Kirsten B.
Horseheads, NY
Playful, warm and welcoming
Pet care experience
I’ve been a pet owner for more than 15 years, having adopted, trained and loved both dogs and cats. Particularly well equipped for energetic dogs as I’ve mostly owned Australian shepherds. We live on a beautiful farm with lots of room to run and pets of our own who always welcome new friends. I’m also available to visit your fur family throughout the day for play dates, walks or just to say hello. I also have experience with birds, small mammals and smaller farm animals, being a trained wildlife biologist with experience working with many domestic species. I’m also fairly flexible with scheduling.
About Kirsten B.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
For care in my home: I do not have a fenced in yard so any pets that visit my home would need to either be able to be off leash, or comfortable being leashed. I have room to accommodate a crate for those that need or prefer one, otherwise pets would have full access to the lower level of the house. I have one very friendly dog, Pete, and two cats who are also friendly with dogs. In your home: I’m able to work with whatever your pets preferences and needs require. I’m comfortable with most any situation, and have seen it all when it comes to pets.
Home
Information Kirsten B. would like to know about your pet
It would be good to know what sorts of activities and entertainment are typical for your dog, what their normal schedule looks like and if they have any specific preferences. I also like to know what their normal activity level looks like so I can keep them on their normal routine as much as possible. If they have any issues with boundaries, and special behaviors to look out for, or any limitations (are they uncomfortable with certain things, do they have injuries/illnesses, etc.), that’s always helpful to know - as well as what makes them especially calm and happy.
A typical day
I like to get up early and get moving in the morning, so we’d first go outside for a little play time before breakfast. If your dog is very active we may play fetch, take a nice long walk, or run around the yard for awhile. Feeding and care throughout the day including medications, potty breaks, and other activities (playing with toys, taking walks) will be responsive to your dogs personality and your instructions.
Services
Kirsten can host
Kirsten can watch in your home
Availability
I work remotely and have tremendous flexibility in my schedule to be home for the majority of the work day or to step out for walks and play dates for up to 2 hours at a time.
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About Kirsten B.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
For care in my home: I do not have a fenced in yard so any pets that visit my home would need to either be able to be off leash, or comfortable being leashed. I have room to accommodate a crate for those that need or prefer one, otherwise pets would have full access to the lower level of the house. I have one very friendly dog, Pete, and two cats who are also friendly with dogs. In your home: I’m able to work with whatever your pets preferences and needs require. I’m comfortable with most any situation, and have seen it all when it comes to pets.
Home
Information Kirsten B. would like to know about your pet
It would be good to know what sorts of activities and entertainment are typical for your dog, what their normal schedule looks like and if they have any specific preferences. I also like to know what their normal activity level looks like so I can keep them on their normal routine as much as possible. If they have any issues with boundaries, and special behaviors to look out for, or any limitations (are they uncomfortable with certain things, do they have injuries/illnesses, etc.), that’s always helpful to know - as well as what makes them especially calm and happy.
A typical day
I like to get up early and get moving in the morning, so we’d first go outside for a little play time before breakfast. If your dog is very active we may play fetch, take a nice long walk, or run around the yard for awhile. Feeding and care throughout the day including medications, potty breaks, and other activities (playing with toys, taking walks) will be responsive to your dogs personality and your instructions.
Location
Horseheads, NY
Pets
Kirsten B.
Horseheads, NY