Time for a Walk®

Meet a few of our team members!

All Time for a Walk® employees take great pride in providing our clients' pets with first class care. Listed below is information about just a few of the dedicated professional dog walkers and pet sitters at your service.

Christina K., Owner
Christina is one of the few true natives of the DC area, having been born and raised in Alexandria, Virginia. A veteran sales and marketing professional with a passion for animals of all kinds, in 2005 Christina decided to leave the sales world and started working for a non-profit organization in the field of pet assisted therapy. In early 2007 after repeated frustration with the absence of quality, affordable pet care in Arlington, Virginia, Christina and her husband, Jonathan, founded Time for a Walk®. Christina exhibits a passion for animals that is equally matched by her determination to provide pet owners in Arlington, Alexandria City, Falls Church City and select areas of McLean with excellent services at affordable prices.

Over the course of their respective childhoods, Christina and Jonathan have had the pleasure of welcoming a variety of pets into their homes including: dogs, cats, hamsters, gerbils, guinea pigs, mice, hedgehogs, fish, rabbits, frogs, salamanders, turtles, snakes, parakeets, and even a duck and a monkey!

Christina has served as the President of the National Capital Area Professional Pet Sitters Network for two years and has served as the Vice President of the Network for two years as well. She also does some volunteer work for Best Friends and fosters kittens from the Caribbean through the Anguilla Animal Rescue Foundation.

When Christina is not running the business or meeting with new clients, she keeps busy enjoying her family and traveling.

Christina currently resides in Arlington with her husband, two children, two dogs, and cat.

Andy C., Midday Dog Walker
I was raised in a household full of many sundry dogs and cats and have lived in the DC area for most of my life. Currently, I am the co-owner and operator of a graphic design studio located in Arlington. Being a Time for a Walk® associate affords me the opportunity to get out of the stuffy office for a few hours a day and commune with nature while entertaining some canine chums. One hopes the dogs' owners are also entertained by the notoriously bad spellings in my end-of-visit notes. I get as much enjoyment out of short leisurely strolls with nose-to-the-ground dogs as I do longer speed walks with dogs who are more curious about what's up ahead. My hobbies include year-round running in all varieties of weather, and playing music. I am also the owner of a large cat named Blackie.

Sharon B., Office Assistant
I was born and raised in Arlington, and I was happy to return to the area after graduating from Virginia Tech in 2006 with a degree in English Literature. After working as a leasing specialist, then as an in-home caregiver for the elderly, I joined the Time for a Walk® team in April 2011 as a mid-day walker and pet sitter. I enjoyed walking and caring for your pets on a daily basis for a little over four years before becoming an office assistant in September 2015. Of course, I still look forward to occasional pet sits with the dogs and cats that I have bonded with over the years! In my free time, you can likely find me cooking, taking photographs around town, watching movies, or going on a long walk with my adopted best friend, Bee!

Donna S., Pet Sitter
Hi, I'm Donna, I grew up in Arlington and have always had animals in my life. At present it is just my big black lab Pitch, but I'm always looking for others to join him. I am looking forward to caring for whatever client pets may come my way. I know that leaving your pet in the care of another can be difficult, but I look forward to caring for/walking our clients' pets and giving them plenty of love and attention.

Marjorie O., Substitute Walker & Pet Sitter
A large part of my youth was spent with animals of all kinds; turtles, pigeons, a gerbil, a rabbit, a chicken, a snake, a ferret and of course the family dog. I miss having a four legged critter around and would love to adopt a dog this time, but living in a condo and working irregular hours has kept me from doing so. That's why I was thrilled to learn Time for a Walk® needed more help in the winter of 2008 and started working as a sitter. It seems every week I have a new fun story about one of my furry clients and spending time with them always puts a smile on my face!

John J., Midday Dog Walker
Right now I have one dog of my own, a Siberian Husky and I'm always glad to have her around. I had another dog, a Lab, that recently passed away whom I still miss terribly. One of the reasons I enjoy walking my Time for a Walk® dogs everyday is because deep inside I know my lab would like me to share my love for dogs with our clients' dogs while their parents are at work. I truly enjoy walking dogs and meeting their parents. I also just love being outside each day, regardless of the weather.
In my spare time I like to relax in front of the T.V., watch movies or play video games, and I always enjoy going out with friends. I also do photography and video work as time permits.

Mary L., Pet Sitter
Lucky me! I like to think I have the best job in Arlington! Every day my furry friends greet me with wild excitement. Together we explore new territory, get great exercise, experience all kinds of weather, romp and play. In just a short time I've become deeply attached to all the pets in my charge.

I grew up in rural Pennsylvania and have always loved the company of dogs and cats in my home. My job at Time for a Walk® has gifted me with an extended family of beautiful, lovable pets. It also gives me the flexibility to work with my husband in our home-based commercial real estate company.

Valerie S., Pet Sitter
Hello! I am a Northern Virginia native and have lived in Arlington for the past 15 years. Throughout my childhood, I have always had some kind of pet. As an adult, I wanted to share my love of animals with my kids. We have had countless pets from the small variety to the large; presently we have one dog and one cat. I have always enjoyed daily walks with my dog; unfortunately he has arthritis now and can't get out as much anymore, so working for Time for a Walk® has enabled me to continue my dog walking. I love the different personalities of the pets I care for and it is very rewarding to give a dog a little exercise or a cat some needed attention when their owner is unable.

AnneMarie M. , Dog Walker & Pet Sitter
I moved to Arlington with my partner Greg from the Philadelphia area where I was a social worker for 17 years working with at risk children and their families. I also volunteered at a children's crisis center where I taught the children gardening and had the opportunity to design the Center's garden. I love animals and I have always volunteered at animal shelters and once helped out on a farm where my horse was being boarded! We have a cat named Callie and we will soon be adopting a puppy. I really enjoy seeing my four legged clients; they are a joy to be with.

Jacob B. , Dog Walker & Pet Sitter
I am originally from Virginia Beach, VA but have lived several years in Alabama where I attended Auburn University and the University of Alabama in Huntsville. I am really happy to be back in my home state and teaching at Haycock Elementary School in Fairfax. As an avid animal lover, I have owned dogs and cats my whole life. Since my apartment complex does not allow for pets, I am so happy to be a part of Time for a Walk, where I can see new furry friends on a weekly basis. On my free time, I enjoy reading, hiking, biking, and watching Auburn football.

Cat D. , Mid-day Walker
I’ve been around animals almost my entire life, including dogs, cats, and several birds that I raised with my father. Originally I had hoped to major in music theory and linguistics, but life had other plans, although I’d still love to go back to study linguistics. I’ve worked jobs as diverse as event lighting, concert violist, and IT in the past. I love being around all kinds of animals and matching their energy level, and live with two adorable cats. Walking dogs is a great way to be around them, even without any in my own home right now. Outside of work, I enjoy writing and spending time with my family and friends.

Anne B., Mid-Day Dog Walker
I started dog walking and pet sitting for friends over the past few years and have enjoyed it and had fallen in love with the dogs I've cared for. I enjoy being outside and getting to know the different dogs I walk and seeing different people and places on the walks. I have a sweet indoor/outdoor cat named Sadie. She was given to me as a kitten by my friend in Richmond where I went to school at VCU and studied English literature. It's great to have a job where I can be outside, walking, and having the company of sweet dogs. I enjoy the different personalities of the dogs and appreciate that I can learn a lot from each of them. I love art, colors, exploring, reading, dance, learning, bike riding, camping and seeing things from different perspectives.

Julian S., Mid-Day Dog Walker
I'm a true Arlington native. I was born and raised right here and I haven't strayed too far. I've been around animals my entire life. There hasn't been a time that I can remember where I haven't lived with a minimum of at least 2 cats in the house. I've also had rats, hamsters, guinea pigs, lizards, and dogs. I'm currently living with 3 cats and a dog. I love being able to work for Time for a Walk because I get to meet so many animals all with different personalities. When I have downtime I like to go biking, hiking, read, watch documentaries on Netflix, or just have lazy days and explore new places, and good food with friends.

Gersohn E., Substitute Walker
I am from Massachusetts, moved to Virginia about 18 years ago and was living on Lake Ann in Louisa County, Va. I retired from being pharmacist and my love of dogs led me to TFAW. I have raised many pedigree and fostered sheltered dogs along with showing dogs in local and regional meets while I lived in Mass. Deciding to downsize my life has brought me to Northern Virginia, where my wife and our dog Patsy (a failed foster) now live in Alexandria.

Lissette B., Sub-Walker
Hello my name is Lissette, and I’m 31 and was born and raised in Fairfax, VA. I currently live in Alexandria and graduated from Edison High School and attended NVCC for business management. I have a son named Giordano and he means the world to me. I am very family oriented, and have worked at my parents restaurant (El Pueblo) since I was 15. My first dog/best friend from age 12 was a husky mix, his name was Polo. Unfortunately he passed away when I was 24. He showed me what love for a dog was. After him I’ve loved every dog out there they’re amazing beings. My parents dog another Husky mix, Shiloh came into our family as a Mother's Day gift from me to my mother. He's just like our first dog, tough but a sweetheart. My sister has a puppy and he’s always so full of energy, just like my son haha. I help take care of of Shiloh and the puppy, they’re great dogs. I’m very much a dog person they’re amazing. I will love and take care of them as if they were my own. It’s a pleasure working for TFAW and caring for your pets.

Kathy G., Midday Dog Walker
I grew up in an animal loving family, we usually had more pets than people! Growing up someone was always bringing home a dog or cat that needed a safe, loving, forever home. Sometimes that was us and sometimes we were the foster home. I have been hands on as a volunteer for many different animal rights groups and charities over the years. My parents have a TNR organization that I have worked with very closely. My favorite part of the day is walking in the door and being greeted with such excitement and happiness by my four legged family members and working for Time for a Walk, I get to do that over and over again with your four legged family members! Thank you for sharing them with me!

Anna P., Midday Dog Walker
Hi, I'm Anna and I was born and raised in Washington, D.C. and moved to Northern Virginia around 2013. I went to school in Portland, Oregon at Pacific Northwest College of Art for photography and still pursue in the arts. Growing up, my family always fostered cats and dogs from homes where their fur mom or dad couldn't take care of them so my love and care for animals have always been big and sincere. Currently, I live with 7 dogs, 2 cats, a lizard, and lots of birds! I am so grateful I get to spend my time in something that I care deeply about. When I'm not walking dogs, you can usually find me cuddled up with my cats, painting canvases, attending a good rock show, or dying my hair. Can't wait to meet and bond with your fur child!

George N., Midday Dog Walker
I'm an Arlington Native and have lived here all my life, save my years in Richmond at Virginia Commonwealth University. I have a strong connection with animals, one that neither my family nor friends has been able to explain. A natural bond has formed between my dogs, hamsters, and my Chinchilla, Dexter, just as it has with pets of friends and extended family alike. I love animals (especially dogs) and any chance I get to spend time with them is a joy!

Bryan L., Midday Dog Walker
I grew up in the Northern Virginia area and recently moved to Arlington. I've never owned a pet, but spent many weekends pet sitting/walking both cats and dogs for neighbors and even on occasion a horse. In high school for many summers I helped with a research project on Loggerhead sea turtles in Georgia. A couple of my previous jobs revolved around the outdoors (REI, climbing gym, etc.), however they limited my outside adventures. Now-a-days I take great joy rock climbing, reading, and being outside with or without a furry companion (Preferably with!).