jan 01, 2026
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Super grateful for Katie! Was flexible with me and my cats and did a great job caring for them. Thank you Katie! :)

Tonya C.
Sep 10, 2025

Katie watched my house and dog (a boxer, who is notoriously nervous around others) on several occasions. My dog Sunny now runs towards her instead of away from her when she comes. He is very high energy and she makes sure wear him out for me.

About Katie p.

Communication

1 repeat pet parent
80% response rate
Usually responds within a few hours
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I'm an experienced dog walker, I've taken large dogs who like to pull and small dogs who want to turn around before they get out the door. I'm cautious around other pets in the neighborhood, and have both hands on the leash at all times. I'm a big fan of letting them sniff everything we pass, but will not let them eat those pesky acorns.

Information Katie p. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know where their favorite spots to be scratched are and if they can eat any treats! I want them to feel comfortable around me and also not throw them off their normal schedule/food routine.

A typical day

I have a wicked frisbee arm and can play tug of war almost as long as any dog. Whatever their favorite game is we can make it happen.

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Katie p.

Ankeny, IA

5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews