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About
I am a reliable person who loves animals. I also have experience with my own cat who had asthma, then diabetes, then kidney disease, so I am able to administer treatment for these conditions with love and care.
I love being able to help other people and I love animals.
Overview
Hired 22 times
Serves Astoria, NY
Background checked
10 years in business
Business hours
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Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.
Top Pro status
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2019
Services offered
Type of pets
Cat
Length of time
1 - 3 days
4 - 7 days
8 - 14 days
Additional services
Feeding
Grooming
Medication
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, responsiveness, and work quality.
Excellent 4.9
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Michelle P.
May 15, 2017
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Hired on Thumbtack
Katy is amazing - I've nicknamed her the cat whisperer. She has a natural ability to communicate with all of our cats - even the feral cats we have outside! She is trust worthy, kind, caring, and truly loves hanging out with the cats. I have also hired Katy in the past for gardening. She took the same care with my garden as she did with my pets. Her garden work was caring, meticulous & detailed. Katy is definitely my go to person for any job related to my pets & garden.
Pet Sitting
Sarah T.
Dec 17, 2018
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Hired on Thumbtack
Katy looked after my cat Harry while I was out of town for a few days. She did an excellent job! You can tell that Katy loves cats and enjoys looking after them. She was extremely professional and friendly. I would highly recommend!!
Details: Cat • 1 pet • Changing litter or bedding • Giving food and water • Providing exercise • Short visit (30 minutes) • Two times a day • The pet sitter travels to me
Pet Sitting
Chelsea S.
Aug 1, 2016
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Hired on Thumbtack
Katy is very professional and a breeze to work with. I was gone for almost two weeks and she made sure my cat was comfortable. She even brought a toy from home for her and anticipated other needs. I will work with her again!
Cat Sitting
Maritza J.
Sep 18, 2018
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Hired on Thumbtack
Katy took excellent care of our cat Luka while we were away on a weekend trip. She kept us updated during every visit and sent photos as well. Katy is very professional and responsible.
Details: Cat • 1 pet • Changing litter or bedding • Providing companionship • Giving food and water • Providing exercise • Standard visit (60 minutes) • Once a day • I travel to the pet sitter • The pet sitter travels to me
Pet Sitting
Jason E.
Sep 8, 2015
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Hired on Thumbtack
Katy is amazing!
We found her through Thumbtack and couldn't be more pleased, and hope she's available next time we're out of town.
She provided references and came over for a visit with us and our cat, Samsonite, a few days before our trip. While we were gone, she not only fed Sam and kept his litter box clean, but she spent time playing with him and keeping him entertained. She sent us pictures and texts on how he was doing, and allowed us to enjoy our trip without worrying about the little guy.
We can't recommend her highly enough, and am happy to provide a reference to anyone interested in her services.
Thanks so much Katy! You rock!!
Cat Sitting
Credentials
Background Check
Katherine Bowen
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I charge $20 per visit; $50 for overnight stays.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
After we make initial contact, I give the customer my phone number and email in order to work out the details. I also ask how they would like to pay: Paypal, cash, Venmo, whichever they prefer.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have had cats most of my life, and I love animals in general. My most recent cat had several medical issues, so I learned how to give a cat an inhaler, check insulin levels, give injections and administer fluids subcutaneously.
