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Kristen E.

5.0 out of 5 stars
42 repeat clients
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Kristen E.

5.0 out of 5 stars
42 repeat clients
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Midway, St Paul, MN

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.

Highlights

Kristen has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
38 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication

Pet care experience

Professional Butt Scratcher

I started sitting on rover when I wanted to make some extra income after sending my kids at an alternative private school in 2021. I've enjoyed it ever since, and so have my kids when they get to play with a kid- friendly dog or cat, although I do pet wit without them as well. I am an easy to talk to, friendly hoomin who understands the struggle can be real (I receive a lot of apologies for "messes" which range from: I get it, I have 2 kids, to ... "what mess?" 😳😬 I also have a very neurodiverse well of friends and family, and my favorite people are a little unique/ unhinged/ downright weird 😄 in other words, I value authenticity!

Qualifications

42 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
38 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Ratings and reviews

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156 ratings
Ellen N.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Oct 18, 2026

Kristen was willing to be flexible to meet me and my animals needs. I didn’t worry about my animals on my trip because I knew they were in good hands.

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Jessica M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Oct 12, 2026

Kristen did an amazing job! I have two really sweet but picky dogs and she really went the extra mile to make sure she followed all of my directions closely and to make sure they were comfortable! She communicated immediately on everything and took exceptional care of them. We’ll definitely be having her back!

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Chelsea A.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Sep 28, 2026

Came home to happy pets once again!

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Susan S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Sep 05, 2026

Kristen is excellent. My dogs decided to be fussy eaters for her and she worked with them diligently with them. I came home to very happy dogs.

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Madison L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jun 22, 2026

We always trust Kristen with our cats! She is reliable and goes above and beyond.

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Craig R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • May 17, 2026

Did a great job with Moe. Very thoughtful. Good communication.

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Schedule

My schedule is often in flux, but I am a tetris master with my schedule (manageable by me, but often protested by my spouse that just because I "can" fit things, doesn't mean I "should"). Pets always take priority, but I also have a little afternoon work when my kids are in school, I sing in both a barbershop chorus and quartet, and lately, I give a lot of my extra free time to smashing the patriarchy, fighting for our democracy in between park evenings and family times.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 3 cats
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Safety, trust & environment

We are very selective about boarding dogs since one of our cats can be a fighter if provoked, but he's fine with dogs that can chill out. I'm a client's home, it depends upon the needs. I can do overnight stays or drop inside as needed.

Pets

A typical day

A typical drop in will include your needs and depend on different things. Usually basic feedings, walks, water changes, litter cleaning, and some play or cuddles depending on how playful or cuddly the pet is. If my kids join, they're great at wearing out cats and pups with good play. They seriously wore out a golden retriever puppy!!

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time
Kristen can host up to 1 pet per night
There isn't too much I usually need to know ahead of time other than if they benefit from kids (8 and 12 as of 2025) coming to pet and play with them. I often come without, but usually both the kids and the pets get a lot of joy from the encounters.
These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$60per night
House Sitting
in your home
$60per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$34per visit
Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.