Laura D.
Amherst, NY
Professional, experienced, caring.
Pet care experience
I have been caring for and about pets since as long as I can remember. I have almost 10 years of professional pet sitting and doggie daycare experience under my belt as well almost 10 years of teaching groups classes as well as private lessons for dog training. Prior to my professional, career orientated, experience I have been watching pets for friends and family since i was 17. I was actively involved in the animal rescue world for 10 years starting when I was 18. Your pet will be treated as one of my own and will integrate into my household with my family right alongside my pets. I will adhere to your household rules. If your pets are allowed on furniture, not a problem my couch is basically an oversized bed for my own pets. If you prefer your pets not be on furniture I will discourage that with them to not send them home with any bad habits. I have had many repeat clients over the years and have loved them all as I do my own pets.
Reviews
Laura was great! Very responsive and flexible and I got picture updates throughout the day. My dog had a blast!
Laura has taken care of my cats for over 10 years. I trust her implicitly to care for them. One of my cats has a chronic health condition that requires medication, which she gives him while I’m away. I am a veterinarian and I highly recommend Laura as a pet sitter.
Had to take a last minute trip to Chicago and needed to board my two year old German Shepard Koda for 4 days. I was pleased to find out Laura was offering boarding services. My teenage daughter took Koda to a puppy obedience class where Laura was the trainer. I remember Laura being very engaging with the dogs and owners and leaving my daughter and I with a great foundation of training techniques that assisted with Koda becoming the well trained dog she is today. I’ve never boarded my dog before and Laura quickly made me feel I was making the right choice with our communications over the phone and introducing Koda to her home. Laura went above and beyond providing a fun, safe, and cozy stay for Koda. Laura had other dogs on location which provided Koda with a lot of dog company professionally supervised by Laura. I felt very comfortable leaving Koda with Laura. Laura sent me pictures and videos of Koda enjoying her stay every day and Laura quickly responded to all my text messages checking in. Laura even trimmed Koda nails and offered to show me how safety and properly trim her nails. I will definitely use Laura again for any boarding needs with Koda. Laura is top notch and provides your dogs stay with that personal touch that makes Laura an excellent choice for your needs.
Laura was fantastic with our two boys! We were impressed from the very start. She did a great job handling the meet and greet, making sure the boys were comfortable in her home and around her family. While we were on vacation, she regularly checked in, sending us pictures and videos each day. I would highly recommend Laura. We will definitely be repeat clients!
About Laura D.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
My yard is fully fenced to allow for lots of outdoor playtime (weather permitting) as well as frequent potty breaks. While your furbaby is with me they will be able to play with my 2 friendly and respectful dogs. During the warm weather months your pup can enjoy the kiddie pool or learn some new tricks with agility equipment. Pets are never left unsupervised while outside and will be crated for their safety when necessary. I remove collars to avoid any risks either in a crate or during play. I REQUIRE all dogs be current and on flea and tick prevention as well as up to date on rabies and dhpp vaccines with proof provided. I HIGHLY encourage the bordetella and leptospirosis vaccines but they are not a requirement. Your dog's safety and happiness is my number 1 priority.
Home
Information Laura D. would like to know about your pet
If you dog has any behavioral issues such as resource guarding, food aggression, separation anxiety, etc. please let me know ahead of time. If your dog will require any medications especially time sensitive medications please let me know ahead of time. If your dog has had any recent injuries or has a history of pica or blockages, uti's, etc please let me know ahead of time.
A typical day
I have a fenced yard with agility equipment. I have plenty of food puzzles, kongs, slow feeders and other brain work stimulating equipment. Regardless of weather your dog will be kept engaged and given breaks when needed. When weather permits we will have as much outside time as possible.
Services
Laura can host
Laura can watch in your home
Availability
I have recently resigned from my employment that took me away from the home for longer hours so that I may focus on pet sitting at a full time level. I am home full time now to allow caring for your baby to be my main priority. My repeat clients have become an extention of my own family. I love and care for all the pets as if they are my own. I can often times accomodate last minute requests for REPEAT clients as a meet and greet will no longer be needed. Meet and greet is a mandatory requirement for any new clients. I do request that drop off and pick up be completed no later than 8 pm, 7 pm being preferred latest time. Daycare is only offered from the hours of 7am to 6 pm. Any booking requests past 6 pm should and will be considered boarding. The latest accepted drop off or pick up times is 7 pm. Thank you for your understanding.
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About Laura D.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
My yard is fully fenced to allow for lots of outdoor playtime (weather permitting) as well as frequent potty breaks. While your furbaby is with me they will be able to play with my 2 friendly and respectful dogs. During the warm weather months your pup can enjoy the kiddie pool or learn some new tricks with agility equipment. Pets are never left unsupervised while outside and will be crated for their safety when necessary. I remove collars to avoid any risks either in a crate or during play. I REQUIRE all dogs be current and on flea and tick prevention as well as up to date on rabies and dhpp vaccines with proof provided. I HIGHLY encourage the bordetella and leptospirosis vaccines but they are not a requirement. Your dog's safety and happiness is my number 1 priority.
Home
Information Laura D. would like to know about your pet
If you dog has any behavioral issues such as resource guarding, food aggression, separation anxiety, etc. please let me know ahead of time. If your dog will require any medications especially time sensitive medications please let me know ahead of time. If your dog has had any recent injuries or has a history of pica or blockages, uti's, etc please let me know ahead of time.
A typical day
I have a fenced yard with agility equipment. I have plenty of food puzzles, kongs, slow feeders and other brain work stimulating equipment. Regardless of weather your dog will be kept engaged and given breaks when needed. When weather permits we will have as much outside time as possible.
Location
Amherst, NY
Pets
Laura D.
Amherst, NY