Cristina C.
West Chicago, IL
Services
Cristina can care for
Availability
I am an adjunct instructor. My classes don't reume until September 22nd, so right now, I am available every day. After that, I only will only teach two classes, so I'll have quite a flexible schedule to sit for animals with availability every afternoon and 3 full days a week.
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About Cristina C.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I am highly skilled at reading animal body language. The most important thing in keeping animals safe and calm is to determine how they're feeling in order to provide what they need--whether it's space, food, play or something more serious like medical attention. I make sure every animal has a corner of his/her own to take time needed privacy or R&R. I make sure animals in my care have plenty of opportunities to play, are stimulated, cuddled (if that's what they like), fed a healthy diet and feel like a part of the family.
Information Cristina C. would like to know about your pet
Please let me know what your pet needs. Whether it's a special diet, a slower pace, some extra cuddles, a messy clean up, or the adminiatration of meds, I'm experienced in making sure those in my care get exactly what they need to maintain their physical and emotional well-being.
A typical day
Never a dull moment. Your furry friend will have plenty of everything they need with me. I provide loads of opportunities for good sniffs, exercise, affection (if your pet enjoys it), and the well-timed treat. I love to play, so I turn every opportunity into a game. Your pet will be well stimulated whether we're out in the backyard, out for a walk, or spending a few hours together at home.
Location
West Chicago, IL
Pets
Sniffari Tours Daily
Pet care experience
I bring a teacher’s touch to caring for your pup! As a former elementary school teacher, I’ve got loads of experience in behavior management, patience, and creative problem-solving. Whether it’s helping a shy pet feel safe or channeling a high-energy pup’s zoomies into a fun game, I know how to keep things running smoothly (and joyfully!). I’m also a bit of a pet-training enthusiast. I’ve even taught my cats to use pet doors and hang out with me unleashed while I garden—basically, I’ve turned them into honorary dogs! They’re super social and cuddly because I believe every animal deserves love, enrichment, and positive interactions. I absolutely LOVE dogs, but we're currently at our max pet capacity. So, I pour my animal affection into my kitties and helping others by volunteering at the DuPage animal shelter, where I get to meet all kinds of amazing furry friends. I've also recently taken on raising and releasing monarchs in an effort to restore the dwindling population. Our garden is a designated Monarch Way Station. I've tagged and released hundreds of monarch butterflies over the last 3 summers. In short, I combine my teaching skills, training know-how, and pure love for animals to give pets—and their people—a fun, safe, and worry-free experience!
Cat care experience
Cristina also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Reviews
Cristina took excellent care of our dog and two cats over a weekend. She communicated after every visit and gave our pets lots of love. I highly recommend Christina as a pet sitter!
Cristina was reliable, always showed up on time, and took good basic care of my cats while I was away. She even offered to return for an extra visit (for no charge) when her schedule shifted. My cats were safe and fine when I returned home. That said, I tend to be very detail-oriented with pet care instructions, and I did notice some smaller things that I would have preferred be handled more carefully (cleanliness around the litter boxes, returning things to how I left them, etc.). Communication during visits was also fairly brief compared to what I’m used to from my regular sitter. Overall, I’d describe the experience as adequate and dependable, though perhaps not the best fit for owners who prefer very meticulous updates and instruction-following.
Christina is awesome! She is super sweet and was great with our three cats. She updated us with great pictures and even videos. I would definitely book with Christina again, we were in good hands!
Cristina takes such good care of our dogs and proactively communicates with us regarding their care. I highly recommend her services.
About Cristina C.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I am highly skilled at reading animal body language. The most important thing in keeping animals safe and calm is to determine how they're feeling in order to provide what they need--whether it's space, food, play or something more serious like medical attention. I make sure every animal has a corner of his/her own to take time needed privacy or R&R. I make sure animals in my care have plenty of opportunities to play, are stimulated, cuddled (if that's what they like), fed a healthy diet and feel like a part of the family.
Information Cristina C. would like to know about your pet
Please let me know what your pet needs. Whether it's a special diet, a slower pace, some extra cuddles, a messy clean up, or the adminiatration of meds, I'm experienced in making sure those in my care get exactly what they need to maintain their physical and emotional well-being.
A typical day
Never a dull moment. Your furry friend will have plenty of everything they need with me. I provide loads of opportunities for good sniffs, exercise, affection (if your pet enjoys it), and the well-timed treat. I love to play, so I turn every opportunity into a game. Your pet will be well stimulated whether we're out in the backyard, out for a walk, or spending a few hours together at home.
Cristina C.
West Chicago, IL