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Kirsten R.

Merced, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
38 reviews
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These prices are for 1 dog, including a booking fee of 11%.

Services

Kirsten can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

I am a full-time student at Merced College, and I'm working on my ASTs in Mathematics and Computer Science & Engineering! I do have a couple of in-person classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays (online wasn't available), so please message me if you are interested in booking but unsure if the dates/ times will work. Other than that, I am generally free the rest of the week. I was recently accepted to UC Merced, and I'm scheduled to transfer this fall (2025). To fully focus on my studies, I will no longer be offering dog-sitting services after mid-August of this year. I really appreciate your understanding, thank you!

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About Kirsten R.

Communication

8 repeat pet parents
88% response rate
Usually responds within a few hours
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

14 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I can travel as needed to care for your pet in your home. I am more than happy to adapt to whatever needs/ wants you may have regarding the care of your pet!

Information Kirsten R. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your pet(s) have any special requirements ahead of time. That way, I can ensure that I will be prepared to take proper care of them. :)

A typical day

Depending on your pet's activity level, we can go for walks, play with toys, or even just chill together. Whatever needs your pet may have, I'm here for them!

Location

Merced, CA

Kirsten R.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Here for you and your pets!

Pet care experience

I have been caring for animals all my life, on both sides of my family. I primarily grew up with dogs (of all shapes, sizes, and breeds), but I have grown to love cats just as much. I have experience caring for several animals simultaneously, including both cats and dogs. I have cared for animals from newborns to seniors and have experience caring for animals with medical needs (oral medication, injections, etc.). I love animals of all kinds and would love to take care of yours!

Cat care experience

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Kirsten also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Reviews

Christi T.
House Sitting • Jun 22, 2025
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By far the best experience we’ve had! Kirsten is reliable and dependable. Our dogs were kept on their schedule, we were provided updates and photos and we felt at ease and knew our dogs were cared for. Even our house was well cared for!

Annette G.
Drop-In Visits • May 29, 2025
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She’s sooo dependable and consistent!! Awesome sitter.

Fonya S.
Drop-In Visits • May 16, 2025
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Kirsten is always professional, reliable, and kind. She never hesitates to communicate and ask questions if necessary. We have used her before for housesitting and this visit was drop in only. As always, she was wonderful and we know this because our dogs don't even get up when we get home. They're so chill after she leaves. It's a blessing to have her and feel that our pups are happy with her.

Tiffani B.
House Sitting • Mar 20, 2025
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Kirsten did an excellent job. Our animals loved her. She was very responsible and communicated well. We will definitely book with her again! 🙂🙂🙂🙂

About Kirsten R.

Communication

8 repeat pet parents
88% response rate
Usually responds within a few hours
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

14 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I can travel as needed to care for your pet in your home. I am more than happy to adapt to whatever needs/ wants you may have regarding the care of your pet!

Information Kirsten R. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your pet(s) have any special requirements ahead of time. That way, I can ensure that I will be prepared to take proper care of them. :)

A typical day

Depending on your pet's activity level, we can go for walks, play with toys, or even just chill together. Whatever needs your pet may have, I'm here for them!

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Kirsten R.

Merced, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
38 reviews