What my clients are saying:
What my clients are saying
"There is something about Kristina that just works so much better."
“When Kristina was recommended to us for Oliver, she was compared to being to like “Snow White”—that comparison couldn’t have been more accurate! She is naturally patient, kind, and loving. She also communicates with us well and is totally reliable.
Kristina sends us videos of the things that she and Oliver are working on (as well as other updates), that way we can carry on with the training throughout the week. We had heard that six is a very good age to train your dog, and that turns out to be true for us. Oliver has had professional training on a few other occasions but there is something about Kristina that just works so much better. They love each other and we are very lucky. ”
— Toni J., Santa Barbara
"She is an absolute delight to work with and I can give her the highest recommendation.”
“My first ever rescue, a greyhound/lab mix from the Santa Ynez Valley Humane Society, has been beautifully transformed by Kristina Bryte. She’s the most knowledgeable, patient, experienced animal behaviorist/trainer I’ve ever worked with (and this is my 10th dog; the first 9 all began as puppies). Kristina’s expertise is boundless. At first Vivian Leigh (whoever found her abandoned in Bakersfield named her) would not eat, wouldn’t dare enter my house and could not stop shaking. With Kristina’s advice and tender approach, Vivian Leigh and I are now best friends; she obeys commands and she has pretty much taken over the living room sofa! My pup’s trust, comfort and evident joy have been created carefully, not rushed, using guidelines Kristina taught me. She is an absolute delight to work with and I can give her the highest recommendation.”
— Alison S., Carpinteria
"Kristina showed training skills, kindness, patience and never missed or was late for a session.”
“Over a period of four to five months Kristina trained our two Labrador puppies. Fondo and Milo loved the sessions and we loved the results…! We now have two obedient Labs who socialize in a positive manner with other dogs and humans. Kristina showed training skills, kindness, patience and never missed or was late for a session. We highly recommend her. ”
— Linos K. Santa Barbara
"It is obvious that Kristina has a real passion and love of dogs.”
“It is obvious that Kristina has a real passion and love of dogs. She has gotten to know Bella and has built a personal connection with her. Kristina reads Bella well and has tailored the training to fit Bella’s age and personality. Bella adores her and will do anything for her. Kristina has also been very good at training me (a much harder task!)”
— Nancy, Santa Barbara
"She has been a tremendous help to us with training our 2-year old dog.”
“If you are looking for a professional, kind and caring trainer — look no further than Kristina. She has been a tremendous help to us with training our 2-year old dog, as well as patiently helping us with all our “how to” questions. We recommend her without reservation.”
— Tim and Janey C., Carpinteria
"She has the most positive and great energy, and I can’t imagine any dog out there who wouldn’t fall in love with her.”
“Kristina Bryte is far beyond your average dog walker and sitter. She is quite adept at handling reactive dogs and did an amazing job improving our dog’s leash reactivity. With her help our dog now calmly walks past many dogs he used to bark at aggressively. She has the most positive and great energy, and I can’t imagine any dog out there who wouldn’t fall in love with her. She is the only dog sitter we feel comfortable with, and always treats our home with respect. She is truly an amazing person and we always feel great knowing our dog is in her loving care.”
— Tyler and Carolyn C., Santa Barbara
"My pups are delighted to see her and are more relaxed after she visits.”
“Kristina truly sets the Gold Standard for pet care. What a gift to find such a caring and reliable animal lover to work with my two dogs! She goes above and beyond; responding to their individual needs and interacting so positively with them. Getting a brief update and photo after each visit is great. My pups are delighted to see her and are more relaxed after she visits. She is far above and beyond other pet sitters. Four paws up!”
— Diane D., Goleta
"We cannot recommend her highly enough. We love her!”
“Kristina is the best animal and home sitter we have ever had the pleasure of hiring. She is dependable, professional, personable and, most importantly, communicates easily and well. Kristina is like a member of our family, and the pups adore her; as do we. She handles emergencies efficiently and with a caring heart. We cannot recommend her highly enough. We love her!”
— Ross Q. and Suzanne D., Carpinteria
"She is our most trusted guardian. She loves and cares for our “boys” as much as we do.”
“Kristina has become much more than a “pet-sitter” for our wonderful dogs – Qter, a 17-year-old Silky Terrier, and Darby, our five-year-old Labradoodle. She is our most trusted guardian. She loves and cares for our “boys” as much as we do. They are so excited to see her, and we can honestly say she is part of our family. We give her our highest recommendation.”
— Dennis P. and Jean-Marie H., Montecito
"Our pets bonded immediately with her and are always well adjusted when we return home.”
“Kristina gives special attention to all our pets, from the seniors who need medication to the puppy who needs extra exercise. Our pets bonded immediately with her and are always well adjusted when we return home. Kristina has made going on vacation easy and stress-free. We can truly relax knowing our pets, and our house, are in her care. ”
— Liz L., Santa Barbara
"I can’t recommend Kristina enough if you’re looking for a pet sitter!”
“We are so blessed to have found Kristina to take care of our 105 lb. dog. He so loves Kristina! She is such an animal lover and we feel we’re leaving him in great hands when we travel. She is warm, friendly, reliable, honest and trustworthy, so we don’t worry about anything when we go away. Kristina communicates with us by sending texts and photos of him and our home. I can’t recommend Kristina enough if you’re looking for a pet sitter! ”
— Julie R., Santa Barbara
