Kalista & Dontae C.
Wheaton, IL
Services
Kalista & Dontae can host
Kalista & Dontae can care for
Availability
I am technically unemployed, meaning my routine can be adjusted to fit the needs of the dogs I am caring for. My usual routines are driving kids to and from school or taking them and our puppy on outdoor adventures (walking, fishing, swimming, etc) that would easily be able to include your own dog! We also recently lost our high needs senior dog last March, which has left us with a lot of extra time to love on another pup. It leaves a lot of flexibility for anyone with a wonky schedule or a 9-5 that needs care during normal working hours.
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About Kalista & Dontae C.
Communication
Dog skills
Safety, trust & environment
I am currently a caregiver for my 7 year old epileptic brother who would be home outside of school and most weekdays during sitting, which means that any dogs I board should be comfortable with respectful kids. I also have a 2 year old friendly white pittie and small senior chihuahua mix that would give your dog someone to play with! If your dog does need to be the only dog, I would be able to sit rather than board at my own home for their comfort, as I am unable to offer boarding without my dogs being home. Outside of driving my brother to and from school or the occasional doctor's appointment, I am typically pretty available outside of my puppy's training schedule which I am able to adjust as needed. I offer enrichment, am able to crate, and have a long line on our patio with a plethora of toys from balls to a flirt pole for outdoor play. We also live in a complex with two built in dog parks that I use when empty, which I would be able to bring your dog to with or without my own. I am able to do training, enrichment, medication administration, meals, outdoor time, and provide walks as needed and to the degree your animal needs. I also have experience in caring for both ill and healthy exotic animals should you have any other pets in your home that need care.
Home
Information Kalista & Dontae C. would like to know about your pet
Please let me know any dietary or physical limitations your dog may have, as well as any medications needing to be administered. If your dog has any reactivity, especially to strangers or children, please let me know the triggers so that I can try to navigate them with full awareness and warn my family. If you wish to have your dog groomed/brushed out, please let me know if they have any issues with certain body parts being touched, ears/teeth being cleaned, or a fear/dislike of the dryer so that I can adjust my methods to accommodate. I have no preference for breed/size/etc, but do wish to be fully informed upfront so that they can be as comfortable as possible.
A typical day
Our day usually consists of a few hours either at a sniff spot or our local forest preserve, tons of puzzles and enrichment activities, structured naps depending on dog age, and finishing out with some relaxing on our patio on a long line. My puppy currently loves playing/fetching from bodies of water and his flirt pole which we try to do at least one of them daily as an outlet. We always have stuffed and frozen kongs, food puzzles, and snuffle mats on hand to also make meal time a bit more fun.
Location
Wheaton, IL
Pets
Lifelong Animal Lover Seeking Work
Pet care experience
I have owned and cared for dogs, assisting in training and grooming, my entire life. I worked in a grooming parlor throughout high school and have owned a number of animals both domestic and exotic since childhood, including cats, dogs, reptiles, and fish. I am currently training my youngest dog as my service dog for a newly discovered dysautonomic condition, which has given me a plethora of knowledge outside of the basic obedience training I have provided the dogs in my care my entire life. I am experienced in medication administration, senior care, dietary restrictions/allergies, and am familiar with behavioral issues stemming from insecurity or severe anxiety, giving me great attention to dog behavior and body language. I am also able to do a basic full body groom for dogs including paw pads, nails, teeth, and ears from home, limited to dogs requiring only brush outs and not actual haircuts for their breed. With my experience in pet anxiety, particularly separation, I am also very attentive to enrichment for the dogs I care for, ensuring they are mentally and physically stimulated to avoid any destructive behaviors from boredom. I am also a beginner to dog sports, something I am exploring the different forms of with my current dogs to see which sport they thrive in and enjoy.
Reviews
What a nice experience for my rather large rambunctious dog, Dekker. Kalista and family were great and Dekker got along really well with their pit mix! It was like Dekker had a play date that lasted for several days. Highly recommend. I will be using them again, that’s for sure!
I had Kalista watch my darling dog astrid and she was the perfect caregiver every time. Every meal was on time and she was walked along her schedule everyday. a 5 star experience all the way.
About Kalista & Dontae C.
Communication
Dog skills
Safety, trust & environment
I am currently a caregiver for my 7 year old epileptic brother who would be home outside of school and most weekdays during sitting, which means that any dogs I board should be comfortable with respectful kids. I also have a 2 year old friendly white pittie and small senior chihuahua mix that would give your dog someone to play with! If your dog does need to be the only dog, I would be able to sit rather than board at my own home for their comfort, as I am unable to offer boarding without my dogs being home. Outside of driving my brother to and from school or the occasional doctor's appointment, I am typically pretty available outside of my puppy's training schedule which I am able to adjust as needed. I offer enrichment, am able to crate, and have a long line on our patio with a plethora of toys from balls to a flirt pole for outdoor play. We also live in a complex with two built in dog parks that I use when empty, which I would be able to bring your dog to with or without my own. I am able to do training, enrichment, medication administration, meals, outdoor time, and provide walks as needed and to the degree your animal needs. I also have experience in caring for both ill and healthy exotic animals should you have any other pets in your home that need care.
Home
Information Kalista & Dontae C. would like to know about your pet
Please let me know any dietary or physical limitations your dog may have, as well as any medications needing to be administered. If your dog has any reactivity, especially to strangers or children, please let me know the triggers so that I can try to navigate them with full awareness and warn my family. If you wish to have your dog groomed/brushed out, please let me know if they have any issues with certain body parts being touched, ears/teeth being cleaned, or a fear/dislike of the dryer so that I can adjust my methods to accommodate. I have no preference for breed/size/etc, but do wish to be fully informed upfront so that they can be as comfortable as possible.
A typical day
Our day usually consists of a few hours either at a sniff spot or our local forest preserve, tons of puzzles and enrichment activities, structured naps depending on dog age, and finishing out with some relaxing on our patio on a long line. My puppy currently loves playing/fetching from bodies of water and his flirt pole which we try to do at least one of them daily as an outlet. We always have stuffed and frozen kongs, food puzzles, and snuffle mats on hand to also make meal time a bit more fun.
Kalista & Dontae C.
Wheaton, IL