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Christine V.

5.0 out of 5 stars
3 repeat clients
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Christine V.

5.0 out of 5 stars
3 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $22 per visit

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.

Highlights

Basic background check
15 years of experience
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Epic adventures. Daily Boops.

What really sets me apart is my genuine love for animals of all shapes, sizes, and personalities. Through my volunteer work with rescue organizations, humane societies, and wildlife rehabilitation centers, I've learned to connect with pets who might be shy, anxious, or just need a little extra patience. I'm especially comfortable with senior pet care (thanks to my own elderly cats), medication administration, and working with special needs animals. My late staffie rescue taught me that the most misunderstood dogs often make the most loyal companions, so I have a real soft spot for bully breeds and "difficult" cases. I've also got experience with puppy energy management – I can tire out even the most determined zoomie sessions! Friends joke that I'm a "cat whisperer," though I'll admit one particularly stubborn feline took me 15 years to win over. Whether your pet needs gentle senior care, high-energy adventures, or just someone who won't blink at their quirky habits, I'm here for it. No creature is too unusual – I've cared for everything from traditional pets to more exotic companions!

Qualifications

3 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
15 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

I believe every pet deserves to feel safe and loved while you're away. I'm experienced with administering medications, maintaining routines, and reading those subtle pet signals that tell you when something's not quite right. My own little crew includes two senior cats (14 and 17) and a wonderfully patient yellow lab who's basically a gentleman and a scholar. One of my cats has special needs, so I'm comfortable with medical care and know how important consistency is for our furry family members.

Ratings and reviews

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13 ratings
Suzette S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • sept. 30, 2025

Christine was great with my fur babies Gigi and Ziggy. I will be booking with her again.

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Chris M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • sept. 19, 2025

Christine has been amazing. I recently got a puppy and needed some help while I was at work, coming multiple times during the day. She has been so good with the puppy and the rest of my animals. Christine even takes Oliver on trips to the coffee house and has been teaching him tricks

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Andrea W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • sept. 05, 2025

Christine did a wonderful job taking care of my dogs! I appreciated her clear communication and the great photos she took! My dogs loved her!

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Jane A.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • août 17, 2025

One word to describe Christine and that is AWESOME. She took care of my 4 month old puppy for my first time leaving her and she nailed it. She kept me updated with the cutest photos and I could tell right away she was loving and caring for my little girl. She even helped with training as we are in a puppy class. I will use Christine in all my future pet sitting needs as long as she is available, as I hope she always is for me.

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Amanda G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • janv. 28, 2018

Christine did an amazing job walking Charley! She provided pics, updates and rover cards. He loved her and we will definitely book with her again.

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Megan G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • janv. 28, 2018

Chris filled in while my usual walker was on vacation & she did awesome! Sent me a cute picture of my pup & everything. Definitely will be the person I go to next time my usual walkers on vacation again!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

After leaving academia to pursue my passion for writing and art, I've discovered the joy of a flexible schedule. I spend most of my time outdoors anyway (turns out fresh air is much better for creativity than stuffy lecture halls), so having some four-legged companions along for the adventure sounds like a no-brainer. Plus, I've learned that pet adventures are the perfect antidote to writer's block.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Christine can host up to 3 drop-ins per day
I'd love to hear all about your pet's personality, preferences, and any special considerations! I've been lucky enough to work with animals through various rescue organizations, so I'm comfortable with all sorts of quirks and needs. I have a soft spot for bully breeds (my late rescue pup taught me just how sweet they can be), but honestly, I'm happy with any creature – cats, dogs big and small, even the more exotic pets like birds or reptiles. The only animal that's ever given me trouble is my best friend's cat, and after 15 years, we're finally making progress!
These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.

Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.