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Kristen V.

Star Sitter

Zilker, Austin, TX

5.0 out of 5 stars
559 reviews
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Services

Kristen can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat

Kristen can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

I do work part time out of the home during the day during the week, but I am available outside of that for pet care.

Available
Not available
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Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Kristen V.

Communication

190 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds within a few hours
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

✅We cannot accommodate dogs that have separation anxiety (barking, whining, unable to settle when left alone) . ✅ Pickup and Dropoff is by appointment only

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs, 1 cat
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

Information Kristen V. would like to know about your pet

✅Please have your dog up to date on their vaccines, flea and heart worm medicines ✅Dogs should be- - friendly & enjoy being around and playing with other dogs of various sizes -crate trained (if younger) -have experience with & good with kids - ok with cats (not aggressive towards cats) ✅Please share their daily schedules, what they like to do, and any allergies that they have.

A typical day

A typical day involves walks in a dog friendly neighborhood, trips to the park across the street, hanging out in our fenced in yard with kiddie pools to splash in, or in the A/C if it's too hot. There are always other pups to play with, lots of toys (we get Barkbox) and of course - lots of love and treats!

Location

Austin, TX

Kristen V.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Kristen V. has 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.

Fenced in yard! Lots of play!

Pet care experience

We have a great fenced in yard that our pups love to play in, plenty of toys and tennis balls to play with, and lots of spots to sunbathe. We have two dogs who love having friends to play with and one wonderful, dog friendly kitty. There's always another pup to play chase or tug with! We live in a great neighborhood with sidewalks for daily walks. We love to take to take our pups to swim, hike, and play at all the awesome spots around Austin. We live across from a dog park, so if your dog is great off leash, we can spend some time running around there! I have volunteered with our local shelters, worked in veterinary offices, and have been an active foster. I am very reliable, responsible, and know how hard it is to leave your furry friend behind! They will have a blast on their own pup vacation! We are pretty laid back, pups have free roam, and we are in and out of the backyard all day. We prefer to crate our younger guests if we need to go out, but the rest of the time they have free roam (supervised of course). Pups are welcome to sleep on the couch, in a dog bed, in their crate, or hop on the bed if there's room! I will send you pictures & updates throughout your pup's stay. We are available for boarding, daycare, daily walks, drop in visits, and field trips. We also do drop in visits for cats as well. I look forward to meeting your furry friend and helping out any way I can. Don't hesitate to contact me!

Cat care experience

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I’d love to meet your cat!

Kristen also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Reviews

Erin H.
Boarding • Mar 01, 2026
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ivy had fun!!

Sarah S.
Boarding • Feb 09, 2026
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Great communication and took good care of my pup. Asked thoughtful questions, gave play time, and made sure to look out for his eating and sleeping while he was away from home! Looking forward to next time.

Rose I.
Boarding • Feb 03, 2026
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Kristen boarded my dog, Chai, for a weekend and did a wonderful job. Chai was clearly well cared for and had plenty of time to play, relax, and nap. Kristen sent daily updates with photos, which gave me so much peace of mind and helped me fully enjoy my time away without worrying. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Kristen to anyone looking for a reliable and caring dog boarder.

Kristen L.
Boarding • Jan 28, 2026
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We got stuck in another state and Kristen was so so helpful and goose had the best time!! Forever grateful for Kristen, her family, and her dogs!

About Kristen V.

Communication

190 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds within a few hours
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

✅We cannot accommodate dogs that have separation anxiety (barking, whining, unable to settle when left alone) . ✅ Pickup and Dropoff is by appointment only

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs, 1 cat
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

Information Kristen V. would like to know about your pet

✅Please have your dog up to date on their vaccines, flea and heart worm medicines ✅Dogs should be- - friendly & enjoy being around and playing with other dogs of various sizes -crate trained (if younger) -have experience with & good with kids - ok with cats (not aggressive towards cats) ✅Please share their daily schedules, what they like to do, and any allergies that they have.

A typical day

A typical day involves walks in a dog friendly neighborhood, trips to the park across the street, hanging out in our fenced in yard with kiddie pools to splash in, or in the A/C if it's too hot. There are always other pups to play with, lots of toys (we get Barkbox) and of course - lots of love and treats!

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Kristen V.

Star Sitter

Zilker, Austin, TX

5.0 out of 5 stars
559 reviews