Kristin H.
Merrlam Park, MN
Your friendly neighborhood sitter
Pet care experience
Hi! I just moved to the St. Paul Snelling Hamline neighborhood; what better way to get to know the area & people than to take dogs on walks or house-sit for the people in my new community?! In addition to occasionally pet/house sitting through Rover for the last few years, I grew up with a dog, had a few cats later on, volunteered on farms with outdoor pets, and overall I just have a love for animals. Whatever your little (or big) best friend needs-- from popping in to make sure they're fed to constant care while they're struggling with training or an illness--you can be assured that they will get 100% of my attention and affection. Lately I've been working in environmental restoration, and one of my favorite things about my job is saying hi to the locals walking their pets in parks knowing they get to enjoy a nature spot I've put heart and soul into. I've also accumulated a list of dog-walking gems in doing so!
Reviews
We recommend Kristin without reservation!
Kristin took great care of our shy pup while we were away.
Our cat, Vegetable, had a wonderful time with Kristin. She took great care of him while we were out of town and he seemed very happy and relaxed when we returned. Kristin is extremely responsive and thoughtful. Would higly recommend!
I interviewed 4-5 dogsitters for our shy rescue terrier Fern. Not only was our dog's behavior with a new person questionable but we needed a dog sitter to live in our home for 2 weeks over Christmas. I needed someone very capable, calm, patient and reliable--that was Kristin. Fern was challenging for the first week but Kristin persevered and creatively got Fern to warm up to her. Kristin shoveled for us (and a neighbor!) and left our home immaculate when we returned. She even made brownies for us! I absolutely plan to hire Kristin again. She was terrific.
About Kristin H.
Communication
Skills
Information Kristin H. would like to know about your pet
Big or small, I just need to know the basics-- whatever you think I need to know, I'll make notes.
A typical day
I treat my siblings' pets about the same as I treat their children: my favorite is hide and seek. I like running and biking (even in the winter), so they'd get good exercise. Being anywhere in nature is great too, so if you know of a park nearby, you could probably expect us to go there. I also am down for Netflix and cuddles if that's more their type. :)
Services
Kristin can watch in your home
About Kristin H.
Communication
Skills
Information Kristin H. would like to know about your pet
Big or small, I just need to know the basics-- whatever you think I need to know, I'll make notes.
A typical day
I treat my siblings' pets about the same as I treat their children: my favorite is hide and seek. I like running and biking (even in the winter), so they'd get good exercise. Being anywhere in nature is great too, so if you know of a park nearby, you could probably expect us to go there. I also am down for Netflix and cuddles if that's more their type. :)
Location
Saint Paul, MN
Kristin H.
Merrlam Park, MN