Karissa B.
Seattle, WA
Animal Lover and Student at SPU!
Pet care experience
I have taken care of my dogs and neighbor's/families' cats and dogs for a while. I've been relied on to stop by people's houses while they are away to check in on their pets and make sure they are having their needs met and get some love!
Reviews
Karissa did a great job taking care of our two guinea pigs for a week - appreciated the twice-daily visits to our house and easy communication back-and-forth!
Thanks Karissa for being so sweet and patient with my dog! Really appreciate it!
A big big thank you to Karissa for being so amazing with my huge Malamute dog. she’s the sweetest and most patient sitter ever. I was running late, but she totally rolled with it and stayed a bit longer to make sure Tanuki was good. Plus, she kept me updated with his pics. Thanks a bunch for taking such great care of him! Tanuki was absolutely delighted to stay with her!
I have hired Karissa many times to be my pet sitter while I've been gone. In fact, I schedule my trips around when Karissa will be available to take care of my cat! Knowing that Karissa is caring for her really allows me to relax and enjoy my time away, instead of worrying about how well Tabby is being taken care of. Karissa's work goes far beyond just checking to see if Tabby has enough food and water. Karissa follows my written instructions carefully. She has learned how Tabby likes to play, and she spends much of her time interacting with her in the cat's favorite ways. Karissa sends me texts and videos while I'm gone, so I can see that Tabby is doing well and having fun. When I return, Tabby is always calm and happy, so I know she has been well cared for and has received lots of attention while I was away. Karissa even visits Tabby at other times than when I'm gone, to stay connected and because she enjoys interacting with her. In addition to taking excellent care of Tabby, Karissa is very trustworthy in my home, and she is also careful in locking up when she leaves. Karissa knows that Tabby would love to escape when she has the opportunity, so Karissa is very careful to guard doorways when she comes and goes. Karissa is truly an exceptional pet sitter, and Tabby and I are extremely fortunate to have her as part of our lives!
About Karissa B.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I do not have a way of hosting pets in my dorm, but in my client's home I make sure to play with the pets often to keep them happy and engaged. I follow all directions for care precisely and make sure to be checking in on the pets and their welfare.
Information Karissa B. would like to know about your pet
Please let me know about your pets general attitudes towards playtime and how lonely they can get. Any visual or verbal cues I can look for to to better understand your dog’s behavior would be greatly appreciated.
A typical day
I love for dogs to be able to get their energy out safely and in different ways every time! This can be by going on a walk, playing with chew toys, giving lots of quick pets and getting them excited, playing bird and squirrel videos for them!
Services
Karissa can watch in your home
Availability
I am a full-time student at Seattle Pacific University, but I am done with classes after noon, so I am flexible with any time after that to drive over and help with your pet needs! I am also free on weekends.
About Karissa B.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I do not have a way of hosting pets in my dorm, but in my client's home I make sure to play with the pets often to keep them happy and engaged. I follow all directions for care precisely and make sure to be checking in on the pets and their welfare.
Information Karissa B. would like to know about your pet
Please let me know about your pets general attitudes towards playtime and how lonely they can get. Any visual or verbal cues I can look for to to better understand your dog’s behavior would be greatly appreciated.
A typical day
I love for dogs to be able to get their energy out safely and in different ways every time! This can be by going on a walk, playing with chew toys, giving lots of quick pets and getting them excited, playing bird and squirrel videos for them!
Location
Seattle, WA
Pets
Karissa B.
Seattle, WA