My name is Kathy "Kat" Kergaravat(A/K/A "Aunt Kat").

I have been a pet lover and caretaker for my entire life. I opened Berkshire Pet Pals, LLC in 2010 after spending more than 20 years as a nurse. While I loved working with and helping people, it was the animals that brought me true happiness.

Before pet sitting became a "thing", I realized that there was a need for caring and experienced pet caregivers. Especially for those pets with special needs. At that time, I had 10 cats, 5 ferrets, and 3 dogs. A few of them had medical conditions that required medication and special care. I found it nearly impossible to find people to take care of them when I had to leave home for any length of time. That was my "aha" moment.

While I have always been the first to volunteer to take care of pets for family and friends as needed, I officially started my first pet retail business, Best Petz, in 2000. After a few years, I saw that a direct care service was needed there was a need for good pet care in my area. Along with my husbands support and encouragement, I created Berkshire Pet Pals, LLC from the ground up. Berkshire Pet Pals, LLC was born out of a love of all pets and my devotion to providing the best care possible when their owners had to be away. It was a successful endeavor that I shared with my husband for more than 15 years.

In 2024, I found myself unable to work due to a health crisis and had to close my business. I underwent a grueling chemo regimen that left me with some serious side effects that I am still trying to manage. It is the animals that saw me through this most difficult time and it is for them that I continue to persevere. I can't even begin to describe the feeling I get from spending time with them.

I am not sure where life will take me from this point forward, but I do know that the animals are what keep me going. It is with love and gratitude that I continue to keep looking ahead.

I appreciate all of the ongoing love and support from my family, friends, and clients! I do not know where I would be without all of you.

Thank-you for your patience, understanding, and ongoing support as I continue to navigate this new chapter in my life.

With much Love and Gratitude,