Laura D.
Laura D.
Contact for Boarding
from $80 per night
Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.
Highlights
Pet care experience
Doggy Door, Fenced Yard, WFH Oh My!
Hi there! I live in a quiet neighborhood with a cozy home and a fenced backyard with a doggy door. I work from home running my own online business, so your furry child will have plenty of company and attention. I take one family at a time to make sure every dog feels safe, comfortable, and truly cared for. For added peace of mind, I attach Apple tracking devices to collars, giving an extra layer of protection that keeps everything running smoothly and stress-free. I’m attentive and reliable and happy to send plenty of photo updates so you can stay connected throughout their stay. Bring on the snuggles, walks, and playtime. I can’t wait to meet them!
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
Very responsive and helpful. We needed a sitter on short notice to house our dogs overnight so we could attend a concert we came to Portland for. Laura was quick to respond, easy to work with. Laura has a great set up. Tall, private fence for the back yard. She was very caring and attentive to the pups. Sent us some great pictures in the evening and morning. We are so grateful for getting a night out together. If/when we come back through Portland, we will look up Laura again.
We're so happy to have found Laura to watch Barkley. He can be a lot - a bull in a china shop. But he clearly liked Laura from the start and she kept him perfectly comfortable, calm and safe while she had him. Boarding has been the most stressful part of travel for me recently because I really worry about him. I could tell he was just too stressed out in traditional kennel situations, so I'm thrilled to find someone so competent, kind and caring to watch over him so we can go out of town and have fun without worry. 10/10 recommend (but don't hog her time - we need her!!)
Laura was amazing with Miki! Miki takes a second to warm up with new people and Laura was so good with him. He became comfortable so fast!
Laura took such good care of our sweet puppy! We had great communication throughout our trip and although we were anxious about leaving our pup with someone, she went above and beyond to make sure Ellie was well taken care of and we were updated. Would highly recommend!
Laura was great! This was my first time leaving my two dogs with Laura and I’m always very anxious to leave them with someone new. Laura was very understanding and sent cute photos whenever I asked. My boys were always snuggling and seemed relaxed and happy during their stay. Thanks Laura!
Laura did a wonderful job caring for my dog. She was very responsive and sent pictures and updates. I had great peace of mind knowing that my dog was so comfortable with Laura. Many thanks!
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Schedule
I work from home and spend most of my time here, so caring for pets naturally fits into my daily routine. For dogs, you can expect two walks each day, one in the morning and one in the evening, plus plenty of companionship in between. I’m always nearby to provide regular check-ins, playtime, and affection throughout the day, making sure your dog feels safe, comfortable, and happy.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
At my home, dogs have easy access to a large fenced backyard through the doggy door, making it a safe and fun space. I balance activity and rest to fit each dog’s needs, whether that’s extra play for active pups or cozy lounging for seniors. Since I don’t have any pets of my own, your dog will have my full attention. For added peace of mind, I attach Apple tracking devices to collars to help keep everything running smoothly and stress-free. When caring for pets in a client’s home, I follow their established routines closely, including feeding, walks, and playtime. I also send plenty of photo updates so you can feel at ease while you’re away.
A typical day
A typical day might include fetch, hide and seek, snuggles on the couch (if your dog is cuddly), and walks around the neighborhood to check out all the new smells. Many of the neighbors are avid gardeners, so there’s always something interesting to explore. Your dog will be treated like part of the family. They’re welcome on the furniture and can starfish in my bed at night if that’s where they feel most comfortable. :)
- 0 to 15 lbs16 to 40 lbs41 to 100 lbsDogs over 1 year oldSpayed and neutered dogs onlyNo females in heatTakes only 1 client at a timeLaura can host up to 3 pets per night
- Please let me know your dog’s energy level, potty habits, barking tendencies, and any anxiety or stress triggers. I’d also love to hear their favorite activities and any food restrictions or special feeding instructions.
- These prices are for 1 dog.
Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.
Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.