With over 35 years of animal-loving experience under her belt (and probably a little dog hair too), Katherine Rivera is the heart and soul behind Kat’s Walk Dogs, LLC. Her journey started way back in her Florida childhood, volunteering with the Humane Society, where she quickly realized that her happy place was anywhere paws, claws, and wagging tails could be found.Before launching her full-time pet care biz, Katherine juggled a successful property management career—with dog sitting as her “side hustle.” But when the world turned upside down during the pandemic, and her own health journey led to some life-changing transformations, it was the pets she cared for that helped her heal. Their unconditional love and snuggly support became her guiding light—and that’s when she knew: this was more than a gig. This was her calling.

Now, as your neighborhood pet whisperer and Chief Cuddler in Charge, Katherine delivers the kind of care only a true animal empath can offer. Every walk, drop-in, and overnight stay is wrapped in genuine love, decades of experience, and a deep commitment to your pet’s well-being. When you trust Kat’s Walk Dogs, you’re not just hiring a sitter—you’re inviting in a lifelong animal advocate who treats every fur-friend like family.