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Chris K.

Washington Heights, NY

5.0 out of 5 stars
•7 reviews
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Work @home, <3 walks, love 2 play

Pet care experience

I've long felt a kinship with our furry friends and have enjoyed engaging with them and assisting in their development and play. As a designer who often works from home, pet care is a great option for my schedule and a welcome distraction from my sketchbook. I grew up with a pack of Standard poodles but have cared for and boarded primarily smaller breeds because of the size of my apartment (on the smaller size in terms of space, but close to several parks including fort Tryon and Washington Heights Dog Park). Never stress wondering if your animal is safe and happy! I will provide constant updates via text, email, and/or photo-sharing, depending on your preference, on how the sitting is going. I know how much your pup means to you and I want to you see that they're having fun and staying safe. With me as a sitter, you'll always be in the loop and I make myself available to call or text 24/7 during a booking. My girlfriend also works out of our home office for her marketing business so I come packaged with a backup pair of eyes and play-pal for your pet (she's also a long-time dog lover). So please reach out! Can't wait to hear from you :D -Chris

Reviews

Kelli C.
House Sitting • Oct 11, 2017
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Chris was great. My cat Mookie and my dog Lola both give him two paws waaay up for his pet sitting while I was away! They even posed for several selfies so I didn't have to miss them too much from so far away. I'm glad we've made a new friend in the neighborhood! :)

Yalda M.
Drop-In Visits • Oct 06, 2017
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Chris took care of my cat while I was on vacation. Everything went w

Rebecca B.
House Sitting • Aug 21, 2017
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Chris was great; he spent lots of time with our pooch and really understood how to handle him. We came home to a clean house and a happy and healthy dog, we definitely recommend highly!

Jordan L.
Dog Boarding • May 29, 2017
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Eli had a great time with Chris!!! Chris was great and gave daily updates and accommodated all of Eli's needs

About Chris K.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
50% bookings with photo updates

Skills

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

Information Chris K. would like to know about your pet

Every dog has its own unique set of needs and preferences. Please tell me all about your dog so that I can deliver the most comprehensive care possible. I’ll want to know about your rules, routines, training cues, medical needs, anxieties, favorite games and pastimes, etc.

A typical day

I share a Washington Heights apartment with my girlfriend whom also works from home with me. It’s a bustling neighborhood within walking distance of Fort Tryon park.There are lots of families and activity, so it feels very safe, which is nice for walking at night and in early morning. We don’t have a yard, but I love to go out and about because I've really come to enjoy the character of the location. At present I'm home full time so I have lots of availability for walks, taking pups to the dog park (there are two within walking distance of my apartment), as well as any activities you might recommend. I know that every animal has a different personality and I am more than amenable to working with and adjusting for that in all my canine clients.

Services

House Sitting
in your home
$50per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$25per visit
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$25per walk

Chris can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Chris K.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
50% bookings with photo updates

Skills

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

Information Chris K. would like to know about your pet

Every dog has its own unique set of needs and preferences. Please tell me all about your dog so that I can deliver the most comprehensive care possible. I’ll want to know about your rules, routines, training cues, medical needs, anxieties, favorite games and pastimes, etc.

A typical day

I share a Washington Heights apartment with my girlfriend whom also works from home with me. It’s a bustling neighborhood within walking distance of Fort Tryon park.There are lots of families and activity, so it feels very safe, which is nice for walking at night and in early morning. We don’t have a yard, but I love to go out and about because I've really come to enjoy the character of the location. At present I'm home full time so I have lots of availability for walks, taking pups to the dog park (there are two within walking distance of my apartment), as well as any activities you might recommend. I know that every animal has a different personality and I am more than amenable to working with and adjusting for that in all my canine clients.

Location

New York City, NY

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Pets

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Chris K.

Washington Heights, NY

5.0 out of 5 stars
•7 reviews