Christina S.
Bridlemile, OR
Responsible, Reliable, & Relateable
Pet care experience
I've had pets my entire life since I was a child: dogs, cats, rabbits, birds, & even snakes and lizards. I love all animals and enjoy connecting & taking care of them. I am usually very good at being tuned in with animals and feel very comfortable with them, and them with me. I've raised and trained several pets in my lifetime, so I'm familiar with what that takes. I'm also a relatively strong and physically active person, so I'm comfortable with larger dogs, and can handle taking them on walks, even if they tend to be high energy. I'm also comfortable with being assertive when needed. The combination of my love for animals and my good communication and people skills, along with being responsible, respectful, reliable, and trust worthy is what make me great for this type of work. Since I also love to travel, I understand the stress of leaving your home and your pets behind when you need to leave. My goal is to help make you feel as easeful as possible, and give you confidence knowing that you've left things in good hands and in safe care.
Reviews
Christina was great! Zack is an older dog and is very shy around new people, it takes time to get him to trust you, Christina was so patient with him and let him come around on his own time. I would definitely recommend Christina to watch your fur baby and will definitely be booking her again!
Christina was wonderful with our pup! Very calm and welcoming demeanor, the perfect match to manage our very energetic puppy. Rigby bonded with her in a short time. We appreciated that she was on time and available for a pre greet. Will be booking with her again!
Christina S. cancelled a booking 2 days before it was scheduled to begin.
Christina was wonderful to our two dogs! She clearly has a lot of experience working with animals and followed our dog’s routines to keep things as consistent as possible while we were out of town. She sent daily updates and pictures, and our dogs seemed so relaxed and happy when we returned. I highly recommend Christina!
About Christina S.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I like to make a personal connection with the pet and pet owner, and want both you & your companion to feel as comfortable and safe as possible while you're separated from each other. I appreciate specific instructions and understanding your pet's routine and needs, and will do everything in my power to make the experience for both of you as seamless and as easeful as possible.
Information Christina S. would like to know about your pet
Whether a dog has any special needs, health or behavioral issues, or has any aggressive behaviors. Also, it would be good know their age, breed, and the basics of their lifestyle and routine, and any personality characteristics that would be good to know.
A typical day
I like to be very engaged with the animals....since I work from home (or from the housesit), it's easy for me to there and help keep them from feeling lonely or abandoned. I will talk to your pets, pet them or cuddle with them if they're into that sorta thing, and definitely plenty of play time, and daily or sometimes multiple walks or easy-going jogs per day.
Services
Christina can watch in your home
Availability
I work online for myself & I do a lot of traveling myself for part of the year. I love new experiences and am very adaptable, so this is a great way to supplement my income, live a more travel oriented lifestyle, and let's me help pet owners in need and spend more time with animals.
About Christina S.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I like to make a personal connection with the pet and pet owner, and want both you & your companion to feel as comfortable and safe as possible while you're separated from each other. I appreciate specific instructions and understanding your pet's routine and needs, and will do everything in my power to make the experience for both of you as seamless and as easeful as possible.
Information Christina S. would like to know about your pet
Whether a dog has any special needs, health or behavioral issues, or has any aggressive behaviors. Also, it would be good know their age, breed, and the basics of their lifestyle and routine, and any personality characteristics that would be good to know.
A typical day
I like to be very engaged with the animals....since I work from home (or from the housesit), it's easy for me to there and help keep them from feeling lonely or abandoned. I will talk to your pets, pet them or cuddle with them if they're into that sorta thing, and definitely plenty of play time, and daily or sometimes multiple walks or easy-going jogs per day.
Location
Portland, OR
Christina S.
Bridlemile, OR