the Golden Girl & her Ranch

Katie and her 15-year-old Golden Retriever, Indy, have traveled through nearly every state, sharing countless adventures together. Originally from Buffalo, NY, Katie decided Indy deserved more than just the usual backyard, so in July 2017, they set out on the Appalachian Trail, hiking south for 5.5 months. That journey changed everything—Katie traded city life for the open road, living in her trusty F-150, working seasonal gigs, and dreaming of one day building a place they could call home.

Now settled in La Pine, OR, Katie has turned her love of animals into a calling. She became a certified Level 2 canine hydrotherapist to help Indy with his arthritis and quickly discovered just how many pups could benefit from a little pool time. With the support of fellow nomad friends, she’s bringing her dream of Golden Girl Ranch to life—a space full of love, laughs, and a splash of Golden Girls spirit.

While the ranch is set to officially open in 2025, Katie is offering voluntary hydrotherapy sessions on a first-come, first-serve basis as she builds experience and serves her community.

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Anyone can love a rose, but it takes a great deal to love a leaf. It is ordinary to love the beautiful, but it is beautiful to love the ordinary.