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Laura A.

4.9 out of 5 stars
18 repeat clients
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Laura A.

4.9 out of 5 stars
18 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $40 per night

Highlights

Basic background check
28 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication
Special needs experience

Pet care experience

Nash's Playground and Keennels

* Now offering Fi collars during stay, GPS/Health tacking during your stay! I have owned dogs and cats my whole life and love taking care of them! Since I'm a student, I will be available to provide a service I thoroughly enjoy doing and giving my 3/4 time at home with your pet. I have a wonderful "home away from home" for your fury family member. I'm also close to a wonderful new fenced in dog park, which is large and well shaded. There's plenty of room for running, a game of fetch and meeting new friends. I spoil my animals so please don't hesitate to come with a long care list and lots of luggage. I'll spoil your lovely fury baby just as I do mine. I also have an XL metal kennel (perfect condition) and stainless steel bowls for your precious pup. If you do kennel at night and don't want to lug your kennel around, no fear I have one here! I Have training treats to help keep up with training at home or teach new commands. I also have a very clean and calming living room to set up their crate or dog bed right the futon where I sleep if they get scared or feel alone. I send tons of pictures, videos and updates daily. Feel free to contact me for any questions or a meet and greet. I hope to hear from you soon! I take last minute bookings or if you need an extra night because life happens… No Problem! 😉

Cat care experience

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Kitty Kat Play house

Laura also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Qualifications

18 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
28 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

4.9
stars
84 ratings
Debbie L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Feb 18, 2026

Laura treated our dogs well. She sent us pictures thru ought the weekend which was nice. And they seemed very happy when we got home. Plus she was an excellent house guest by washing the sheets and towels before we got home.

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Charlene C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Nov 17, 2025

Absolute 10 Stars!!! Laura saved our butts! She gave our Little the time of his life and even did some potty training with him. My baby had not been around others besides his brother but he was able to adapt to the other pals. My wife and I had a Branson experience planned for my birthday and our dog sitter canceled while we were in route to drop Little off. I panicked a bit but quickly remembered there’s an app that caters to dog needs. I went on a search messaging as many people as I can and whoever responded first was the winner. Laura responded first and sounded super enthusiastic so her energy gave me good vibes. I paid and booked the boarding and felt t ease. While driving from KC to Branson, we learned quickly that Laura was an hour and 15 mins the OPPOSITE DIRECTION. We had already paid and really needed this vacation so we just kept the reservation. This was the BEST decision we made. I tell that story to say I would drive out of my way to bring my baby back to Laura. I trust her fully with my baby. The pictures, videos, updates, just including us in their memories was so special. Thank you again Laura!!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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Lisa B.
2.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 06, 2025

Laura has been the best sitter. We have used her service for a couple of years. This last visit caused some concerns. I called Laura and left a voicemail message. I also texted her to find a good time to speak over the phone about those concerns. She responded via text that she would get back to me sometime over the next couple of days. I never heard from her. To say I am disappointed is an understatement.

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Ying T.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 25, 2025

Laura was amazing with Rosy and sent us many videos and photos. We were in town for a funeral and she watched rosy during the 6 days, which eased our minds a lot.

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Ying T.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Jul 25, 2025

Laura was great with Rosy and sent us many photos and videos. She was available at the last minute and very accommodating.

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Steve W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 22, 2025

Laura did a great job for us and our dog, Reggie. She is an animal lover and that was apparent from the beginning and Reggie took to her immediately. She has a large backyard that is perfect for dogs, with toys and pools to keep them cool. She was kind enough to bring Reggie back to our home so we didn't have to drive to Aurora to pick him up. I highly recommend her!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

Monday 8:30-6pm gone (Mother here 10-6) Tuesday 11am-3pm class Wednesday: 8:30-4pm (check 11:30-1:30) Thursday: home all day Friday: 2-10pm Sat 9:30-1pm Sunday: 6-2pm On weekends my employee or mother are her with the dogs while I am at work 2-10pm for morning shifts dog are outside playing and go in at 12

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 3 dogs, 3 cats
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I have a 1/3 of an acre with a six foot privacy fence for the dogs to play safely and not get loose. There is a standard poodle sized dog house my shed is open and clean, the patio for the shed has a dog bed, a box of toys, my back patio has dog beds/matts, I also have a huge water troth for the dogs ( pyranese,labs, breeds who need lot of water). On hot days i set up the kiddie pool for water play. They are free to roam outside and have kennels and couch for inside time. Fed indoors after potty break am. I have tons of toys indoor and out in all sizes and for all ages and play. I have plush toys, super chewer toys, as well as teething toys for pups and ropes, balls etc. I clean, wash sanitize between bookings. My yard is treated every three months for fleas and ticks.

Pets

A typical day

5am potty 5:15-5:30 breakfast 6:30-11am outside time 11-1pm nap time 1-3pm play time & potty 3-4 nap time 4-4:30 potty 4:30-5 dinner time 5:30-6:30 play and potty 8:30/9 Bedtime

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Laura can host up to 6 pets per night
I have experience with deaf, blind and ones who are handicapable! I’ll take young, old, healthy or had a bad run of luck. I love the all the same and am a very attentive nurturing animal lover.
Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.