Katie

Experienced, Professional, and Friendly, Pet Sitter

Mississauga
4 times favorited
3 recurring guests
Lives with 1 dog, 3 cats and 2 pets
Lives with Lasa apso Mix Wonder
Usually responds within few hours
2d ago
Last activity
<2h
Response time
Dog Walking
Dog walking
Min. 30-minute walks
20 CAD for each additional pet
30 CAD
/walk
All services and rates

About Katie

Hi there,

A bit about me and my experience;
I have worked in the Veterinary field for over 18 years as an Animal Care Assistant. Between work and my own various pets, I have exceptional experience with a wide range of species, personalities, and behaviour. (My gang includes; Dog, Cats, Birds, Lizard, Fish, and Frogs).
Benefits to working in the Veterinary field for so long is that I am capable of watching pets who are in need of daily medications (oral and injectable), and can be trusted to notice signs of illness, but especially chronically ill/geriatric pets, and I'm trained in CPR.

I am looking for some active and meaningful, casual work in between my hours at the clinics/hospitals, that still involves pets. I would love to spend time with your pet(s) and take good care of them for the time you are away, even if that means just a"check-in" friend, or a walk for as many or little times you need.

I am a friendly and outgoing, trustworthy person, and would only care for your pet(s) as my own. I look forward to meeting you!

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My services: 

NOTE: Please feel free to send me any inquiry message!! Especially if a specific day you're interested in is not highlighted as "available"... Dependant on services you're interested in, I might be able to make arrangements. Thank you!

Pet Sitting:
Mostly available for shorter durations, between Wednesdays- Saturdays, however more days might be negotiable, and factor dependant.
I prefer to go to the pets home, rather than bringing into mine, due to the safety of my own pets.
However, EXCEPTIONS include: Cat friendly small quiet dogs, and pocket pets/reptiles that could be kept in seperate room. Rates for pet boarding can be discussed based on the pet (ex. A lizard will be different than a dog).

Additional services:
I am NOT a groomer! However, I bathe and shave my own pets and patients regularly. If you're interested, we can arrange that as well for a small additional fee.

Check ups/pop ins:
Available daily for check ups at pets home, and frequency can be negotiated based on pets needs (medications etc).
$30 for one daily check in
$60 for twice daily check in

Walks:
30minute walks, minimum. I drive an SUV, so I can fit any size dog, and if a pet parent is comfortable I can take the pet out for longer excursions/car rides/ leash free parks etc. Might have access to a fenced in yards as well. I do focus on behaviour and training, so I can/will maintain that when handling your pets. 
$30 per dog
$20 per additional dog on same walk
(Multiple dogs at the same time may be negotiated for cost)

Thank you!
Katie

Katie's services

At your home

Dog Walking
Dog Walking
An experienced dog walker will pick up your dog from your home for a 30 min walk
20 CAD for each additional pet
30 CAD
/walk
One home visit a day
One home visit a day
Book a pet sitter to stop by your home to feed and play with your pet
30 CAD
/day
Two home visits a day
Two home visits a day
Two drop-in visits for your pet
60 CAD
/day

At the sitter's home

Dog Boarding
Dog Boarding
Overnight stay at the sitter's home
70 CAD for each additional pet
80 CAD
/night

Katie also offers

Dog training
Grooming
Pick up / drop off

Cancellation policy: Flexible

Full refund if canceled before 12:00 p.m. one day before the booking, 50% refund afterward.

No refund is payable if the booking is canceled on or after the start date.

Note: All times are based on the sitter’s time zone

Reviews

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Home Visits
Steve, 2024-01-23

Very happy Katie’s service, she was great with our little fur balls!

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Dog Boarding
Karen, 2023-07-23

Katie looked after my 10 month old pup for two nights and my little guy was so happy with her! She was very responsive and provided me updates throughout the day with pictures which is very comforting. She is a very gentle soul herself and it shows in how she conducts herself.

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Availability

Katie's Pets

Gerrard
Cat
Stormy
Cat
Spunky
Reptile
MIA
Cat
Butters and Tuli
Bird
Wonder
Lasa apso Mix

About Katie's Home

Accepted pets

Puppies
< 1 year
Dog sizes
0-80 kg
Dog ages
0-20 years
Cats
all kinds
Ferrets
all kinds
Small animals
rodents, rabbits, ...

Katie's home

A small outdoor area
Has no kids
24/7 supervision
A fully fenced backyard
Emergency transport

Walking areas

Nearby off-leash dog area
Urban, City park & Forest

Skills

Specific Skills

I speak English
+10 years of experience
Familiar with dog training techniques
16+yrs in the vet field, special interest in behaviour

Experience with

Rescuing pets
Behavioural problems

Stats

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Katie

Katie

Experienced, Professional, and Friendly, Pet Sitter

Mississauga
Dog Walking
Dog walking
Min. 30-minute walks
20 CAD for each additional pet
30 CAD
/walk
All services and rates
Contact Katie

Cancellation policy: Flexible

Full refund if canceled before 12:00 p.m. one day before the booking, 50% refund afterward.

No refund is payable if the booking is canceled on or after the start date.

Note: All times are based on the sitter’s time zone

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