Kristina S.
Colchester, VT
Your pet, my priority!
Pet care experience
I provide tailored care based on behavioral science and biology. - Former bear biologist (Eurasian brown bears) with experience in veterinary, conservation, animal welfare, shelter, and wildlife rehabilitation sectors - Proficient with multiple species, breeds, and temperaments, including elderly pets with unique care protocols, working dogs, fearful and/or reactive dogs, stray dogs and cats, feral cats, reptiles, amphibians, marine, and avian species in: Washington, DC, Maryland, Vermont, Kosovo, Glacier National Park, Guam, and the Philippines - Certifications in wildlife rehabilitation, zoonoses, pain management, oil spill deployment (International Wildlife Rehabilitation Council), animal behavior/welfare (University of Edinburgh), and animals in disasters (FEMA) - Foster for the Humane Society of Chittenden County and Queen City Cats - Board Vice President for Wild in VT, Inc and Advisor to the Bear Care Group
Reviews
Kristina was so attentive and kind.
Kristina is just the best. She was very easy to work with and our high anxiety doggo loved her. She sent tons of pictures and took great care of our dog. We so appreciate her help, and will definitely hire her again.
Kristina is AMAZING! Our Rosie girl had the BEST time! We cannot thank her enough for taking such great care of her. So many adventures and the cutest photos! We are so happy to have found a wonderful person to care for our fur child when we’re away. :)
Kristina is amazing! We highly recommend her. Our boy Barley had a short overnight stay with Kristina. She sent tons of updates and photos and it looked like he was having the time of his life in her backyard and got lots of attention. We’ll definitely book again!
About Kristina S.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I am conservative and conscientious of any risks or perils related to walking and caring for pets. I will not let your pet off leash, take them to a dog park, or put them in any questionable situations. Safety is very important to me.
Home
Information Kristina S. would like to know about your pet
I appreciate knowing all there is to know about your pet. No detail is too small. Details make our time together more enriching. Is your pet allergic to anything? Does your pet take medication? What is your pet's mealtime routine? Any precautions I should take (is your dog an escape artist, a garbage investigator, a toilet diver, or a counter surfer)? Is your pet head-shy, have stranger danger, or separation anxiety? I have no problem modifying what I bring, what we do, and how I interact with your pet based on these factors to make sure that both you and they are comfortable.
A typical day
We will walk, jog, go to the park, hike a trail to get some good smells, play fetch and/or tug of war, cuddle, and practice any obedience or tricks that he or she knows. We will also investigate a puzzle feeder and go on car rides (if we like them). If I'm caring for your cat, we will practice our predator process, get brushed (if we are allowed), bird-watch, meditate (have cuddles), hang out on the floor, and practice our bunny kicks.
Services
Kristina can host
Kristina can watch in your home
Availability
I feed, medicate (if applicable), and exercise and/or enrich animals according to their established routine(s) for optimum seamlessness while you're away from them. We will establish this during our meet & greet (virtually or in person).
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About Kristina S.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I am conservative and conscientious of any risks or perils related to walking and caring for pets. I will not let your pet off leash, take them to a dog park, or put them in any questionable situations. Safety is very important to me.
Home
Information Kristina S. would like to know about your pet
I appreciate knowing all there is to know about your pet. No detail is too small. Details make our time together more enriching. Is your pet allergic to anything? Does your pet take medication? What is your pet's mealtime routine? Any precautions I should take (is your dog an escape artist, a garbage investigator, a toilet diver, or a counter surfer)? Is your pet head-shy, have stranger danger, or separation anxiety? I have no problem modifying what I bring, what we do, and how I interact with your pet based on these factors to make sure that both you and they are comfortable.
A typical day
We will walk, jog, go to the park, hike a trail to get some good smells, play fetch and/or tug of war, cuddle, and practice any obedience or tricks that he or she knows. We will also investigate a puzzle feeder and go on car rides (if we like them). If I'm caring for your cat, we will practice our predator process, get brushed (if we are allowed), bird-watch, meditate (have cuddles), hang out on the floor, and practice our bunny kicks.
Location
Colchester, VT
Pets
Kristina S.
Colchester, VT