Crystal R.
Costa Mesa, CA
Foster 🐾 | professional dog lover
Pet care experience
Growing up with pets, my parents taught me responsibility for animals at a young age. I have taken care of neighbors, friends, and family's dogs which has included walking, bathing, feeding, playing, and overall care for their well-being. I also am a foster dog mom with the Labelle Foundation, an animal rescue based out of LA. I love living so close to back bay trail where I love to take my fosters and dogsitting pups for walks, as well as the local dog park to play with other doggy friends.
Reviews
Crystal watched two of my pups a
Crystal watched my beloved pups for a weekend & took such good care of them. She was so great about sending pictures and little updates throughout the weekend. She took the dogs on a little hike at a trail near her house and loved them like her own. They had a great time with Crystal and we will definitely be having her watch them again.
Crystal is fantastic! Mulligan loves it when she watches him! She does a great job of following up with me and letting me know how Mulligan is doing and sends photos of their daily activities. It could include anything from scenic walks to cuddling on the couch watching TV. I know that Mulligan is in good hands and well taken care of and that puts me at ease when I leave him with her.
Crystal has watched our dog, Stanley, while we have gone out of town twice. She has gone ABOVE AND BEYOND to ensure that Stan is safe and cared for. He has epilepsy, so Crystal has administered his medication, nurtured him after having a seizure, and even dropped all of her plans to drive him to the vet when he needed additional care. We also appreciated that she regularly sent photos of him and updates while we were away. There’s no one we trust more to watch our beloved Stan! Stan is also so excited when he is reunited with Auntie Crystal.
About Crystal R.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I care for pets in my home by making sure they are fed and hydrated throughout the day. While I work or study, the pets are welcome to hang out outside or cuddle up next to me if they are comfortable. I always make sure to follow any special instructions given by the pup's parents. I take them on walks daily and sometimes even to the dog park for play time if they get along well with other pups.
Home
Information Crystal R. would like to know about your pet
Let me know if your dog has any special needs or behaviors I should know about beforehand. We love all dogs in our home, but have experience with mainly smaller-medium dog breeds.
A typical day
I love taking the dogs I get to care for (whether dogsitting or fostering) on walks to Back Bay trail. I’ve found that the dogs love it too! I usually try and take the dogs on walks twice a day. During the day a shorter walk, and in the evening hours a longer walk (up to 3 miles depending on the pup). I like to keep my dogs on a routine as I’ve found that is helpful to their overall comfort and well-being in our home, especially while adjusting to a new environment.
Services
Crystal can host
Crystal can watch in your home
Availability
I am able to care for the pet throughout the day, taking them on walks, to the dog park, and even a Starbucks run for a puppacino (if pawrents allow :)) I have a fenced yard which pets can also access throughout the day.
About Crystal R.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I care for pets in my home by making sure they are fed and hydrated throughout the day. While I work or study, the pets are welcome to hang out outside or cuddle up next to me if they are comfortable. I always make sure to follow any special instructions given by the pup's parents. I take them on walks daily and sometimes even to the dog park for play time if they get along well with other pups.
Home
Information Crystal R. would like to know about your pet
Let me know if your dog has any special needs or behaviors I should know about beforehand. We love all dogs in our home, but have experience with mainly smaller-medium dog breeds.
A typical day
I love taking the dogs I get to care for (whether dogsitting or fostering) on walks to Back Bay trail. I’ve found that the dogs love it too! I usually try and take the dogs on walks twice a day. During the day a shorter walk, and in the evening hours a longer walk (up to 3 miles depending on the pup). I like to keep my dogs on a routine as I’ve found that is helpful to their overall comfort and well-being in our home, especially while adjusting to a new environment.
Location
Costa Mesa, CA
Crystal R.
Costa Mesa, CA