Owner Profile

Kristina Robertson is a unique, compassionate entrepeneur who has dedicated her professional and personal life to protecting and pampering dogs since being rescued by her own pets.

Kristina founded her first business, Karing By Kristina (“KBK”), in 1991. As an early member of the National Association of Professional Pet Sitters (NAPPS), Karing By Kristina was one of the first pet sitting businesses in the metropolitan Washington, D.C., area. Kristina served on the Board of Directors for 8 years. Kristina is certified by NAPPS as a Level 2 Professional Petsitter.

Kristina and KBK are also affiliated with Pet Sitters International (PSI). KBK now has over 3,000 clients.

During the early 1990’s, Kristina also served on the Princes Georges County, MD, Animal Commission, as a pet advocate, and provided services to the Prince Georges County Animal Shelter, Allbreed Pet Rescue and placed numerous animals abandoned to her pet sitting service. She works with the Alexandria Animal Welfare Society to advance their efforts for all animals care.

In addition to her ever growing pet sitting business KBK, Kristina is the proud owner of Barkley Square Bakery and Boutique. This charming waterfront establishment prides itself on providing dogs and their owners with the most up to the minute innovative canine accoutrements. From birthday cakes and specialty treats to couture outfits and bling jewels, Barkley caters to the well being and enhancement of a dog's life.  Kristina has become an active member of the Alexandria, VA, Chamber of Commerce, Alexandria City Visitors Association (ACVA), and is a board member of the Old Town Business Development Association (OTBDA), through which she works to enhance the pet friendly atmosphere of the community.  Kristina's newest membership is withh the Old Town Civic Association, Inc. (OTCV), where she works with the residents to preserve the historical and residential character of "Old Town" and to plan for a the general improvement of the area.

Kristina currently resides in Alexandria, VA with her husband, Grayson, and their five"children", Tasmania, Cocoa, Gigi, Trooper and Stretch.