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Santa Monica Dog Hikers - Dog Walker - Santa Monica, CA

Member since Nov 2020

Founded in 2008, Katherine Smith's Santa Monica Dog Hikers is dedicated to enhancing your dog's well-being through invigorating exercise and socialization. With over a decade of experience, Katherine specializes in leading small group hikes that offer not just physical activity, but also mental stimulation for your furry friend. Serving areas including Santa Monica, Brentwood, Pacific Palisades, Los Angeles, Mar Vista, and Venice, she ensures each dog leaves their adventure not just refreshed, but also challenged and content.

Katherine holds certifications through Pet Sitters Associates, LLC, underscoring her commitment to professional excellence and the safety of your pet. With her insured services, she promises a fulfilling experience that contributes to a healthier, happier life for your dog. The focus on small groups allows for personalized attention, ensuring every dog gets the exercise they need while forming bonds with their fellow adventurers.

Offering mobile services for convenience, Katherine is ready to transform your dog's routine with memorable hikes that feel like an adventure. Her passion and expertise in dog walking make her the ideal choice for pet parents looking to enrich their dog's life. Ready to see your dog thrive? Book through Petworks today!

Mobile Services

Pricing Packages

Starting Price

$ 35.00 Per Session

How do you serve precious pets?

In Home Pet Sitting

What part of the animal kingdom do you serve?

Dogs

Cat-astrophes happen! What is your cancellation policy?

PetWorks Cancellation Policy

Pet Care Professional's Own Policy
If a pet care professional has published their own cancellation or refund policy, that policy governs the refund of the service amount only. Any PetWorks fees, including the Care Coverage Fee and Pet Care Professional Cancellation Fee, are governed by this PetWorks Cancellation Policy and not by the pet care professional's policy.

Pet Parent Cancels
If the pet care professional has not published their own cancellation policy, the service amount is refundable only if the pet parent cancels at least 72 hours before the scheduled start time of the booking. Cancellations within 72 hours of the scheduled start time are non-refundable for the service amount. The Care Coverage Fee is non-refundable when a pet parent cancels, regardless of timing and regardless of whether the pet care professional has their own cancellation policy.

Pet Parent No-Show
If a pet parent does not show up for a confirmed booking, no refund will be issued for the service amount or the Care Coverage Fee.

Pet Care Professional Cancels
If a pet care professional cancels a confirmed booking, the pet parent receives a 100% refund of everything they paid, including the Care Coverage Fee. The pet care professional receives no payment for the canceled service and is charged a Pet Care Professional Cancellation Fee equal to 10% of the service amount, up to a maximum of $150. PetWorks may collect this fee by deducting it from a future payout through PetWorks or by other means if no future payout is available.

Policy in Effect at Booking
The cancellation rules that apply to a booking, including any pet care professional cancellation policy on file and the Pet Care Professional Cancellation Fee rate, are those that were in effect when the booking was confirmed.

Which part of the country do you serve pets?

Santa Monica, Brentwood, Pacific Palisades, Los Angeles, Mar Vista, Venice, CA

What year did you begin serving pets?

2008

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BASED IN: Santa Monica, CA
SERVICE AREA: Any distance, including Santa Monica, Brentwood, Pacific Palisades, Los Angeles, Mar Vista, Venice, CA

How do you serve precious pets?

In Home Pet Sitting

What part of the animal kingdom do you serve?

Dogs

Cat-astrophes happen! What is your cancellation policy?

PetWorks Cancellation Policy

Pet Care Professional's Own Policy
If a pet care professional has published their own cancellation or refund policy, that policy governs the refund of the service amount only. Any PetWorks fees, including the Care Coverage Fee and Pet Care Professional Cancellation Fee, are governed by this PetWorks Cancellation Policy and not by the pet care professional's policy.

Pet Parent Cancels
If the pet care professional has not published their own cancellation policy, the service amount is refundable only if the pet parent cancels at least 72 hours before the scheduled start time of the booking. Cancellations within 72 hours of the scheduled start time are non-refundable for the service amount. The Care Coverage Fee is non-refundable when a pet parent cancels, regardless of timing and regardless of whether the pet care professional has their own cancellation policy.

Pet Parent No-Show
If a pet parent does not show up for a confirmed booking, no refund will be issued for the service amount or the Care Coverage Fee.

Pet Care Professional Cancels
If a pet care professional cancels a confirmed booking, the pet parent receives a 100% refund of everything they paid, including the Care Coverage Fee. The pet care professional receives no payment for the canceled service and is charged a Pet Care Professional Cancellation Fee equal to 10% of the service amount, up to a maximum of $150. PetWorks may collect this fee by deducting it from a future payout through PetWorks or by other means if no future payout is available.

Policy in Effect at Booking
The cancellation rules that apply to a booking, including any pet care professional cancellation policy on file and the Pet Care Professional Cancellation Fee rate, are those that were in effect when the booking was confirmed.

Which part of the country do you serve pets?

Santa Monica, Brentwood, Pacific Palisades, Los Angeles, Mar Vista, Venice, CA

What year did you begin serving pets?

2008

🌟 Katherine Smith: Your Premier In-Home Pet Sitting Expert in Santa Monica

❤️ In-Home Care

Katherine Smith provides specialized in-home pet sitting and care throughout Santa Monica, Los Angeles County, and surrounding areas including Los Angeles, Long Beach, Glendale, Anaheim, Santa Ana, Irvine, Huntington Beach, Pasadena, Torrance, Fullerton. By bringing professional care directly to your front door, Katherine ensures your pets stay in their safest, most familiar environment while you are away.

🌿 Benefits of In-Home Care

Zero Travel Stress: Your pet avoids the anxiety of car rides and the sensory overload of a boarding facility.
Health & Safety: In-home pet sitting eliminates exposure to kennel cough and other communal pet illnesses.
Customized Home Visits: One-on-one attention from Katherine tailored to your pet’s specific home routine.
Home Security: Regular visits to your California residence provide an added layer of security and a lived-in appearance.
Medication Management: Professional administration of supplements or medications in the comfort of your pet’s own bed.

🩺 In-Home Service Types

Daily Check-Ins: Scheduled in-home pet sitting visits for feeding, walking, and play.
Overnight Stays: Comprehensive overnight care within your Santa Monica home for maximum comfort and companionship.
Cat & Small Animal Care: Specialized in-home visits designed for the unique needs of feline and exotic companions.

📌 In-Home Quick Tips

✅ Home Access: Ensure Katherine has tested key or keypad access before your trip.
✅ Supply Staging: Keep all food, leashes, and cleaning supplies in one visible “In-Home Care Station.”
✅ Emergency Contact: Leave a list of local Los Angeles County emergency contacts and your preferred veterinarian on the counter.

Experience the difference of professional in-home pet sitting with Katherine Smith in Santa Monica, CA, and throughout Los Angeles, Long Beach, Glendale, Anaheim, Santa Ana, Irvine, Huntington Beach, Pasadena, Torrance, Fullerton. Book Katherine today for the gold standard in localized, stress-free pet sitting care.