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Krista W.

Squirrel Hill South, PA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•23 reviews
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Positive Reinforcement Pup Lover

Pet care experience

I've grown up with dogs my entire life and I'm obsessed with them. Big or small, I love learning about their own unique personalities. I trained my miniature poodle to be a service animal, so I am very well versed in positive reinforcement training. No yelling in this household. Only lots of love and belly scratches. I am also very experienced in giving medication on a timely schedule to dogs, so I more than welcome our elder friends to my care.

Reviews

Suejon M.
Drop-In Visits • Jul 01, 2019
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Thank you so much for putting my mind at ease and house sitting my 2 monsters (cats) I am a very nervous traveler when it comes to leaving my pets and I am very very happy with Krista and will not hesitate to have her watch the cats in the future! thank you so much Krista. And Iggy says he is sorry for pulling everything out of the drawer. he must have showing off his unpacking skills. cheers

Jenna R.
House Sitting • Jun 25, 2019
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Krista did an amazing job watching my puppy at my home while I was away for 10 days! I received daily pictures and updates and felt very confident she was caring for my dog as I would. An unfortunate situation happened where my apartment was flooded from the sprinklers putting out a fire in the unit next to mine, and Krista went above and beyond to handle things responsibly. She reached out to my emergency contacts, took pictures of the damage and worked with my property management to help in any way she could. Cannot recommend her enough! Will definitely be using her for future sitter needs ?

Emily B.
House Sitting • Dec 04, 2018
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Krista housesat and watched our pets for a week and did a wonderful job. We are so grateful for her (and Bijou!) for taking such good care of our pets. She is responsive and sends updates which was very much appreciated!

Johnny H.
Drop-In Visits • Nov 29, 2018
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Krista is great! She gives a concise overview with of her visits and ensures our pup gets her medicine in time. We’re always at ease knowing she will be taking care of Scully!

About Krista W.

Communication

7 repeat pet parents
Usually responds in within a few days
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

5 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a dog myself who requires medication three times a day, so I have to be sure to be around for those times, but that also makes sure I’m around for your dog pretty much all the time as well.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Krista W. would like to know about your pet

I need to know if there’s any special dietary needs or whether or not your pup needs medication. If they get home sick, bringing a piece of your clothing could be helpful.

A typical day

I have many toys at my house that my poodle loves to share. She also loves to romp, so if you have a playful dog, this is the perfect opportunity for some socialization. I also have two beautiful parks by my apartment that are within walking distance. I also love training exercises. Even if your pup is already trained, it's still a great mental exercise to keep them satisfied.

Services

House Sitting
in your home
AWAY
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
AWAY
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
AWAY
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
AWAY

Krista can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Unspayed females accepted, neutered males only
No females in heat

Krista can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs

Availability

I’m open availability on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday and then I work the other 4 days from 9:30 until 4pm. So I’m open nights the rest of the days.

About Krista W.

Communication

7 repeat pet parents
Usually responds in within a few days
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

5 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a dog myself who requires medication three times a day, so I have to be sure to be around for those times, but that also makes sure I’m around for your dog pretty much all the time as well.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Krista W. would like to know about your pet

I need to know if there’s any special dietary needs or whether or not your pup needs medication. If they get home sick, bringing a piece of your clothing could be helpful.

A typical day

I have many toys at my house that my poodle loves to share. She also loves to romp, so if you have a playful dog, this is the perfect opportunity for some socialization. I also have two beautiful parks by my apartment that are within walking distance. I also love training exercises. Even if your pup is already trained, it's still a great mental exercise to keep them satisfied.

Location

Pittsburgh, PA

Krista W.'s Neighborhood

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Krista W.

Squirrel Hill South, PA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•23 reviews