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Katrina B.

Stoke Mandeville

5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
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Services

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

Katrina can care for

Cats
0 to 7 kg
7 to 18 kg
18 to 45 kg

Availability

Although I work full time, I am very lucky to be able to take my dog to work with me everyday. I am an active person who enjoys walks and exercise regularly. I am used to being outside in all weathers, all year round. Although to start with, I plan to take requests specifically at weekends or weekday evenings, if I built up a relationship with a particular animal this could be more flexible e.g. coming to work with me on some occasions.

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About Katrina B.

Communication

83% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes

Dog skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

My dog has everything he could possibly need. I appreciate everyone's way of looking after their animals is different however I am experienced with dogs and cats that require different routines / set ups. For example my dog is house trained and not destructive in the house so settles very well on a bed when left alone. However I have fostered dogs before that require the use of crates. I would always respect the owners requirements and follow any rules they have set up in place.

Information Katrina B. would like to know about your pet

My dog is sometimes dog reactive, so introductions must be gradual with him. If walking / sitting another dog, I would never bring my dog with me.

A typical day

Me and my dog partake in daily walks, plenty of mental enrichment in the home e.g kongs, snuffle Mats, sound boxes. Weekly we also partake in Agility training which he absolutely loves!

Location

Stoke Mandeville, United Kingdom

Katrina B.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Friendly, experienced dog & cat owner

Pet care experience

I have grown up with rescue cats my whole childhood, including nervous cats. All pets have grown to trust me and feel comfortable and confident in my presence. I still to this day look after my parents current cat when they go away. Since leaving home, I have had a rescue dog who arrived extremely nervous, shut down and reactive to other dogs. It has been a long process of patience, structure, routine and determination. I would be more than happy to walk / sit reactive dogs due to my experience. As well as owning my own dog, I regularly foster for the rescue we adopted Jack from. Over time our foster journey has included puppies, extremely nervous and aggressive dogs, big dogs and elderly dogs with medical conditions. Every dog we have looked after we have been extremely respectful and understanding to their particular needs and built up trust and love with each and every one of them. I have extensive experience, especially with rescue dogs on slow introductions, training requirements and nutrition (although I am not a qualified nutrionist or trainer). Any dog I look after would be looked after exceptionally and any specific requirements that are requested would be respected. I have also been overseas to Macedonia to spend time in a dog shelter there meeting and training numerous different dogs including dogs worn injuries and blind dogs. I have done this twice and both times have been extremely rewarding.

Reviews

Emma H.
House Sitting • Sep 13, 2024
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Katie is a lovely person, knows alots about dogs and was great with Polly. She was very accommodating, with really good communication, would use her again.

Chris P.
Jul 21, 2024

I met Katie when I adopted my dog Ozzy through the rescue organization she is connected with, she looked after and cared for Ozzy to the highest of standards prior to me collecting him from her, he was well looked after and exercised in secure surroundings, I would not hesitate in recommending Katie to look after, walk or board your beloved pet.

About Katrina B.

Communication

83% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes

Dog skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

My dog has everything he could possibly need. I appreciate everyone's way of looking after their animals is different however I am experienced with dogs and cats that require different routines / set ups. For example my dog is house trained and not destructive in the house so settles very well on a bed when left alone. However I have fostered dogs before that require the use of crates. I would always respect the owners requirements and follow any rules they have set up in place.

Information Katrina B. would like to know about your pet

My dog is sometimes dog reactive, so introductions must be gradual with him. If walking / sitting another dog, I would never bring my dog with me.

A typical day

Me and my dog partake in daily walks, plenty of mental enrichment in the home e.g kongs, snuffle Mats, sound boxes. Weekly we also partake in Agility training which he absolutely loves!

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Katrina B.

Stoke Mandeville

5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews