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Laela C.

Bowie, MD

7 reviews
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Extreme Animal Lover! Playful & fun

Pet care experience

I have a small family run pet sitting business "Thunderstorms Pug-Pet Pals" with over 35 years experience with all kinds of animals. We offer a variety of pet care needs as well as house sitting and in-house boarding within our family home (absolutely no kennel ever!) Excellent references & bonded. Especially skilled with young puppies and senior dogs & cats. Offering free consultations with a 5th visit at NO charge for NEW clients. We strive to make sure that your pet companion has a chance to play everyday while you are away! We look forward to meeting you and your fur babies soon! Please visit our website or contact us to set up a meet & greet. Drop in visits and Holiday visits welcome! With daily text updates & pics on how your pet is doing.

Reviews

Amy G.
Sep 27, 2018

Not only is Laela an amazing breeder, she is a wonderful caregiver for dogs. We spoke several times prior to my vacation so that she would be informed regarding my dog, Lulu's, routines and preferences. Laela happily included Lulu in her family's routines. For instance, Lulu is used to sleeping in bed with me and Laela assured me without hesitation that Lulu could sleep with her. She was in constant contact with me, sending me texts and photos of Lulu to let me know how she was adjusting since it was her first time away from me. I felt very comfortable and at ease knowing Lulu was in the care of someone who is so loving and responsible. I would not hesitate to use Laela to care for my dog again. It is the best home away from home for Lulu and I know Lulu would love to go back to Laela's home again!

Maria F.
Sep 26, 2018

Laela is, without question, our first choice when we need a dog sitter. She has watched our dog, Lily, almost every time we go out of town, a couple of times for a period of over two weeks. Each time we come visit, Lily gets so excited to see Laela that she leaps out of my arms to greet her. Laela actually does care for each pet she watches as if they were her own, and always sends us home with lots of treats! Above all, Laela is trustworthy and reliable, and my dog loves her. I would be happy to provide personal references upon request.

Kenneth W.
Sep 26, 2018

Well I suppose I am a little biased as I have had absolutely stellar interactions with Laela but I love animals as well & I certainly would not support her if she was not as caring & loving as she is! In fact the way Laela runs her business is more like working with family. She tracks the care that her customers show to their pets. She is VERY disciplined about schedules & obligations. Even her children absolutely adore pets. Her home is always filled with a large mix of various animals who find the nurturing environment leads to new friendships & less fights! Her loving visitors are NEVER kept in small cages, or threatened with discipline, there is no need as everyone is safe, well fed and secure! I wholly endorse Laela & her pet care activities. She is the absolute BEST you could find! Your loving pet will have even better care than you can give with the sweet, thoughtful & serious care that Laela gives!

Mark P.
Sep 25, 2018

I can't think of a better caregiver to dogs than Laela Cottone. I've known her all her life and even as a child she had a special rapport with all animals including dogs. She has always had pugs and after she was married there were never less than four or five pugs of all ages at her house and she eventually became a fine pug breeder much respected in the Pug Community with many satisfied customers. She has cared for my dogs - terriers and pugs - a number of times and they always returned from Laela's care brighter, bouncier and healthier than when they left. Without reserve, I can recommend Laela Cottone as a dog caregiver.

About Laela C.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds in under 12 hours

Skills

35 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 6 dogs
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Laela C. would like to know about your pet

I love all breeds. I have a special fondness for small breeds especially pugs. But I like a lot of larger breeds to. I have previously owned a English Bull dog, a boxer and a dalmatian. So lota of experience with all breeds. I want to know if they are neutered/spayed. Good with other dogs/ aggressive/ shy/anxious and how well they do with other dogs/animals. Up to date vaccines a must!

A typical day

I love to go on walks around the local bike paths and pond. Happy to make doggy trips to the dog park and have fun with other dogs or just lounging around in our fenced in yard which has a secure gated pool for dogs who like to swim.

Services

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

Laela can host

0 to 15 lbs

Laela can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

About Laela C.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds in under 12 hours

Skills

35 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 6 dogs
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Laela C. would like to know about your pet

I love all breeds. I have a special fondness for small breeds especially pugs. But I like a lot of larger breeds to. I have previously owned a English Bull dog, a boxer and a dalmatian. So lota of experience with all breeds. I want to know if they are neutered/spayed. Good with other dogs/ aggressive/ shy/anxious and how well they do with other dogs/animals. Up to date vaccines a must!

A typical day

I love to go on walks around the local bike paths and pond. Happy to make doggy trips to the dog park and have fun with other dogs or just lounging around in our fenced in yard which has a secure gated pool for dogs who like to swim.

Location

Bowie, MD

Laela C.'s Neighborhood

Pets

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Laela C.

Bowie, MD

7 reviews