Christine J.
West Saint Paul, MN
Services
Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.
Christine can care for
Availability
I'm semi-retired and have a very flexible schedule. I'm in the North Metro but I occasionally drive for Lyft, so I'm familiar with the Twin Cities in general. I'm an early riser so if your dog is as well - that's fine with me!
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About Christine J.
Communication
Dog skills
Safety, trust & environment
The dogs I've cared for get several walks per day - or ball tosses if there is a fenced in yard. For those dogs who get along with others, we love the dog park. We make sure to go potty before bedtime! My dogs get two meals per day - but if yours get three meals, that's fine too. I've taken care of dogs who need daily pills and those which are in heat. I don't need much when staying at your home other than internet. I bring my own food. I prefer longer stays rather than short ones so I can learn the dog's routine.
Information Christine J. would like to know about your pet
I'd like to know your dog's habits so I can be consistent with what you normally do. Does your dog sleep at night in a kennel or with you in bed? Does your dog protect his/her food? Is your dog reactive to other dogs?
A typical day
Walks are great for mental stimulation - all those smells! For exercise, I am a ball thrower but will also engage of tug of war. I like to do what the dog likes to do. One dog I sit for will play fetch with a ball for literally hours. Another dog will fetch 3 times and call it quits. What I do with your dog depends on your dog.
Location
West Saint Paul, MN
Grandma gives great care
Pet care experience
I've been a dog owner for 40 years, and was a foster for a few years for MARS. Although I specialize in German Shepherds, I have taken care of just about every type of dog. My housemate, where I currently live, has 2 rescues - one is a lab/Pitbull mix. The other is a Chihuahua/Jack Russell mix. I also dog sit regularly for my daughter's dog (rescue Pitbull mix) and my son's dog (Belgian Malinois). If I have a special skill I guess it would be that I understand rescues.
Cat care experience
Christine also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Reviews
Christine did an excellent job caring for our two dogs and house. We were greatful she was willing to house/dog sit for us when we had a last minute family emergency pop up.
Chris was a fantastic dog sitter. We have a large GSD and a smaller dog that she handled beautifully! I’m happy to be a reference for inquiries.
Check is does an awesome job! She has dog sat our two dogs twice. They absolutely love her and were so excited to see her when she came back a second time. She followed all our instructions carefully and was a delight to work with. Thank you Chris, from Stormy and Croix
Christine was very good with our 2 dogs and cat. While staying in our home, she left it clean and cared for it as if it were her own. Definitely will call again.
About Christine J.
Communication
Dog skills
Safety, trust & environment
The dogs I've cared for get several walks per day - or ball tosses if there is a fenced in yard. For those dogs who get along with others, we love the dog park. We make sure to go potty before bedtime! My dogs get two meals per day - but if yours get three meals, that's fine too. I've taken care of dogs who need daily pills and those which are in heat. I don't need much when staying at your home other than internet. I bring my own food. I prefer longer stays rather than short ones so I can learn the dog's routine.
Information Christine J. would like to know about your pet
I'd like to know your dog's habits so I can be consistent with what you normally do. Does your dog sleep at night in a kennel or with you in bed? Does your dog protect his/her food? Is your dog reactive to other dogs?
A typical day
Walks are great for mental stimulation - all those smells! For exercise, I am a ball thrower but will also engage of tug of war. I like to do what the dog likes to do. One dog I sit for will play fetch with a ball for literally hours. Another dog will fetch 3 times and call it quits. What I do with your dog depends on your dog.
Christine J.
West Saint Paul, MN