Karissa H.
Walnut Springs, TX
Services
Karissa can host
Karissa can care for
Availability
I am self-employed and work remotely, so I can arrange my schedule as needed for services. I can work anywhere I have wi-fi! I'm also able to leave the house spur-of-the-moment for last-minute bookings. I do have a cardiac alert & mobility assistance service dog, so if he's allowed to come house-sit with me, just let me know. If not, he will happily stay at home with my husband. If he's with me during drop-ins, he stays in the truck for everyone's safety, so no need to worry about that!
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About Karissa H.
Communication
Dog skills
Cat skills
Safety, trust & environment
I treat anyone’s pets better than my own to ensure top care! I am used to intricate feeding/medication schedules for all types of animals. My husband and I rent a house on a cattle ranch. We have a large fenced-in yard away from livestock and our horses. We have doggy gates throughout our home, so if dogs need to be separated during feeding, sleeping, etc. I am able to do that. I have dog crates available (large & small), if you don't want to bring your own. If I come to your home, I will follow any and all expectations and follow-up if something is unclear. I want my visits to be as close to what your pets are used to. I only board dogs from one household at a time, so you don't need to worry about your dogs being with any other dogs but our 2.
Home
Information Karissa H. would like to know about your pet
Please inform me about any medications, food, odd/quirky behaviors, etc. I will accommodate anything the best I can to insure your pup is the happiest at our house. We have all sized dog crates as well if your pup needs to or prefers to be crated for any reason during the day.
A typical day
Depending on how active the dog is, I will play fetch, go for walks/hikes, swim, etc. I have a few favorite hiking/biking trails in the area that I love! If your dog loves to hike, I have access to 13 miles of trails on the ranch where my husband and I rent as well as a fenced in yard and 4-acre horse pasture to run around in. If it's hot out, we have dog pools and a sprinkler for them to play in.
Location
Walnut Springs, TX
Pets
14 yrs pet/house-sitting experience
Pet care experience
***Updated 01/06/2025 I was born/raised with large dogs. I have experience from puppy-aged to senior dog-aged. I have 25+ years experience with equine/farm stock. I’ve been pet/farm/house-sitting for 13 years. Have puppy/dog training experience, including rescue/abused dogs. I’ve cared for multiple animals including, but not limited to: dogs, cats, horses, donkeys, pigs, chickens, ducks, goats, sheep, and cattle, rats, mice, and Guinea pigs.
Cat care experience
Karissa also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Reviews
Karissa is an energetic, caring person. I always rely on her opinions, observations and follow up for my pups. She is prompt and follows instructions to the tee. Highly recommended! 🐾🐾
Karissa was amazing, my dogs absolutely loved her. She was easy to work with and I will be using her again. Cannot recommend enough.
Karissa is amazing. She had the energy to keep my shepherd pup busy and out of trouble. Both of my dogs seem to think she is their new bestie.
Karissa was great. My 3 yr. old doesn’t like anyone new, and loved her. She was able to handle the 10 mo. old puppy and the 9 yr. old. and my 2 cats. Will be calling her again.
About Karissa H.
Communication
Dog skills
Cat skills
Safety, trust & environment
I treat anyone’s pets better than my own to ensure top care! I am used to intricate feeding/medication schedules for all types of animals. My husband and I rent a house on a cattle ranch. We have a large fenced-in yard away from livestock and our horses. We have doggy gates throughout our home, so if dogs need to be separated during feeding, sleeping, etc. I am able to do that. I have dog crates available (large & small), if you don't want to bring your own. If I come to your home, I will follow any and all expectations and follow-up if something is unclear. I want my visits to be as close to what your pets are used to. I only board dogs from one household at a time, so you don't need to worry about your dogs being with any other dogs but our 2.
Home
Information Karissa H. would like to know about your pet
Please inform me about any medications, food, odd/quirky behaviors, etc. I will accommodate anything the best I can to insure your pup is the happiest at our house. We have all sized dog crates as well if your pup needs to or prefers to be crated for any reason during the day.
A typical day
Depending on how active the dog is, I will play fetch, go for walks/hikes, swim, etc. I have a few favorite hiking/biking trails in the area that I love! If your dog loves to hike, I have access to 13 miles of trails on the ranch where my husband and I rent as well as a fenced in yard and 4-acre horse pasture to run around in. If it's hot out, we have dog pools and a sprinkler for them to play in.
Karissa H.
Walnut Springs, TX