Kristen B.
Far Southwest, OR
I love your fur kid already!
Pet care experience
Hello! My name is Kristen and I have worked in the dog grooming business for 10 years, and have been petsitting (along with doing drop-in nail trimming services, etc.) for over two years now. I truly love what I do and couldn’t imagine my life without all the wonderful fur babies I look after. I am a student at Portland State and interning at the Dep. of Education in Salem so my current availability is a little wonky and is set to Tuesday’s, Thursday’s and weekends (during select times). My schedule is subject to change, but overall I am very flexible with my appointments + petsitting dates. I think my experience, my reliability and passion for dogs is what sets me apart. I look forward to connecting with you and your furry friend! Thanks so much for your time!
Reviews
Kristen is a DREAM! My husband and I met Kristen when our little Rudy was just 4 months old, he's 4 years old now. She was a groomer at a local pet groomers and was just the best with our little guy. Rudy is always excited to see her. We followed her from her first job to her next job at another local pet groomer location. After getting to know her and seeing how well Rudy took to her, we asked if she would be available to come house sit and watch both our fur babies: Rudy and Lucille. Lucky for us, she was totally agreeable. Over the past few years, Kristen has taken care of our home and our little ones as if they were her own. My pups adore her and they are picky little pups. Rudy and Lucille have adopted Kristen as one of their humans! I wouldn't hesitate to have Kristen over again to care for our most precious family members. Thanks Kristen for being part of our little family!
I'm happy to write a referral for Kristen B. She has done in-home petsitting/housesitting for me for a couple of years, and she is very dependable, trustworthy and good with all my dogs! I am very particular about who I allow into my home, and I have no problem trusting Kristen with a key to my house. I leave very detailed instructions for her regarding my dogs' diets, behavior quirks, potty routines, etc., and she follows everything to the letter. She is also good about picking up mail, newspapers, putting garbage/recycle bins out for pickup and other household chores. I also worked in an administrative role in a dog-oriented business where Kristen worked as a groomer, and I can attest that she is very good with both customers and dogs, leaving both very happy! She is very patient and careful with the pups - if the dog gets anxious, Kristen gives them a break to calm down instead of pushing through just to get the grooming finished. And she makes sure the owner is happy with the groom. I feel confident that you can trust Kristen to take good care of your fur-babies and your home!
Kristen was our groomer a while before she pet sat for us. I was impressed by her care for the animals as well as her professional demeanor. Our dogs love her. We've taken trips out of the state as well an international trip and have always felt sure that our dogs were getting the best care with Kristen. The last several times we have returned they even seem to be calmer and better behaved than when we left. She's like a dog whisperer! She also offerred to take care of our plants, which was a lovely bonus. I would recommend Kristen to anyone needing pet or plant care :-)
HIRE KRISTEN!! We absolutely adore her and more importantly our furry babies do. Kristen is so kind and compassionate and LOVES animals. She has a special knack with dogs, even neurotic and skittish ones like our 2 yr old boy. I have used Kristen as a groomer as well and she is simply amazing. If you want your babe to get snuggled to death and question why you need to come home...shes your girl
About Kristen B.
Communication
Skills
Information Kristen B. would like to know about your pet
Of course, I like to get a feel of a dogs temperament prior to petsitting, but mostly as long as I know the basic health history and important facts for Fido we're all set to go. :') While I don't have a breed preference, I am especially fond of large breeds!
A typical day
I really enjoy taking walks with pups, snuggling up with a good book, going on hiking adventures and throwing the ball around for as long as they can keep up!
Services
Kristen can watch in your home
About Kristen B.
Communication
Skills
Information Kristen B. would like to know about your pet
Of course, I like to get a feel of a dogs temperament prior to petsitting, but mostly as long as I know the basic health history and important facts for Fido we're all set to go. :') While I don't have a breed preference, I am especially fond of large breeds!
A typical day
I really enjoy taking walks with pups, snuggling up with a good book, going on hiking adventures and throwing the ball around for as long as they can keep up!
Location
Portland, OR
Pets
Kristen B.
Far Southwest, OR