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Katie S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
9 repeat clients
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Katie S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
9 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $81 per night

Highlights

Enhanced background check
16 years of experience
Home full time
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Your dogs best friend!

Hi I'm Katie! I've been caring for my personal dogs for over 15 years and have been dog walking / sitting through Rover for over 5 years. I adore dogs and feel happiest when I am outside hiking / walking with dogs. I have also studied and worked as a dog trainer. When your pup stays or walks with me, they'll be having fun and learning something too! We will play, go on fun walks and adventures, and work on basic manners and life skills. I am comfortable caring for all ages, breeds, and sizes.

Qualifications

9 repeat pet parents
84% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
16 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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20 ratings
Scott P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 30, 2025

Katie took my dog on regular walks through the wooded area around her home. She also was very accommodating when my flight home was delayed.

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Meg F.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jun 30, 2024

Katie was so wonderful!! We have two large nervous dogs and it is hard to find people who are a good fit for watching them. Katie came over for a meet and greet and was great with the dogs, letting them slowly get comfortable with her. For the scheduled visit, Katie was super communicative and was great at problem solving by putting our one incredibly nervous dog on a long leash she brought with her to get him to come outside with her. Just a wonderful experience all around, I am so grateful to have found such a perfect person to watch our pups!

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Susy S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Oct 29, 2022

Katie has watched my pup in the past and was phenomenal! Very caring and went above and beyond to meet his needs. I recently had a last minute boarding cancellation that put us in a pickle, as we would have to be gone the entire day for a funeral. Katie was booked for boarding but was able fit him in for a walk despite being last minute. I am so grateful, as I knew he would be excited to see her, and I wouldn’t have to miss part of the service to travel back. Sincerely grateful and beyond satisfied with her care.

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Roberto S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Sep 02, 2022

Katie watched Asher a second time for the past 10 days or so and he had a blast with her. I never worried about him and she sent photos and updates while I was away. He absolutely loves her dog Phoebe and I almost felt bad making him leave 😅 I highly recommend Katie!!

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Allie M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Mar 12, 2022

Katie is lovely!! She helped me out very last minute and took great care of my pup. He came home so tired from his walk. I highly recommend booking with her :).

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Anastassiya L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Mar 02, 2022

Katie took great care of my pup. Would definitely recommend and rebook in future :)

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

All dogs staying with me will fit into my routine. I wake up early before work to to take care of my dog Phoebe, typically going on hikes in the morning and in the evening we play in my yard. In the spring/summer months we go for additional hikes/walks in the evening. On the weekends we spend the days hiking, swimming, and exploring new places. Another dog fits easily into my schedule, and I will ensure to give the dogs some solo walks / time with me.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I treat any dog staying with me as my own -- the dogs safety and happiness is my top priority. Dogs are fed separately, play is monitored, and your dog will be on a leash unless in a fully fenced in area, or until I establish a solid recall with your dog.

Pets

A typical day

I love to take my dog Phoebe on long hikes, walks, or trips to the beach. Depending on your dog and their temperament, they may join us for adventures in the woods.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only
Takes only 1 client at a time
Katie can host up to 2 pets per night
Are they crate trained? Do they have any reactivity or triggers? Do they chase cars? Are they afraid of anything (skate boards, loud noises?) Are they dog reactive? Are they human aggressive? Do they have solid recall? Do they have separation anxiety? Do they have prey drive towards cats, birds, squirrels? Do they resource guard food or toys? What is their favorite toy / game? Do you have any specific rules for them you want me to maintain (i.e. sitting at corners, wearing a specific collar during walks, etc). What tools do you use (i.e. e-collar, harness, prong, slip lead, etc).
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.