Krystal S.
Krystal S.
Contact for House Sitting
from $107 per night
Highlights
Pet care experience
USCG Vet works from laptop <3s pets
U.S. Coast Guard Veteran | Freelance Graphic Designer | 35th x Avalon .........................................UPDATED 15.AUG.2023............................... *Covid-19 disclaimer* I require that all qualified members of the pet owner's household have been vaccinated. I do not accept cat only stays at this time. Since 2001, I have owned 3 german shepherds, and lived among many "pit bull" breeds, mastiffs, terriers, shibas, retrievers, toy breeds, and others. I started with 4-H in NW Michigan and competed in dog shows for 2 years, earning 2 best in shows and 5 blue ribbons. I have been certified and passed through 2 puppy and 1 dog training courses (separate from 4-H), and have always loved ALL ANIMALS. If you have other animals (I have owned tarantulas, lizards, horses, chickens, rats, rabbits, cockatiels, chinchillas, fish) to feed while sitting, I'D LOVE THAT! I am proficient at reading body language in many animals. Dogs are easy; cowls, ears, tails, and I understand there is a difference between an excited cowl and an angry cowl. I currently have no pets due to my "digital nomad" lifestyle I will be experiencing. This means that my place of work is where my laptop is, so I will be relaxing in your home with your pet unless I need to leave for errands, meetings, or events..if you let me. May I share some time with your pets? My military experience means I'm proven trustworthy to do good work, no stealing or snooping, and understanding that every situation isn't the same. Special needs and rules will be applied individually. Understanding the characteristics and personality of each animal is part of the challenge to me. As much as I would like to smother each animal in love, I understand that they all have their own standards on animal-human relationship. I just want to take care of them and they will invite me to a personal level in their own time.
Qualifications
Safety, trust & environment
In your home, I will set up my laptop and work on my personal arts when sitting. Maybe a lot of netflix. Other than that...everything is about the pets and what they need from me. During a check-in, we will play for a 30min duration and freshen water with as much outside time as possible. (As well as a snack or a meal, and any meds; ONLY if requested.) During walks we spend 30min wandering at your pups pace. Staying aware of the heat of the sidewalks and roads on hot days as well at the energy level of the animal(s). You will get a visitation card showing you our route, piddle and poo info included! Haha Some dogs are untrusting of a walk with a stranger even after meet and greets, so each visit will be as active as your pup will allow. No matter what they decide, I will spend the whole duration with your dog with as much outside time as possible.
Ratings and reviews
Krystal did a great job keeping an eye on our two chocolate labs. She was consistently updating us during her stay. Would absolutely recommend her.
Our experience with Krystal was great! She watched our 2 frenchies & house for 5 days & we were able to head away without any worries whatsoever. From our first meet & greet, communication was relaxed, easy and prompt - we got photo updates and came back to a spotless house & happy dogs. Thank you so much Krystal! Much appreciated & highly recommended 😀
Krystal was responsive and communicative throughout her stay, yet again! I cannot recommend a sitter more highly.
Krystal is the best! She’s very reliable, and my dog loves her. That speaks volumes.
Another great experience. Came home to super happy pups and home just as we left it. It's always a pleasure
Krystal is the best.
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Schedule
I am currently working for myself, so your pets will be priority while I design stuff on my laptop in your home while watching them!