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Christine A.

Norwood Park, IL

7 reviews
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Animal lover with flexible hours!

Pet care experience

Hi! I would honor to be entrusted to care for your family member. I'm 34 and have been caring for pets (mine and others) my whole life. I grew up with dogs, cats, fire-bellied toads, mice, birds, and pigs (I am sure I am forgetting others), so I have a wide knowledge of animal care and temperament. I do not shy away from cleaning up anything! I grew up with an incontinent Cocker Spaniel, so pee, poop, vomit, spit up, etc. do not phase me one bit. I respect that each animal's needs are different, and that I am new in their home, so I let them advise of their energy and trust levels when we first meet, and I respond accordingly. I have experience from timid, don't-touch-me pets to energetic, jumping dogs. I don't shy away from any temperament. Aside from my personal experience with caring for my own and other's pets, my first job ever at the age of 12 was walking dogs in my neighborhood, and that turned into a full-fledged pet sitting business when I was in high school and college. I do rescue transport for Chicago Animal Care and Control. I worked in pet insurance in a dog-friendly office (it was the best). I watch several of my friend's animals with regularity, both in house pet sitting or at my own home, as well as drop in visits to feed, do some light cleaning, play, change litter, etc. I work full time during the week days, but I have flexibility to work from home whenever I want. I also work from home at least one day each week (it is usually Mondays, but can be changed if need be). I also am free evenings and weekends. I also have my own car, so driving to you is not a problem. I am punctual and I take caring for your animals very seriously. I am open to whatever your needs are. Your (small) animal can stay with me, or I can come to your home, where they may be more comfortable. My home is quiet and smoke free. I do have a cat, but she only comes out when I'm the only one home, so she will leave any other pets alone. I am experienced in bottle feeding and administering medication to animals, so you will not have to worry if you need to leave your sick or injured animal in my care. I do not have kids (by choice; honestly, it's so I can have as many dogs and animals as I want someday), so my time and energy will be completely focused on your animal and their care.

Reviews

Alex B.
Jun 27, 2022

Christine is absolutely phenomenal with my boy, Jetpack. She cares for him as if he were her own dog and honestly probably treats him better than I do haha. She is an amazing pet sitter and I fully trust her with my baby.

Gina V.
Jun 23, 2022

Christine is an absolutely amazing responsible person who adores animals. She has always been punctual, affectionate and helpful with mine. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone that wants an amazing pet care experience!

Alisha A.
Jun 23, 2022

Christine is not just someone who watches/walks your pet. She truly cares about them and treats them as her own. There is not a more kind, attentive and gentle person than Christine. I have left my doggo with her numerous times and I still remember the feeling of security she gave me on the very first day! You can truly tell that Christine is an animal lover and will go above and beyond to care for your pups!

Ewa D.
Jun 23, 2022

I've know Christine for many years. She is one of the most responsible people I know. She is also very friendly caring and kind. I would trust her with my pets AND children.

About Christine A.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour

Skills

25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, has cats
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

Information Christine A. would like to know about your pet

I am flexible with all dog's needs and temperaments. I don't shy away from cleaning your dog, cleaning up any sort of mess (pee/poo/vomit do not phase me!!).

A typical day

Your dog will have a well-rounded experience with me! I like to walk but switch up the routes, check out new parks and dog-friendly areas like off leash areas, patios, and coffee shops (subject to owner preference!), play games (I am an ace at the Chuckit), and smell all the smells! I walk at your dog's pace and will not pull them along. We go wherever the nose takes us!

Services

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

Christine can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old

Christine can watch in your home

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

About Christine A.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour

Skills

25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, has cats
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

Information Christine A. would like to know about your pet

I am flexible with all dog's needs and temperaments. I don't shy away from cleaning your dog, cleaning up any sort of mess (pee/poo/vomit do not phase me!!).

A typical day

Your dog will have a well-rounded experience with me! I like to walk but switch up the routes, check out new parks and dog-friendly areas like off leash areas, patios, and coffee shops (subject to owner preference!), play games (I am an ace at the Chuckit), and smell all the smells! I walk at your dog's pace and will not pull them along. We go wherever the nose takes us!

Location

Chicago, IL

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Christine A.

Norwood Park, IL

7 reviews