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Christina H.

Joshua, TX

5.0 out of 5 stars
•14 reviews
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Reliable, responsible animal lover

Pet care experience

I am 37 years old, married, and a stay-at-home-mom (and homeschooler) of two beautiful children: a 6 year old boy and an 11 year old girl. We currently have 1 border collie cross, a catahoula leopard dog, and a border collie puppy who is a service dog in training. We also have chickens and two rats. However, we moved from a farm several years ago where we had three dogs, 7 horses, several barn cats, rabbits, chickens, mice, hamsters, and pet rats. Our oldest dog, Mia, is 11 years old, spayed, and The Boss. Lol. She gets along well with other dogs, although in her "old age", she's become grumpy and likes to make it known she's the queen. She gets along well with cats and kids. We rescued her from the SPCA in Cincinnati nine years ago and never looked back. Our Catahoula, Finn, was a rescue off the streets when he was 4 months old. He's about 3 Years old now, and a playful boy! He's big, and a complete love bug. Finn has never met an animal or person he didn't like. Evie is the youngest. She is an 8 month old service dog in training. She's very well mannered, especially in public, but still a puppy. She loves to play. She loves all other dogs, sometimes shy around people. Because of her, it is IMPERATIVE that your dog is absolutely not dog aggressive at all. We are all in love with animals in this house, and, for me, animals are my passion. I have a BS in Animal Science/Equine Science, and over twenty years of experience in the animal care industry. I want my clients to feel like they are leaving their fur-babies in the best possible hands. Not only will your pets be cared for physically, but also emotionally. When dogs are boarded in my home, they are treated just like our own. This means that they go for walks at the park with us, play in the yard with us, cuddle on the couch or in the bed with us. I also strive to keep your pet(s)' routines as close to normal as possible. Therefore, if your dog sleeps in a kennel, you are welcome to bring one, if he sleeps in your bed, that's where (s)he'll sleep here.

Reviews

Abeni B.
Dog Boarding • Oct 01, 2019
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Christina and her family were the absolute BEST. If you’re a doggy mom like me (you dog is your child) then I would HIGHLY RECOMMEND her. I was crying before I even made it to the door because I've had my dog since she was 2 months old and she’s never been away from me for long periods of time. She knew how nervous I was about leaving her and she did everything she could to make sure I felt ok with my baby being there. I hadn’t even made it home (I like like 6 minutes away and of course I was balling for about 2 of those minutes) and she was already sending me pictures of her having a good time with the other animals and her kids. Her son fell in love with my baby girl and it just really makes me happy to know that a complete stranger treated my puppers with such love and were so caring. After the first day I was no longer nervous about her being gone anymore. Though I really missed her, I knew she was safe and having fun. I’ll definitely be booking again. My dog has definitely found her home away from home.

Melanie R.
Dog Boarding • Aug 11, 2019
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Christina did a wonderful job caring for my fur babies. I will book her again next time we go on a family trip.

Megan G.
Drop-In Visits • Jun 16, 2018
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Christina is a very sweet and caring sitter. She took care of my cats for two weeks and kept me updated every visit. She is very honest and I would recommend her for future clients.

Julie L.
Dog Boarding • Dec 28, 2017
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My babies just love Christina!!!

About Christina H.

Communication

7 repeat pet parents
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has caged pets
Has 3 dogs, 2 cats
Children 0-5 years old
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs allowed on bed

Information Christina H. would like to know about your pet

I love all breeds. Small, large, or extra-large - all are welcome here! I'd like to know health history, if they are up to date on vaccinations, and how their life has been (ie: were they abused previously, were they in a rescue, are they defensive about food). They MUST be child friendly, and cat friendly - a little fun chasing is acceptable, of course!

A typical day

We play, cuddle, occasionally go for walks in the neighborhood, and maybe to a nearby park. We do have a huge backyard for the area. Lots of room to run.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
AWAY
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
AWAY
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
AWAY

Christina can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Crate-trained dogs only

Christina can watch in your home

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

About Christina H.

Communication

7 repeat pet parents
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has caged pets
Has 3 dogs, 2 cats
Children 0-5 years old
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs allowed on bed

Information Christina H. would like to know about your pet

I love all breeds. Small, large, or extra-large - all are welcome here! I'd like to know health history, if they are up to date on vaccinations, and how their life has been (ie: were they abused previously, were they in a rescue, are they defensive about food). They MUST be child friendly, and cat friendly - a little fun chasing is acceptable, of course!

A typical day

We play, cuddle, occasionally go for walks in the neighborhood, and maybe to a nearby park. We do have a huge backyard for the area. Lots of room to run.

Location

Joshua, TX

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Pets

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Christina H.

Joshua, TX

5.0 out of 5 stars
•14 reviews