Kristina G.
Kristina G.
Highlights
Pet care experience
Loving home | 5 mins from Bluestone
I’ve been completely dog-mad for as long as I can remember! 🐶❤️ Dogs aren’t just a part of my life - they’re pretty much my whole life! I genuinely love spending time with them, getting to know their little personalities and making sure they feel happy, safe and completely at home. I have 17 years of adult experience with dogs, as well as growing up with them, and I’m a registered fosterer for Spaniel Aid. I’ve cared for lots of different breeds, sizes and personalities, including foster dogs who have needed extra care while recovering, so I’m comfortable with medication, specific routines and giving dogs the extra patience and TLC they need. I work from home full-time so I have lots of flexibility to make sure your dog receives plenty of companionship and attention throughout the day. Whether they’re keeping me company nearby, having a snooze after a walk, enjoying some enrichment or popping over for a fuss, I’ll always be around to keep an eye on them and make sure they’re happy and settled. 🥰 I know how hard it can be leaving your dog with someone else because I feel exactly the same about my own. They’re family, and I completely understand wanting to know they’re being loved and looked after properly. I’m definitely the person who will send you yet another photo because your dog is doing something adorable! 😂 Expect lots of pictures, videos and updates so you can relax knowing they’re having a lovely time. My own dog is Meeko, a 3-year-old spayed Cocker Spaniel. She’s an absolute sweetheart - kind, gentle and very understanding with other dogs (but also loves a play if they’re willing!) She’s used to having new foster dogs come into our home and is brilliant at adapting to different personalities. Because I foster for Spaniel Aid, my calendar will only ever be open for boarding when I don’t have a foster dog staying with me. Some of my foster dogs can be nervous or need a quieter environment, so I’ll never put a foster dog or a boarding dog in a situation that isn’t right for them. The dogs in my care always come first. ❤️ When we’re not fostering, Meeko and I are usually doing something dog-related! We love agility, scent work and have recently taken up canicross, and we’re happiest exploring the beach or woods and finding all the best sniffs - which your dog would be invited to join as well! 🌿🐾 I offer overnight stays, doggy day care and dog walking. Most importantly, I want your dog to feel like they’re having a little holiday of their own - lots of love, attention, adventures, enrichment, cuddles and a cosy home to relax in. 🐾❤️
Qualifications
Calendar and availability
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Schedule
Dogs are a big part of my everyday life! I work full-time from home, so the dogs in my care are my priority throughout the day. Being at home means I can give them plenty of company, attention and supervision while still working, and my routine is always built around their needs. We usually have two walks a day - one around lunchtime and another in either the morning or evening. I like to mix things up, so we might enjoy a beach walk one day and a woodland adventure the next, giving the dogs different sights, smells and experiences. Between walks there’s plenty of time for relaxing, play and enrichment. Depending on what each dog enjoys, this might include scent work tasks, licky mats, a paddling pool on warmer days, or simply lots of cuddles, attention and treats! I’m very used to adapting my routine around individual dogs. As a registered fosterer, I’ve cared for dogs with a wide range of personalities, routines and requirements, so I understand that every dog is different. I’ll always adjust their day to suit them and make sure they feel comfortable, settled and happy.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
Safety, trust and making sure dogs feel comfortable are really important to me. I’m a vetted and registered fosterer, so I have plenty of experience caring for dogs with different personalities, needs and routines, and I’m used to adapting my approach to suit each individual dog. I have a fully enclosed garden, giving the dogs a safe space to potter around, sniff and enjoy some fresh air throughout the day. I also live in a bungalow, so there are no stairs for older dogs to navigate. At home, the dogs are very much part of the family and aren’t restricted to one particular room. They’re welcome to relax wherever they feel most comfortable, whether that’s snoozing near me while I work, stretching out somewhere quiet or following me around the house! I take the time to get to know each dog and their individual boundaries, routines and preferences. My aim is always to create a calm, safe and loving environment where they can settle in, feel secure and enjoy themselves.
