Katie W.
Barnstable, MA
Degree + Experience + Passion!
Pet care experience
As a pet professional and business owner, I am devoted to providing the highest quality services. I will ensure your pet(s) safety, comfort, and happiness, as well as your satisfaction. I aim to go above and beyond by providing customized and thorough care. I am respectful of my client’s homes and communicative about each visit. Specializing in dogs who could use improvement with basic manners, new family members (adopted dogs, puppies), nervous, fearful, and reactive dogs. *Discounts available for clients within 5 miles of Cape Cod Organic Farm (3675 Main Street, 02630) My schedule is fairly flexible- I can often offer walks and drop ins as early as 7am and as late as 8:30pm. Based in Barnstable Village. I am the proud owner of Maple Tree Dog Training LLC. I believe that force-free training is the best way to effectively change behavior and build respect and communication with animals of all types, including humans. I strive to offer choices and reinforce the behaviors I like most and avoid forcing any animal to do anything. Learning and training should be FUN and POSITIVE. Fear and force has no place in our relationships. If your dog currently uses aversive tools or methods (ex. prong, choke, or shock collars) I would be more than happy to demonstrate how positive methods could be applied. I do not use aversive tools or methods during my services. Contact me to schedule a meet and greet! I look forward to getting to know you and your pets!
Reviews
I’d like to up the number of stars to 10! Katie’s care of our 12 year old Chinese Crested and of our home was beyond perhaps even our own care. She was meticulous, joyful, loving, energetic and smart. Louie was a happy boy even without us and that’s what I had hoped for. I also appreciated Katie’s communication. For example, she accurately described certain of Louie’s behaviors so that we could confirm how we wanted her to respond to him. She explained how she planned to detach ticks after walks in Nickerson. She sent pics to us being careful about parking when she noted that the electric company had just marked with flags. The weather was challenging…Katie put two coats on Louie, picked him up and took him to “out” at 2am in high wind & pouring rain as he had awoken her and was circling. Most importantly Katie followed my instructions, easily administered Louie’s medications, walked him often, got to know our neighbors and fell in love with Louie. When we returned after 4 days, Katie left no footprint! I could not tell that she had lived in our house. I might add that Louie is not easy in some ways as he lounges aggressively at stranger dogs and passing cars. Katie has her own dog training business that is based on positive reinforcement which is exactly how I want Louie to be treated. We couldn’t have been happier with the gentle kindness that Katie had to us and to Louie. I recommend her 100%.
Katie W. is great with dogs, responsive and responsible. Our 2 pups can be standoffish but both opened up to Katie right away. We would recommend her to anyone. Thanks Katie!
Katie was fantastic!! Deci loved her and she went above and beyond! We will totally book her again!
We love Katie! You can tell she is the biggest dog lover because she immediately won over my dog, who is a challenging one to say the least. Katie went above and beyond to make my dog comfortable and keep me updated on their time together. She is so sweet and responsive too. I cannot say enough wonderful things about her. I highly recommend Katie.
About Katie W.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I follow all instructions carefully and ask for clarification when needed. I do my best to ensure your pet is delighted during my visit and relaxed after.
Information Katie W. would like to know about your pet
I'd like to know if your dog has any medical or behavioral conditions or if there are any specific requests regarding their care or routine. I like to know as much as possible and have everything written down so I can be sure to provide the best care possible!
A typical day
I'm happy to provide whatever kind of care you'd like for your animals. I LOVE providing mental stimulation games and puzzles. It's a great way to exercise an animal's body and mind! If your dog likes fetch, we'll play fetch! (and practice drop it too!) If your dog likes to walk, we'll walk! (and work on leash manners and check ins.) If your dog likes to lay on the couch and receive belly rubs, we'll lounge and cuddle! (and work on simple cues like look or touch... or just nap...) I want to ensure both you and your animals are happy with my service- please don't hesitate to make a specific request!
Services
Katie can watch in your home
Availability
With two dogs of my own, pet care is a daily activity in my personal life. Given my career I have a decent amount of flexibility and my schedule is filled on a first-come first serve basis. I often have availability in the morning, afternoon, and evenings, but limited availability on the weekends and holidays. I can occasionally provide overnight pet sitting seevices in your home, but I don't generally provide overnight stays beyond one or two nights.
About Katie W.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I follow all instructions carefully and ask for clarification when needed. I do my best to ensure your pet is delighted during my visit and relaxed after.
Information Katie W. would like to know about your pet
I'd like to know if your dog has any medical or behavioral conditions or if there are any specific requests regarding their care or routine. I like to know as much as possible and have everything written down so I can be sure to provide the best care possible!
A typical day
I'm happy to provide whatever kind of care you'd like for your animals. I LOVE providing mental stimulation games and puzzles. It's a great way to exercise an animal's body and mind! If your dog likes fetch, we'll play fetch! (and practice drop it too!) If your dog likes to walk, we'll walk! (and work on leash manners and check ins.) If your dog likes to lay on the couch and receive belly rubs, we'll lounge and cuddle! (and work on simple cues like look or touch... or just nap...) I want to ensure both you and your animals are happy with my service- please don't hesitate to make a specific request!
Location
Barnstable, MA
Pets
Katie W.
Barnstable, MA