In 1995, after spending 23 years in the medical field, Katheryn Weaver traded her healthcare career for her lifelong passion for animals. With a childhood spent bringing home various pets and years volunteering at the San Francisco SPCA, she had the experience and drive to open Klaws, Paws, and Hooves in Montara. The business has grown to serve dogs, cats, and other animals in San Mateo County with daycare, boarding, and grooming services.
What makes this operation stand out is how personally Katheryn approaches each animal’s care. She’s a member of Pet Sitters International and the Better Business Bureau, and she’s involved with the Half Moon Bay Chamber of Commerce. That professional foundation matters, but what really comes through is that she genuinely wants your dog to have a good experience, not just survive your absence.
The facility itself is designed with dogs in mind—comfortable spaces where they can actually relax rather than just be warehoused. If you’re planning to hike the coastal trails around Montara or spend a weekend exploring Half Moon Bay, you can leave knowing your dog is somewhere that prioritizes their wellbeing. The grooming services are handled with attention to individual needs too, not just a generic wash-and-cut approach.
Katheryn continues taking classes and workshops with established dog trainers to keep her knowledge current. That commitment to learning shows in how she handles different temperaments and situations. She understands that a anxious dog needs something different from a high-energy pup, and she plans activities and environments accordingly.
The Montara location gives you that small-town feel where the person running the place actually knows the community and the area. It’s the kind of place where you’re not just a transaction but someone Katheryn wants to help out. Since services and availability can vary, calling ahead to discuss your specific dog and what you need makes sense—that way you can get a real sense of how she works and make sure everything lines up with what you’re looking for.
