Katrina
Caring and calm, Sydenham-based
London
About Katrina
Hello!
About me
I have been a dog-lover for as long as I remember. Our family dog was a Shih Tzu, Muffin, who sadly passed away at 16 years old in late 2022.
Experience
I've walked dogs for the Cinnamon Trust - a charity that pairs up dog walkers with dog owners who have mobility challenges. Both were rescues: one was a fun Beagle x Cavalier, and the other was a senior, sweet Border Terrier. They both got anxious and bark-y, of loud noises, and other dogs respectively. If your dog has anything they get upset by, I'm always mindful of this and will distract them towards something else.
I have also boarded dogs in my home - a range of breeds and sizes, including a Bichon x Toy Poodle; an Australian Kelpie; and a Labradoodle.
Where your pet would stay
I live in a 2nd floor flat in Sydenham (opposite the Overground station).
I have recently had to install brand new carpets, so it would be important that they're well toilet trained, as I'd like to avoid accidents! I work from home a couple of days during the week. Dogs would sleep in the open plan lounge/kitchen with access to water/food as needed. There's no garden however I have 2 local parks (Mayow park and Alexandra Rec park) several mins walk away.
I don't have a car so prefer if dogs are dropped off and picked up.
Thanks for reading,
Katrina