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Kristen & Nels H.

Star Sitter

Edina, MN

5.0 out of 5 stars
•66 reviews
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Kristen & Nels H. have Star Sitter status

The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.

Dog loving family, works from home!

Pet care experience

We have owned dogs from puppies to seniors for almost 20 years. We regularly dogsit for other families, and love dogs large and small. We have also fostered many service-dogs-in training through Can Do Canines. We have one very friendly cocker spaniel and two daughters ages 7 and 9. I work full-time from home and my husband works part-time from home, so we are very flexible with drop offs and pick ups. We let our dog outside at least every two hours and go for one shorter walk and one longer walk every day, except in extreme weather. We are flexible to accommodate any unique needs your pets might have. Our own dog needs daily medication, so we understand and are equipped to help your dog with most medical needs. Since we have flexible work schedules, and already have our own dog, we're accustomed to taking him out every 2-3 hours, and we're flexible with feeding on your dog's schedule. We're available for doggy daycare and boarding on weekends and weekdays, and have some availability to do drop in visits on weekdays. We keep our pets in sight throughout the day, and always have their leashes on before opening the door to go outside. We ask and follow the rules that you have for your pet at home to keep them safe in our home.

Reviews

Wendy M.
Dog Boarding • Mar 06, 2024
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Thank you Kristen and Nels and family for taking great care of Pearl! Great communication and updates throughout her stay. I look forward to having her in their care when future trips or stays come up. Thanks again!

Kathy K.
Dog Boarding • Feb 04, 2024
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Thank you Kristen, Nels and family for treating Rose as if she was your own. The 12 days Rose had with you while we were out of the country, gave us such peace of mind while away. She came back super happy to see us and not stressed at all. THANK YOU! For anyone who may see this review I highly suggest you book Kristen. We will again!

Grace K.
Dog Boarding • Jan 21, 2024
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My dog had a great time! She came home happy and tired. :) And we got updates during her stay as well!

Rachel N.
Dog Boarding • Jan 01, 2024
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Thank you for taking such good care of Leo! We really appreciated Kristen and Nels caring for our Cavapoo while we were away. He was happy and calm when we brought him back home. It was so nice to get updates and photos of him during his stay as well. Thank you!

About Kristen & Nels H.

Communication

32 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
50% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Kristen & Nels H. would like to know about your pet

We would love to know about your pet's daily schedule, their personality, and any "rules" that we should follow to maintain consistency with their home (sleeping in crate, etc.).

A typical day

We have a nature preserve and trail right behind our house where we generally go for walks. In nicer weather, we also spend a lot of time outside on our (gated) deck or in the front yard with our kids. We love "lap dogs" of all sizes! Our own dog spends most of our day in my office with me.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$50per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$35per visit
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
$40per day

Kristen & Nels can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs
No females in heat

Kristen & Nels can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Calendar last updated 10 hours ago
Kristen & Nels can host up to 1 pets per night
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Kristen & Nels H.

Communication

32 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
50% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Kristen & Nels H. would like to know about your pet

We would love to know about your pet's daily schedule, their personality, and any "rules" that we should follow to maintain consistency with their home (sleeping in crate, etc.).

A typical day

We have a nature preserve and trail right behind our house where we generally go for walks. In nicer weather, we also spend a lot of time outside on our (gated) deck or in the front yard with our kids. We love "lap dogs" of all sizes! Our own dog spends most of our day in my office with me.

Location

Edina, MN

Kristen & Nels H.'s Neighborhood

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Kristen & Nels H.

Star Sitter

Edina, MN

5.0 out of 5 stars
•66 reviews