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Kristin D.

West University Heights, San Diego, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
49 reviews
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These prices are for 1 dog, including a booking fee of 11%.

Services

Kristin can care for

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

Availability

This is my full time job so I am home full time and have plenty of free time to take care of and play with your babies! I also only book up to 2 months in advance!

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Kristin D.

Communication

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

Dog skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I make sure to treat my clients home with the utmost respect and ensure that your pets feel at home and comfortable with me there. I’ll make sure to maintain a clean living environment and give your pets get lots of love and attention. I do require a meet and greet for all new clients!

Information Kristin D. would like to know about your pet

I have no restrictions on breeds or age so everyone is welcome 😊 Please let me know if there are any special needs or restrictions your dog may have ahead of time. My beagle wasn't very dog friendly so I knew to avoid areas with high volumes of other dogs. So it'd be great to know if that's something to be aware of and any other concerns you may have!

A typical day

I love to make sure that your pup will get as much stimulation and love that they deserve throughout the day. We'll play with toys, run around, etc. I love to take my dogs to the dog park to give them some interaction with other pups in the area as well. And if allowed, some time at dog beach as well!

Location

San Diego, CA

Kristin D.'s Neighborhood

Caring pet lover

Pet care experience

Hi everyone! My name is Kristin. I'm a former preschool teacher who loves animals. I used to have a beagle named Snoopy for 13 years. I had Snoopy since he was 6 months old, trained him, loved and adored him, and even moved across the country with him. So I gained lots of different experiences through him, especially since having a Beagle meant off route walks and lots of investigative sniffing. I wanted to pursue my love for animals and become a pet caregiver, and have been doing so for 5 years! I have experience with every age of dog from a few months old to 15+ years, as well as every breed and temperament. I know how to work with dogs that are fearful, aggressive, and everything in between. So if you let me, I would love for you to entrust me with your amazing pets!

Cat care experience

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Expert Cat Care with a Loving Touch

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

Reviews

Caitlin F.
House Sitting • Jul 28, 2026
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Kristin is the best! She’s my dog’s favorite. I never worry when she’s watching my boy! She’s so respectful of my home and sends so many cute photos! I love having her watch my dog and I’d highly recommend her!

Caitlin F.
Dog Walking • Jul 10, 2026
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Kristin is an incredible sitter and walker! She jumped in to help let me dog out after I had an unexpected injury. My dog was thrilled to see her and the extra exercise and outside time was greatly appreciated!

Cassie & Blake V.
House Sitting • Jun 12, 2026
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Kristen is just the BEST! I get so anxious leaving my dog and she provides amazing communication, constant updates, and I can tell my dog has been well cared for during her stays. Book her you won’t regret it!

Caitlin F.
House Sitting • Jun 08, 2026
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Kristin is the best! She is reliably and consistently watching my dog for several trips. He is always so relaxed and well taken care of while I’m away.

About Kristin D.

Communication

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

Dog skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I make sure to treat my clients home with the utmost respect and ensure that your pets feel at home and comfortable with me there. I’ll make sure to maintain a clean living environment and give your pets get lots of love and attention. I do require a meet and greet for all new clients!

Information Kristin D. would like to know about your pet

I have no restrictions on breeds or age so everyone is welcome 😊 Please let me know if there are any special needs or restrictions your dog may have ahead of time. My beagle wasn't very dog friendly so I knew to avoid areas with high volumes of other dogs. So it'd be great to know if that's something to be aware of and any other concerns you may have!

A typical day

I love to make sure that your pup will get as much stimulation and love that they deserve throughout the day. We'll play with toys, run around, etc. I love to take my dogs to the dog park to give them some interaction with other pups in the area as well. And if allowed, some time at dog beach as well!

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Kristin D.

West University Heights, San Diego, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
49 reviews