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Crystal L.

Kenai, AK

5.0 out of 5 stars
18 reviews
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Experience, education and love

Pet care experience

Hello, I am a 40 year old animal lover with rescue, training and breeding experience and a certificate in animal psychology. I have experience with the care and training of just about any pet from exotics to farm animals. You can be certain that your animals are getting the best quality of care, attention and affection that can be provided while you are away. My passion is the rescue and training of largely misunderstood breeds such as pit bulls and, my personal favorite, German Shepherds. I believe in positive reinforcement and structured learning with lots of love. I work with animals on the assumption that every negative behavior has an underlying cause and strive to find that cause. I am comfortable in caring for and interacting with animals with disabilities, senior pets, behavior or training issues and/ or very young, large or small animals. I am more than happy to have your pets stay with our family in our deluxe pet suite. The suite has a private entrance, air filtration, television and remote video access. I can also drop in on them at your place or walk your pet on weekdays if it can be scheduled around my full time job with the department of law or after work. I will: -Never attempt to introduce other people or my personal pets to yours without your presence or permission. -Stick to your feeding, training and care parameters. -Make no unauthorized stops on walks or unauthorized travel -Trust that you know you pet better than I do and listen to your directions. -Treat your four legged friend as our guest. With love, attention to detail and comfort in mind.

Reviews

Alyse H.
Drop-In Visits • Sep 14, 2021
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Crystal has been absolutely amazing with our animals. She is always kind, caring and professional. We continue to utilize her services again and again!

Joe M.
Dog Boarding • Aug 03, 2021
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My dog Kenai had a great time staying with Crystal. She sent pictures and updates, and communication was great.

James W.
Drop-In Visits • Jul 09, 2021
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Crystal went above and beyond when she was watching our cats. We had a very old cat that needed daily medication and she did an outstanding job providing updates on his health and keeping him comfortable. I could tell she really cared about the animals - I highly recommend using her services.

Rick H.
Dog Boarding • Jul 07, 2021
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Dogs had a great time. Thanks Crystal!

About Crystal L.

Communication

8 repeat pet parents
Usually responds in within a few days
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

Our pupsuite is more than 220 sq ft with a private entry. Complete with 2 air purifiers, a fan, a couch, 3 dog beds, and a TV. We also offer live streaming video access for all our clients. Our home is located on 17 acres of property just a 5 minute walk from the beach. We have a fenced potty yard, tie it’s and kennels if needed. While I do spend as much time as possible with our guests, I also understand that being in a new environment can be stressful. For that reason I provide soothing music and television shows when we are away. The suite and everything in it are sanitized with steam and a 1:10 bleach spray. Soft surfaces are sanitized with laundry sanitizer or fabric spray.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 6 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Crystal L. would like to know about your pet

I request that you tell me the basics about your pup before their stay. Likes? Dislikes? Reactivity? Are they good on leash or off? Get along with other animals? Can they have treats? What is their feeding schedule like? Usually dog parents have no problem talking about their pets and I’d like to hear everything you have to say :)

A typical day

I have a four wheeler trail through our property that dogs like to walk on. It is also a mere 5 minute walk to a lessor known beach access point from our house. We also have a large yard for tag and fetch. When we aren’t outside we have toys and television to keep your pup occupied. If allowed, we also provide frozen king treats to keep them busy.

Services

Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$12per visit
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$15per walk
Boarding
in the sitter's home
AWAY

Crystal can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Takes only 1 client at a time

Crystal can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

I get up between 6 and 6:30am. I’ll feed ans let the dogs out to go potty before I leave for work between 7:30 and 7:45. I work Monday through Friday from 8-4:30 with an afternoon lunch break. I come home around 12:15 to walk our guest pups for 30 minutes before returning to work. I get home around 5pm. Weather permitting we will take an evening walk, do some yard work outside or head down to the beach. If your pet needs additional potty breaks or supervision during the day, there is always someone who can assist as I have adult teenage sons and a 14 year old still at home. Weekends and evenings I am usually home with few exceptions for errands and classes I teach for the local kennel club.

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Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About Crystal L.

Communication

8 repeat pet parents
Usually responds in within a few days
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

Our pupsuite is more than 220 sq ft with a private entry. Complete with 2 air purifiers, a fan, a couch, 3 dog beds, and a TV. We also offer live streaming video access for all our clients. Our home is located on 17 acres of property just a 5 minute walk from the beach. We have a fenced potty yard, tie it’s and kennels if needed. While I do spend as much time as possible with our guests, I also understand that being in a new environment can be stressful. For that reason I provide soothing music and television shows when we are away. The suite and everything in it are sanitized with steam and a 1:10 bleach spray. Soft surfaces are sanitized with laundry sanitizer or fabric spray.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 6 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Crystal L. would like to know about your pet

I request that you tell me the basics about your pup before their stay. Likes? Dislikes? Reactivity? Are they good on leash or off? Get along with other animals? Can they have treats? What is their feeding schedule like? Usually dog parents have no problem talking about their pets and I’d like to hear everything you have to say :)

A typical day

I have a four wheeler trail through our property that dogs like to walk on. It is also a mere 5 minute walk to a lessor known beach access point from our house. We also have a large yard for tag and fetch. When we aren’t outside we have toys and television to keep your pup occupied. If allowed, we also provide frozen king treats to keep them busy.

Location

Kenai, AK

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Crystal L.

Kenai, AK

5.0 out of 5 stars
18 reviews