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Krystal W.

5.0 out of 5 stars
44 repeat clients
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Krystal W.

5.0 out of 5 stars
44 repeat clients
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Sterling, AK

Contact for Boarding

from $50 per night

Highlights

Krystal has Star Sitter status!
Basic background check
25 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication

Pet care experience

Auntie Krystals K9 Cabin

Sept 15 2012: UCD: Bachelors May 1st 2017: UCD: Masters in Animal Behavior, with focus work in anxiety related care. Extra courses: Certified as a Veterinary Support Assistant. Certificated in Animal Nutrition for all small animals. Certified in First Aid, CPR, and Emergency Trauma Aid. INCLUDED in all of our stays: baths, nail trims, all day play and cage-free stays! I LOVE dogs, and as a great bonus I am irrefutably great with dogs. I moved to AK in 2021 from Sacramento CA. My mother is a Vet, and I spent every summer of my youth working in her clinics. I am skilled in dog CPR and dog First Aid, and have been trained in emergency trauma aid. I am very knowledgeable about diseases, treatments, and medicines. In case of an emergency my mom is a call away. I started professionally boarding in 2010 and received several certifications in 2017. I am onsite 24/7. Besides a trip into town 1 time a month for groceries your pets are never left alone. Guests enjoy unlimited access to a 1/4 acre fenced yard, giant toy box, and couch cuddles. I also know how to make homemade dog friendly dinners.

Cat care experience

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A safe space for feline pals!

Krystal also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Qualifications

44 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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138 ratings
Sharon K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Oct 01, 2026

We have used Krystal’s services for doggie daycare, overnight stays, and longer term boarding for our “velcro” dog and she is always so excited to go back. Krystal is extremely patient and gave a lot of much needed reassurance for my needy pup. Also provided conscientious and thoughtful care while our dog was healing from a recent injury. Cannot recommend her enough!

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John L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Oct 01, 2026

Krystal is so amazing with my pup June! June first came to her super reactive and on top of all of my last minute boardings, Krystal has worked with June so much and she’s made truly unbelievable progress!! I never thought I’d be getting videos of June playing with others dogs so joyously. It’s truly been such a blessing to find Kystal

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Cindy K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Sep 30, 2026

Our little Mena LOVES her time with Krystal! She is so excited to be there which makes my heart feel good about leaving her.

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Candace R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Sep 24, 2026

Krystal is so great. She let me book super last minute, and she sent pictures and updates. Willow LOVED her house and definitely wore her out. Thank you so much.

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Trish M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 11, 2026

Krystal W. is a wonderful loving dog friend! She took great care of our dogs and we'll book her again!

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Renee S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Jul 01, 2026

Krystal watched our pups for a day while we were fishing. Krystal is very flexible with drop off and pick up and we really her having availability for us

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Schedule

I am available 24/7. Im home all day with no kids so I can provide supervision and activities all day everyday. There are no scheduling conflicts or issues

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has caged pets
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture

Safety, trust & environment

I have a 1/4 acre fenced yard. We have no kids and 1 well behaved service dog, a lab. Truly a safe environment. Photos sent first thing in the AM, during the day, and a good night photo.

Pets

A typical day

Dogs in my care can enjoy grooming, walks to the river and lots of indoor and outdoor playtime. In summer we offer water games. We get Barkbox so we have new toys. We make ornaments and paintings during the holidays. Dog clients often help make treats - and enjoy the results.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Krystal can host up to 10 pets per night
I would like to be made aware of the following: Food/Treat hoarding or aggression Medical issues Temperament Training method (vocal, sign language). Recall method and can they be off leash.
Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.