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Kristen M.

Alexandria, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•68 reviews
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Reliable and experienced dog sitter

Pet care experience

Hello, I'm Kristen and I would love to spoil your dog(s) while you are away! I started Rover dog-sitting after losing my dog of 12 years and it was the best decision. I've watched dogs of all sizes and personalities and enjoy learning what makes them unique. I volunteer at a local animal shelter where I get to meet many dogs and learn more about dog behavior. I will treat your dogs like my own and make sure they get plenty of exercise to work off any anxiety from missing you. I'm happy to take care of puppies (if they are potty-trained) and senior dogs (if they are ok with stairs) and provide the extra attention they need. I live in a three-story townhome with a small carpeted basement off the garage, hardwood floor on main level, and carpet in the upstairs bedrooms. I have a small non-fenced yard in the back with a deck (4 stairs to ground). I've attached pictures of all the stairs for anyone with senior dogs. Dogs are free to couch-surf and allowed on the bed here. But I can reinforce whatever the rules are in their home.

Reviews

Jey T.
Drop-In Visits • Oct 15, 2021
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Kiristen is awesome.wr have two dogs. One of them is not good with strangers and it was a while since they saw Kristen. Kristen works patiently with our girl Cookie as she needs some time to get used to people and allow people to touch her. We trust Kristen to take care of our fur babies.

Elena C.
Dog Boarding • Sep 24, 2021
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Great experience! No issues. Very easy to work with, and I could tell from all the pics that my dogs were happy and cared for.

Whitney F.
Dog Boarding • Mar 29, 2021
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Piper LOVES Kristen. Kristen is the best. Great at communication and Piper always comes home happy & exhausted from all the play time!

Norberto Q.
Dog Boarding • Mar 08, 2021
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Great as usual. She is a loving person who will take care of your pet as her own.

About Kristen M.

Communication

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

Skills

14 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Kristen M. would like to know about your pet

No breed restrictions. I would like to know if there are any medical concerns, any barking or anxiety triggers, or aggression on leash or with other dogs. Also, please let me know about any behavioral issues and if there are certain training techniques you would like me to reinforce during the stay.

A typical day

I find dog walking very relaxing and will take your pup(s) for tons of walks or runs. I live in a great neighborhood with walking trails and close to a park.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$30per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
AWAY
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
AWAY

Kristen can host

16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time

Kristen can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Calendar last updated 14 days ago
Kristen can host up to 2 pets per night
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Kristen M.

Communication

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

Skills

14 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Kristen M. would like to know about your pet

No breed restrictions. I would like to know if there are any medical concerns, any barking or anxiety triggers, or aggression on leash or with other dogs. Also, please let me know about any behavioral issues and if there are certain training techniques you would like me to reinforce during the stay.

A typical day

I find dog walking very relaxing and will take your pup(s) for tons of walks or runs. I live in a great neighborhood with walking trails and close to a park.

Location

Alexandria, VA

Kristen M.'s Neighborhood

Pets

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Kristen M.

Alexandria, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•68 reviews