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
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.
Katie was excellent. Ava loved her she even taught her some new tricks! We would definitely use her again and recommend her to other pet owners.
So happy to have met Katie on Rover! As a night shift worker it’s so hard to meet someone willing to come later in the evenings for drop ins. Katie is very flexible with scheduling, easy to communicate with and very skilled with my large overly excited doodle. I feel so comfortable having her check-in in on my pup and really love her detailed rover reports! Thank you Katie, we appreciate you.
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