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Kristin H.

5.0 out of 5 stars
44 repeat clients
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Kristin H.

5.0 out of 5 stars
44 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $60 per night

Highlights

Enhanced background check
20 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

AdventureDog Boarding

Going out of town? Your dog will love our friendly Evanston home located near Lake Michigan beaches and forest preserves. We provide weekly adventures such as trips to the dog beach and pooch park, walks in the neighborhood, playtime in our fenced in backyard, and lots of love and attention. Why I love dog sitting I have had dogs in my family since I was born. I grew up in rural areas in the Midwest, and we always had at least one family dog of varying breeds. When I became an adult, I got a black lab puppy from my sister, who had rescued its mother while it was pregnant. I became very interested in dog training, reading any books I could get my hands on and applying their techniques. My lab, Asia, became the gentlest, most well-trained dog most people had ever met. We lost her at age 13; since then, we have always had a lab as a family pet and we have taken care of countless other breeds. About my yard We have a fenced back yard--it is a 6 foot fence around the perimeter with a 5 foot chain link fence between our yard and our friendly neighbor's yard. There is an open area where the dogs can roam freely, a concrete patio, and a vegetable garden that lines one side of the house between our yard and our neighbor's yard. Dogs are supervised by an adult when they are in our yard--we do not leave them unattended. The majority of your dog's outdoor time will be spent on walks and outings.

Qualifications

44 repeat pet parents
88% response rate
Usually responds within a few hours
70% bookings with photo updates
20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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90 ratings
Shana S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Sep 05, 2018

Excellent sitter. Extremely accommodating & easy to communicate with. Would definitely use again!

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Dane T.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 06, 2018

I took my dog there and another dog came that likes to play around. I’m sue he was in heaven because he loves to play with other dogs. I will use Kristin H again.

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Robin B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Dec 17, 2017

Friendly and communicative host. Clyde was well taken care of. It was great to get pictures of him with the other dogs. Kristen was accommodating with Clyde's prescription dog food and medicine.

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Stephanie E.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Nov 28, 2017

Kristin was an excellent dog sitter and took

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Kate D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Apr 14, 2017

Kristin is everything you could ask for in a host...friendly, reliable, communicative and extremely easy to work with. She is my go-to sitter and I recommend her without hesitation!

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Edwin B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Apr 03, 2017

We were gone for 5 days and received regular updates. Our dog was extremely happy and we will use Kristin again,

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I am a teacher, so I have weekends and holidays off. In addition, I have 2 young adults and a teen living with me who often help by cuddling and playing with our clients.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

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

Safety, trust & environment

We do not crate our clients unless upon request. Dogs are free to lounge on beds or furniture. No dog likes to be left behind, but we will do our very best to ease your pup's stress. I have over many years of pet boarding and training experience.

Pets

A typical day

Here's where we'll take our walks There is a park directly across the street from our house; dogs will be walked in addition to yard playtime. At least once during your pup's week long stay, we will take a field trip to the beach, the dog park, or a forest preserve. Your dog's sleeping arrangement Where is your dog used to sleeping? Bennie sleeps in the floor in my room or occasionally on the couch in the living room. He also has a dog bed he naps on frequently. And if your dog is used to sleeping in bed with you, she is welcome to jump onto our queen sized bed and snuggle the night through. Time I'll spend with your dog Rover used to be my full time job; now it's a family business. I teach elementary school in Niles, IL during the week, but I have a 22 year old son and a bonus daughter who live with me. I also have a helpful 17 year old. All 3 of my children greatly enjoy cuddling and playing with our clients.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Kristin can host up to 2 pets per night
We need to know if our potential clients have good manners inside the house and out. Housebroken is a must; we also have to turn down clients who are destructive to property in the house, as we also have to live here. We also need to make sure your dog is gentle with children 6 and up. A dog who loves to play outside, go for walks and adventures, and to play with other dogs will have a great stay!
Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.