Cristina C.
Oaks, TX
We don't deserve dogs...
Pet care experience
We don't deserve dogs...but that'll never stop me from trying to be worthy of them. I've been an animal lover all my life. I have volunteered at no-kill shelters, petitioned for animal rights and have crossed 3 lanes of traffic to attempt to rescue a stray dog on numerous occasions. My family and friends know to come to me or to refer me to anyone who needs a sitter. My philosophy of taking care of their children is to treat them with the exact same care and love as their parents bestow upon them. Sometimes it's bad enough for them that you are gone for 8 hours a day leaving them to wonder why you keep disappearing for long hours. I'm sure it's the same feeling even if you're gone for just 5 minutes! But to leave them with a complete stranger might leave them even more confused. By creating the same environment and feel that they are used to receiving leads to trust that they are in good hands. I have volunteered many times since I was 13 to watch a friends dog while they were away on vacation for a week. It's never a hesitation and it's never a bother. I've stayed at their homes as well, usually with my own pup by my side, so theirs aren't completely alone for 23 hours and only seeing a human twice a day. I have experience in giving medication, pills and shots. If they need to play fetch for an hour a day, no problem! It's important to keep up their routine and I make sure it happens. As much as the idea of boarding a pup is convenient, it sometimes isn't a comfortable environment for them. I've had parents tell me their pup comes home even more anxious than they were before boarding. Unless it's for safety reasons, I wouldn't want to be left in a kennel for more than a minute myself. I try to only take in 1 client at a time, no more than 2 pets per client in my home, depending on their size. I may have a repeat client in need of my services and if I feel both animals will get along, I might consider hosting them at the same time. I have doggy gates throughout the home if separation is needed. I would not allow the environment to be stressful for my pup or yours.
Reviews
Thank you soo much for taking good care of Eva! Especially during the storm. We were worried. The updates were much appreciated.
Cristina is THE BEST. She kept me informed on how Alpha was doing and sent me some very cute photos of him that I saved and shared. She’s very professional and great with Alpha. I’ll definitely be using her again. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Cristina was THE GREATEST. She took great care of Alpha and I couldn’t have asked for more. She arrived on time everyday and performed excellent service. She was friendly and professional. I will definitely use her again in the future.🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Cristina exceeded expectations caring for our two dogs during our 10-day Christmas vacation abroad. Her exceptional communication, regular updates, and photos reassured us that our babies were in capable hands. Choose Cristina for a worry-free vacation!
About Cristina C.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I provide a home feel environment at my place. They're allowed in any room they're allowed to be in their own home. I have a fenced in yard but I don't leave any clients unattended. If they're a known escape artist, they will be on their lead at all times outside.
Home
Information Cristina C. would like to know about your pet
Is it OK to leave the dog alone no more than 4 hours if I have walks/Drop-Ins scheduled during their stay How is your dog with other dogs who have no interest in playing? If house sitting, is it OK to bring my chihuahua with me? Is your dog flea and tick free, and on preventatives? Is your dog up-to-date with their vaccinations and fecal tests have always been negative? Has your dog ever been diagnosed or been exposed to any illnesses such as gardia, parvo, kennel cough?
A typical day
I will follow your dogs lead on what they want to do that day. They all have different personalities, I trust that they know what they want to do, and won't be shy to speak up about it. If they want to play with toys and catch a ball, I have a yard to chase them around. If they want to be lazy and lounge all day, that's what we'll do, while I attempt to cuddle them. We will have at least 1 walk during the afternoon. If they enjoy car rides, we will cruise around town and maybe pick up a puppuccino (if they're allowed).
Services
Cristina can host
Cristina can watch in your home
Availability
This is my full-time job. I do have clients that I walk and check-in on weekly where I am gone up to 4 hours a day. Each day varies each week and but Tuesday is my busiest day.
About Cristina C.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I provide a home feel environment at my place. They're allowed in any room they're allowed to be in their own home. I have a fenced in yard but I don't leave any clients unattended. If they're a known escape artist, they will be on their lead at all times outside.
Home
Information Cristina C. would like to know about your pet
Is it OK to leave the dog alone no more than 4 hours if I have walks/Drop-Ins scheduled during their stay How is your dog with other dogs who have no interest in playing? If house sitting, is it OK to bring my chihuahua with me? Is your dog flea and tick free, and on preventatives? Is your dog up-to-date with their vaccinations and fecal tests have always been negative? Has your dog ever been diagnosed or been exposed to any illnesses such as gardia, parvo, kennel cough?
A typical day
I will follow your dogs lead on what they want to do that day. They all have different personalities, I trust that they know what they want to do, and won't be shy to speak up about it. If they want to play with toys and catch a ball, I have a yard to chase them around. If they want to be lazy and lounge all day, that's what we'll do, while I attempt to cuddle them. We will have at least 1 walk during the afternoon. If they enjoy car rides, we will cruise around town and maybe pick up a puppuccino (if they're allowed).
Location
Garland, TX
Pets
Cristina C.
Oaks, TX