Kirstin K.
Staunton, VA
The best thing in life is a dog
Pet care experience
I have 2 large/ stubborn dogs, I enjoy training, walking, running and biking with them. I am highly involved in the Rhodesian community and am often looked to for guidance in matters pertaining to behavior, diet and health issues. I am very familiar with "challenging" dogs, with medical issues. I am excellent following whatever your protocol is for your pet. Additionally, (well who doesn't)I love puppies and puppies are welcome in my home as long as they can be created if I need to run errands. I have tons of toys, love to play games and love to go for daily adventures. I have the philosophy that all dog and breeds have different requirements and your dog will be treated and worked with as necessary. Dog on vacation at my home will have the opportunity to explore and play with us, go on hikes and even swim in the summer. We love adventures! I am a huge believer in high-quality treats and practicing commands daily using positive reinforcement. I am patience and kind, and take every opportunity possible to train good behavior (I have worked 30 min for one of my dogs to sit- she was being incredibly stubborn that day). If you entrust your pet to me, you can rest assure that your love one will in good hands.
Reviews
Thank you Kristen for taking such great care of Heidi. We loved your spirit and love for dogs. We will book with you again in the future!
Kirsten, does not just love your dogs, but she will treat them like they are her fury niece and nephews. She loves taking the dogs on adventures and will go whatever the weather looks like. She is very well educated with healthy diets for her dogs and will follow that with yours. She is very responsible, a hard worker, and will be very respectful to you and your baby. If you are looking for someone to love on your babes while you are gone or stuck in traffic Kirsten is the one for you. I 110% recommend her
About Kirstin K.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
We have 7 fenced acres. Lots of dog toys and a puppy proof home! We love visitors! We separate dogs at feeding time and give lots of positive reinforcement through cookies and praise. We introduce your dog to our pack in a Neutral area to ensure compatibility and make sure everyone gets along.
Home
Information Kirstin K. would like to know about your pet
Let me know if your dog has any special needs or accommodations. I have done or seen it all. I have 2 dogs with autoimmune diseases and have rehabbed them both.
A typical day
We wake up and have some treats- eat breakfast and go for a walk. We come back for a nap and more cookies. We play outside and basque in the sun. My dogs are my office mates and yours will become part of the office team too. We impatiently wait for dinner and another walk.
Services
Kirstin can host
Kirstin can watch in your home
Availability
I work from home and am happy to have your pup hang with us for the day or over nights. We walk in the morning and take breaks to play and explore the property during the day. After dinner we usually cuddle on the couch. My dogs are usually with me and follow me around all day.
About Kirstin K.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
We have 7 fenced acres. Lots of dog toys and a puppy proof home! We love visitors! We separate dogs at feeding time and give lots of positive reinforcement through cookies and praise. We introduce your dog to our pack in a Neutral area to ensure compatibility and make sure everyone gets along.
Home
Information Kirstin K. would like to know about your pet
Let me know if your dog has any special needs or accommodations. I have done or seen it all. I have 2 dogs with autoimmune diseases and have rehabbed them both.
A typical day
We wake up and have some treats- eat breakfast and go for a walk. We come back for a nap and more cookies. We play outside and basque in the sun. My dogs are my office mates and yours will become part of the office team too. We impatiently wait for dinner and another walk.
Location
Staunton, VA
Pets
Kirstin K.
Staunton, VA