Kathy Penka

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I am proficient in word and excel. Seasoned insurance profession with over 30 years experience. Enjoying do administrative duties and helping other professionals. Dog walking and sitting is another service that I offer. I have a 5 mile radius from my home that I work in. Services are available based on client's needs. A discount is available for overnight pet sitting if more then 7 nights

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Hired 26 times

Serves Lenexa, KS

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1 employee

12 years in business

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2021

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Customers rated this pro highly for responsiveness, professionalism, and work quality.

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Maureen C.

Aug 15, 2021

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I had to cancel my plans due to COVID bu appreciated the quick response. Li plan to try again for future pet sitting needs

Details: Dog • 2 pets • Providing exercise • Providing companionship • Giving food and water • Taking pet outside • Standard visit (60 minutes) • Three times a day • My home, venue, etc.

Pet Sitting

Angie L.

Aug 28, 2019

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Kat is amazing with my two pups! She established trust with them immediately. And, I can trust her to be on time and responsive. She's been flexible and accommodating of my schedule. She goes above and beyond and also cleans up any dog hair she sees in the house. The best part is how the dogs look forward to her visit each day. She brushes them, plays with them, spends time with them as well as feeds and lets them out. It's reassuring to know that while I'm downtown working every day, Kat is there making sure my fur family is well cared for. Would highly recommend Kat to anyone who needs pet sitting and dog walking services.

Details: 2 dogs • 10 years or older • 2 - 10 years old • Large (41 - 70 lbs) • Extra large (70+ lbs) • 30 minutes (standard) • Prefer a private walk for my dog(s) alone • Feeding • My home, venue, etc.

Dog Walking

Rebecca F.

Sep 10, 2021

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I had a lovely conversation with Kathy about dog sitting my little puppy. She was full of lots of tips and advice. She was very honest and helpful. I haven't used her dog walking and sitting services yet, but I intend to in the future!

Details: Dog • 1 pet • Giving food and water • Taking pet outside • Providing companionship • Standard visit (60 minutes) • Once in total • My home, venue, etc.

Pet Sitting

Jane M.

Sep 11, 2020

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Kay was very responsive and came to our house to get to get to know our dogs as we were to go out of town for a few days. That was a excellent relationship building experience as they were puppies and were not socialized due to Covid. She was very patient with them and had won them over by visiting with them a few days before we were to leave. We had to cancel our trip because of my husbands and did not get to use her services. I will not hesitate to call on her in the future when I need someone to take care of our babies! She is personable, responsive, knowledgeable in working with the pets, trustworthy and made us feel comfortable to leave our dogs with her for several days. Thank you, Kay!

Details: Dog • 2 pets • Giving food and water • Taking pet outside • Providing companionship • Changing litter or bedding • Providing exercise • Overnight visit (10-12 hours) • Three times a day • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

Pet Sitting

Susan C.

Sep 8, 2020

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Kathy saved my life. I was offered a last minute trip to the Lake and she took care of my dog for several days. He was so happy he considered not coming home. Kathy was soft spoken and so caring about my dog. Her dogs were great for him to play with and Kathy has a big fenced in backyard. I would highly recommend Kathy and will be a return customer myself. Your pet couldn't be in better hands.

Details: Dog • 1 pet • Giving food and water • Taking pet outside • Providing exercise • Short visit (30 minutes) • Two times a day • My home, venue, etc.

Kathy Penka's reply

Thanks for the wonderful review!

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I have 3 dogs of my own. One is a resue sig who had been severely abused. He was not very adoptable as he was scared of everything and apparently lived most of his life in a crate. There were potty training and trust issues that we worked through. It made my heart happy to watch him change into a very loving and trusting dog. He is a constant travel companion when I am out of town for a few days.
How did you get started doing this type of work?
I've always loved dogs. Dog walking is beneficial to both the dogs and me since we both are getting excercise.
What types of customers have you worked with?
I have worked with all kinds of wonderful people.

Kathy Penka

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