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Kristen G.

Potomac West, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•70 reviews
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Will work for licks!

Pet care experience

My husband, Patrick, myself, and our Golden Retriever pup, Teddy, would love to welcome your furry friend while you are away! We live in a pet-friendly apartment in Old Town Alexandria, and a typical day consists of some indoor playtime as well as several walks outside throughout the day. On the weekends, we enjoy spending most of our day with the pups whether that might be taking them on a walk along King Street, visiting the parks along the Potomac, or heading over to the dog park. We will care for your pup like a member of our family, because that's what they are, family. My husband and I work together to make sure your pup is happy, safe, and healthy. When I go into the office during the day, my husband works from home full time, that way, we are able to devote the time and energy that your dog needs and wants. Patrick has periodic phone calls throughout the day so any pickup and drop offs will be arranged around his meeting schedule (and of course we will accommodate what works best for you). If you do choose to allow us to watch your pup, I will be communicating with you and sending pictures, and Patrick will most likely be there for drop off and pick up times. Due to his meeting schedule, we just ask that you are able to arrange a pick up and drop off time in advance, that way, we are able to anticipate when he will need to step away from his desk. We also ask that any pups we watch are not regular barkers or whiners. Patrick spends most of his day on the phone and on webinars and unfortunately any background noises from pups would be hard to mask. After the work day has ended, we love to take a walk around Old Town with the pups to wind down and get them some exercise. We're truly passionate about dogs, and their happiness is our happiness (and they're just about always happy which is what makes them so cool). We would absolutely love the opportunity to get to know your furry member of the family and care for them with as much heart as you would will you are away!

Reviews

Logan K.
Dog Boarding • Oct 05, 2019
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Our dog, Gilly, loves staying with Kristen! They are so great with her and from the get-go showed thoughtfulness about Gilly’s nervous personality. They are great with updates and super responsive.

Laura N.
Dog Boarding • Jul 26, 2019
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Kristen and Patrick took great care of our pup! They are super friendly people and we would not hesitate to book with them in the future!

Alexander M.
Dog Boarding • Apr 05, 2019
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Fantastic dog sitters!! We have used Kristen multiple times now and they always take great care of our dog Samson. My wife and I highly recommend her service!

Alison L.
Dog Boarding • Apr 01, 2019
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Very reliable and great with our Izzy!

About Kristen G.

Communication

24 repeat pet parents
62% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Information Kristen G. would like to know about your pet

Is your pup well socialized and do they get along with other dogs and humans? Do you feel comfortable with additional Rover pups staying with us or overlapping their stay while your pup is with us? Does your pup ever exhibit resource guarding (E.g. toys and food)? Is your pup ever vocal (E.g. barking and whining)? Has your pup ever had separation anxiety? Has she ever exhibited destructive behavior (E.g. chewing)? Does your pup need special care or is she on a special diet? How does your pup spend her day? Does your pup enjoy going to dog parks?

A typical day

We live within walking distance of 3 dog parks parks, but if dog parks aren't a good fit, we would love to take walks along the water and in Old Town. On a nice weekend we like to take the pups on field trips to Theodore Roosevelt Island and Shirlington. We also don't mind a night in curled up with a good movie and a head on the lap for those more low key pups.

Services

Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
AWAY

Kristen can watch in your home

0 to 15 lbs

About Kristen G.

Communication

24 repeat pet parents
62% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Information Kristen G. would like to know about your pet

Is your pup well socialized and do they get along with other dogs and humans? Do you feel comfortable with additional Rover pups staying with us or overlapping their stay while your pup is with us? Does your pup ever exhibit resource guarding (E.g. toys and food)? Is your pup ever vocal (E.g. barking and whining)? Has your pup ever had separation anxiety? Has she ever exhibited destructive behavior (E.g. chewing)? Does your pup need special care or is she on a special diet? How does your pup spend her day? Does your pup enjoy going to dog parks?

A typical day

We live within walking distance of 3 dog parks parks, but if dog parks aren't a good fit, we would love to take walks along the water and in Old Town. On a nice weekend we like to take the pups on field trips to Theodore Roosevelt Island and Shirlington. We also don't mind a night in curled up with a good movie and a head on the lap for those more low key pups.

Location

Alexandria, VA

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Kristen G.

Potomac West, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•70 reviews