Kalista T.
Mountain View, San Diego, CA
Services
Prices include all fees.
Kalista can care for
Availability
In February of 2024, I took a leap of faith and left my job to pursue Pet Sitting full time, allowing me more flexibility to spend time with my own dog, my family, and the animals of others. I do have an infant who is with me 99% of the time, so they will be with me during majority of bookings, however they will be worn on me the entire time with no unwanted interactions between your pet and baby.
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About Kalista T.
Communication
Dog skills
Safety, trust & environment
Your pet's safety and security is my main priority. I always make sure all doors and gates are properly locked and secured, per your instructions. If you wish, I'm also comfortable with kenneling your dog when they are unattended. When walking with a client's dog, I like to avoid interactions with unknown animals and humans. That being said, at your discretion, I will happily bring my own dog for a play date or walk if they would like more social interaction or guidance.
Information Kalista T. would like to know about your pet
I do ask for knowledge of pre-existing health conditions, including things like allergies, diabetes, nervousness, etc. so that I can better suit your dog or cat’s specific needs during our time together. PUPPIES: My puppy rates include promoting their current level of training and encouraging learning advancement through fun engagement, walks, and games, as well as following your preferred training method. This helps because, as not the primary care giver, the puppy is learning to truly associate words and signals with actions and events, not just the person saying them. I encourage you to share information with me about what your pup is working on or needs help with, and I can relay any helpful insight I have or notice.
A typical day
Depending on the animals health, I am happy to jog with them for small segments. I will happily take pups to the park or an enclosed area where we can play fetch, however I prefer to walk in close proximity to the animals home. PUPPIES: My puppy rates include promoting their current level of training and encouraging learning advancement through fun engagement, walks, and games, as well as following your preferred training method. This helps because, as not the primary care giver, the puppy is learning to truly associate words and signals with actions and events, not just the person saying them. I encourage you to share information with me about what your pup is working on or needs help with, and I can relay any helpful insight I have or notice.
Location
San Diego, CA
Pets
Adept w/Senior & Special Needs Pets
Pet care experience
The wellbeing and care of animals have been lifelong passions for me. As a certified veterinary assistant, I have training in emergency veterinary medicine as well as extensive experience administering both oral and injected medications. Over the past decade, I’ve worked with animals in many capacities—fostering kittens, rescuing and reuniting lost dogs, and continuously expanding my knowledge and skills. Most recently, I worked at a locally owned holistic pet food store, where I gained in-depth knowledge of pet nutrition, supplements, and a variety of diets—experience that now helps me confidently manage both simple and complex feeding routines. Before that, I was the lead yard attendant, primary groomer, and a dog trainer at a large doggy daycare. This role gave me hands-on experience with training tools, techniques, and animal behavior, allowing me to better understand and support pets of all temperaments and needs. Occasionally, my gentle one-year-old may accompany me on visits. She has grown up around animals—including our own 100lb dog—and has spent her life joining me on pet-sitting jobs. She is calm and respectful around pets, and I always ensure the safety and comfort of both the animals and my daughter are the highest priority.
Reviews
Kali is amazing! I always know my cats will be checked on and taken care of well. My cats have warmed up to her which makes me so happy! I highly recommend her!
This is the second time that I have scheduled Kalista and I will definitely continue to be a repeat customer! She gave me peace of mind that my cats were getting love and attention while I was away. She is able to follow directions with minimal extra communication from me while out of town. She is friendly and gives great communication during check-ins. My more shy cat comes out for her which makes me feel very comfortable and confident with her as my Rover sister!
Kalista is very warm and caring, and wonderful at responding to my dog’s needs!!!
Kali was amazing with my cats! She followed directions for getting into my apartment and gave great updates. I had no stress while I was away knowing that my cats were being well taken care of. She even got my more shy cat to come out and play so that was so nice to see! I will definitely be using her for future sitting!
About Kalista T.
Communication
Dog skills
Safety, trust & environment
Your pet's safety and security is my main priority. I always make sure all doors and gates are properly locked and secured, per your instructions. If you wish, I'm also comfortable with kenneling your dog when they are unattended. When walking with a client's dog, I like to avoid interactions with unknown animals and humans. That being said, at your discretion, I will happily bring my own dog for a play date or walk if they would like more social interaction or guidance.
Information Kalista T. would like to know about your pet
I do ask for knowledge of pre-existing health conditions, including things like allergies, diabetes, nervousness, etc. so that I can better suit your dog or cat’s specific needs during our time together. PUPPIES: My puppy rates include promoting their current level of training and encouraging learning advancement through fun engagement, walks, and games, as well as following your preferred training method. This helps because, as not the primary care giver, the puppy is learning to truly associate words and signals with actions and events, not just the person saying them. I encourage you to share information with me about what your pup is working on or needs help with, and I can relay any helpful insight I have or notice.
A typical day
Depending on the animals health, I am happy to jog with them for small segments. I will happily take pups to the park or an enclosed area where we can play fetch, however I prefer to walk in close proximity to the animals home. PUPPIES: My puppy rates include promoting their current level of training and encouraging learning advancement through fun engagement, walks, and games, as well as following your preferred training method. This helps because, as not the primary care giver, the puppy is learning to truly associate words and signals with actions and events, not just the person saying them. I encourage you to share information with me about what your pup is working on or needs help with, and I can relay any helpful insight I have or notice.
Kalista T.
Mountain View, San Diego, CA