Kristina A.
RIVER FALLS, WI
Dog-loving Grandma!
Pet care experience
I've been a dog owner since I was a teenager; I recently retired and remain very active in the community so currently do not have a dog. I love walking dogs. It helps me stay active. I also like to help hard-working young people, who work long hours, still be able to own a dog. One day I hope to be able to offer dog walking services on a daily basis, so that people who are unable to leave their home still could have a dog as a companion.
About Kristina A.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I can pick up your dog for a walk in one of the area parks. (I am a reliable and safe driver, and the dogs always stay in the back seat--I have a dog barrier); I love to offer a variety of parks to visit: Glover Park is wooded with trails that are shaded in the summer and are not salted in the winter; The White Pathway and Glen Park are paved, and also offer some shade in the summer; Ryan Desanctis Park has wide open spaces, a lot of sun, and ample walkways; Hoffman Park Trails are more strenuous and only suitable for dogs that are fit. I'm comfortable with providing scheduled meals and medication administration if needed. I am always on time. Personal references can be given. Please note, however, that I am currently not able to add new clients to my schedule.
Home
Information Kristina A. would like to know about your pet
I would like to have a Meet-and-Greet beforehand, so that your dog knows that he/she is I would like to have a Meet-and-Greet beforehand, so that your dog knows that he/she is entrusted to me by you to me by you. I must be given emergency contact info, such as your veterinarian. I also need WRITTEN directions if allergies are involved, or medications need to be administered. (Any fears? Any specific traumas?) Any favorite things or any special routines or habits I should be aware of...
A typical day
I treat dogs like I do people: each according to their own special needs. I have a keen eye for their moods, their emotional as well as physical well-being: I notice when something interests them, or if something intrigues them, and we explore. I enjoy allowing the dogs to take their time sniffing intently in one spot, or rubbing against a log, or rolling about in the snow--or grass! If we must stay indoors due to weather, I enjoy playing fetch, or retrieve, or hide (a toy) and go try-to-sniff-it-out... I play tug-o-war, wrestle, cuddle, brush. I like to give healthy snacks :)
Services
Kristina can host
Kristina can watch in your home
Availability
I am an early riser, so I can come over and walk your dog anytime from 6 am onward; However, as I am presently doing close to fulltime dog sitting for a 7 1/2 year old Golden Retriever in my own home, I am not looking to add another client.
| S | M | T | W | T | F | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | |||
5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 |
19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 |
26 | 27 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 31 |
About Kristina A.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I can pick up your dog for a walk in one of the area parks. (I am a reliable and safe driver, and the dogs always stay in the back seat--I have a dog barrier); I love to offer a variety of parks to visit: Glover Park is wooded with trails that are shaded in the summer and are not salted in the winter; The White Pathway and Glen Park are paved, and also offer some shade in the summer; Ryan Desanctis Park has wide open spaces, a lot of sun, and ample walkways; Hoffman Park Trails are more strenuous and only suitable for dogs that are fit. I'm comfortable with providing scheduled meals and medication administration if needed. I am always on time. Personal references can be given. Please note, however, that I am currently not able to add new clients to my schedule.
Home
Information Kristina A. would like to know about your pet
I would like to have a Meet-and-Greet beforehand, so that your dog knows that he/she is I would like to have a Meet-and-Greet beforehand, so that your dog knows that he/she is entrusted to me by you to me by you. I must be given emergency contact info, such as your veterinarian. I also need WRITTEN directions if allergies are involved, or medications need to be administered. (Any fears? Any specific traumas?) Any favorite things or any special routines or habits I should be aware of...
A typical day
I treat dogs like I do people: each according to their own special needs. I have a keen eye for their moods, their emotional as well as physical well-being: I notice when something interests them, or if something intrigues them, and we explore. I enjoy allowing the dogs to take their time sniffing intently in one spot, or rubbing against a log, or rolling about in the snow--or grass! If we must stay indoors due to weather, I enjoy playing fetch, or retrieve, or hide (a toy) and go try-to-sniff-it-out... I play tug-o-war, wrestle, cuddle, brush. I like to give healthy snacks :)
Location
RIVER FALLS, WI
Pets
Kristina A.
RIVER FALLS, WI