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Katrina S.

Portsmouth, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•11 reviews
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Experienced compassionate caretaker

Pet care experience

I've worked very closely with vet. technicians my whole life which has given me medical insight on how to care for animals, specifically dogs and cats. I've owned five dogs of my own in my lifetime ranging from small to large and understand hard to handle/anxiety ridden dogs from huskies to rescues. I'm flexible with my schedule to make sure pets are well taken care of along with your mind being at ease. I have experience with administering medications and have no issues working with a dog who doesn't want their medication! Overall I've worked with grumpy, hyper, happy, elderly, puppy, preteen, divas, goofy, sullen, and silly dogs. I love them all, working with dogs is my passion. Your dog will be in the best of hands when being cared for by me. ** Before house sitting, drop ins, and walks I require doing a meet & greet. This allows us to meet and discuss what you're looking for and your expectations. It also allows me to meet your dog(s) so they know I am not a random stranger and I may see how they are supposed to behave. I will not book a request until this is done.

Reviews

Dana P.
Dog Walking • Sep 29, 2017
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Our dog is a little unpredictable but she did great with Katrina! Katrina was very reliable, professional, and did a great job communicating with us. We will definitely use her again and again!

Zashiana G.
Dog Walking • Jun 30, 2017
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Obie gets so sad when Katrina leaves lol

Drew P.
Dog Walking • Jun 14, 2017
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Great job. Thank uou

Zashiana G.
Dog Walking • Jun 04, 2017
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I am so grateful that Katrina was available on such short notice. I loved the full report and pics. Obie loved her and was actually pretty bummed after she left lol. We're both looking forward to some future doggy dates :)

About Katrina S.

Communication

6 repeat pet parents
Usually responds in under 12 hours
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Katrina S. would like to know about your pet

I have no breed preferences as it makes no difference to me. Each dog is different from the next, so as much information as you can give me will be helpful in making sure your dog is happy. Does your dog have certain quirks or is there a dog in the neighborhood that they don't get along with? Is your dog shy or do they not scare easily? Is there something your dog absolutely hates doing or something that your dog can't get enough of? Tell me, fill me in, I have as much time as necessary to make sure I know everything I need to know about your dog.

A typical day

A nice long stroll in the neighborhood or an adventure to a park. For those comfortable with it we can go hiking or a fun walk on a dog friendly beach. We can go to a dog park during the quiet hours and play fetch or run around like wild dogs. There are always fun dog friendly local shops to check out with the chance to find the perfect bone or dog treat on display. I'm always open to ideas, safety and fun is what I aim for!

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
AWAY
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
AWAY
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
AWAY

Katrina can host

16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Katrina can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

About Katrina S.

Communication

6 repeat pet parents
Usually responds in under 12 hours
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Katrina S. would like to know about your pet

I have no breed preferences as it makes no difference to me. Each dog is different from the next, so as much information as you can give me will be helpful in making sure your dog is happy. Does your dog have certain quirks or is there a dog in the neighborhood that they don't get along with? Is your dog shy or do they not scare easily? Is there something your dog absolutely hates doing or something that your dog can't get enough of? Tell me, fill me in, I have as much time as necessary to make sure I know everything I need to know about your dog.

A typical day

A nice long stroll in the neighborhood or an adventure to a park. For those comfortable with it we can go hiking or a fun walk on a dog friendly beach. We can go to a dog park during the quiet hours and play fetch or run around like wild dogs. There are always fun dog friendly local shops to check out with the chance to find the perfect bone or dog treat on display. I'm always open to ideas, safety and fun is what I aim for!

Location

Portsmouth, VA

Katrina S.'s Neighborhood

Pets

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Katrina S.

Portsmouth, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•11 reviews