Krista D.
Columbia, MO
Your pets new best friend
Pet care experience
I am a pet lover who will treat your pet like family. I have had dogs my whole life, and currently, have two dogs of my own. I have no official dog-training experience but have taken all my dogs to obedience classes and work extensively on positive reinforcement style training with my dogs. I have been a volunteer at animal rescues, outward hounds dog walker, and foster dog mom for a time. I am happy to work with leash skills or socialization with your pets while they are in my care. Each pet has its own needs and personality and I will promise to always keep your pets needs in mind and keep them safe while in my care. I am a responsible 36-year-old recent Physician Assistant graduate who is looking to make some extra money while job hunting. I love animals and look forward to caring for your fur babies.
Reviews
Krista has taken care of my dog (Guy), off and on for the last 3 or so years. She is loving and tender with him, as if he was her own dog. Not to mention her sweet dog Cara, who loves to play with Guy. At the end, when I pick him up, I’m unsure if he really wants to leave with me, or just stay with Krista & Cara. I’ve never had to worry or be concerned, because I know that she treats my dog as if he was her own. I would highly recommend Krista take care of your fur baby, while you’re away from home. You will not be disappointed.
Krista is not only a kind and hard working person but is the epitome of a dog lover. She has walked and watched my high anxiety dog over night countless times and I have never felt more at ease knowing my dog was being cared for. Krista is a highly responsible and reliable person and will treat your dog as her own.
Dear Pet-Parent: I have known Krista Desimoni for 10+ years in both a personal and professional capacity. In my opinion, Krista Desimoni is the ideal candidate for the care of others' fur-babies. Below are some of the top qualities that I believe help to qualify her for this position: -Krista LOVES dogs...not just likes them...LOVES them. She has spent much of her personal time volunteering at shelters, dog-sitting her friends' pets and also caring for her own dog. This being said, Krista thoroughly understands dog behavior ie. recognizing if the dog is distressed during a walk, thirsty, unfriendly dog approaching etc. -Krista is the hardest working person that I know. In addition to her unwavering work ethic, she is honest, trustworthy, dependable, punctual and has high levels of emotional intelligence. In the time that I have known her, she has parted from every place of employment in good standing. -She is very strong and physically fit and will be able to provide brisk walks and would be able to control even larger and stronger breeds of dogs. -Krista is highly educated. She is both a licensed educator and Physician's Assistant. I don't think you could find a more over-qualified dog walker, but I know that it is going to bring her great joy to help care for your pet and she is really excited for this opportunity. Thank you for considering my friend Krista! Michelle Van Tassel
Krista is amazing with all dogs of different sizes and breeds. She is always dependable and reliable when I needed it most. She took care of my pup that required extra medical attention and there wasn't a worry in the world that my pup wouldn't get his medication. She loves to take the pups on adventures including many walks, care rides, trail hikes, and swimming. She got my pup to go into the water a few times even though he hates the water. Krista is a wonderful dog owner and puppy sitter and can handle any situation that comes about. She is very intelligent and can easily pick up a dog's signs if they are not feeling well or if they just need a little extra attention. I trust Krista with my pup and know that he gets the best care while I'm away.
About Krista D.
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Information Krista D. would like to know about your pet
I would like to know the dogs experience with socialization with other adults, children, and animals. It is important to share any triggers, fears, or situations that should be avoided with the dog. Is the pet house-trained?
A typical day
I love to take the dogs on walks, play fetch, work on obedience training skills, and if it fits with the dog's personality and the owner's preference we can also visit a dog park.
Services
Krista can host
Krista can watch in your home
About Krista D.
Communication
Skills
Home
Information Krista D. would like to know about your pet
I would like to know the dogs experience with socialization with other adults, children, and animals. It is important to share any triggers, fears, or situations that should be avoided with the dog. Is the pet house-trained?
A typical day
I love to take the dogs on walks, play fetch, work on obedience training skills, and if it fits with the dog's personality and the owner's preference we can also visit a dog park.
Location
Columbia, MO
Pets
Krista D.
Columbia, MO