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Laura D.

4.8 out of 5 stars
1 repeat client
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Laura D.

4.8 out of 5 stars
1 repeat client

Contact for Boarding

from $95 per night

Highlights

Basic background check
25 years of experience
Home full time
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

I speak dog! (Learning cat as I go)

I've raised a Black Lab of my own and helped raised countless other dogs. (English Mastiffs, Dachshunds, Retrievers, Pitbulls and other mixed breeds) For several years I was an apprentice to a canine behaviorist who specialized in dogs with anxiety and aggression. I obtained a great deal of knowledge in how to make these special needs dogs feel comfortable. You can be assured your pup is in good hands with me as I understand their needs and treat each animal with the respect they deserve. I understand that every pet is different and they all have different quirks. I'm also a photographer so don't be surprised if you end up with a couple dozen portraits of your pooches! :) (Holiday rates may vary) (Cat care also available: in home overnights, daily visits)

Cat care experience

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I love photographing your cat

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

Qualifications

1 repeat pet parent
96% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
50% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

4.8
stars
12 ratings
Leslie R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Mar 29, 2024

Laura was phenomenal with our dog Roxie. We think she is fabulous and will absolutely ask her to help us on our next trip. She is kind, caring and understands dogs. An added bonus is that she is an excellent photographer. She left us a beautiful card with print photos. In addition, she created an online album for us. Many of the shots are artistic and she was able to capture Roxie's character in addition to her good looks. Laura also took great care of the house. For us it is a bit unnerving to go away for 11 days and leave the house unattended. May I also add she was a great communicator throughout the whole process. Lovely lady and person. Highly recommend!

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Chris B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jul 23, 2023

Laura was fantastic, took time to keep me updated with photos and how each visit was going. I would highly recommend Laura for anyone needing help with their fur babies.

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Sarah M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • May 18, 2018

Laura came through in a flash, and was great with our very energetic terrier... thank you so much Laura!

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Ryan O.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Mar 02, 2018

Laura was amazing. She made every things so easy and bent over backwards for my scheduling with Spock since I'm a nurse in the Navy and my hours / my location change so much. Highly recommended. Spock loves it there

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David M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Dec 05, 2017

Laura was exactly what I was looking for. Highly recommended! She really knows her stuff when it comes to caring for dogs. My pup can be difficult to deal with, but I felt completely at ease about leaving him with Laura for a few days. And when I returned, she had a number of tips and advice for me to help him be a happier healthy dog in the future. Thank you so much Laura.

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Claudia L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 20, 2017

Laura was great with my needy and very sensitive fur baby. I will be definitely using her services again

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Schedule

I work remotely as a digital creator. I do photography and videography and make my own schedule so I am flexible to meet your needs. I can visit once or twice a day or stay over. You decide.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I have experience working with all types of dogs so you can trust me to keep yours safe no matter what their age, breed, size or personality. Special needs dogs are no problem!

A typical day

Walks, treats, cuddles and photoshoots are all a part of our day! I will adapt to whatever your pet's regular schedule is. I am very flexible.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time
Laura can host up to 2 pets per night
All breeds welcome! Puppies, seniors and everything in between! I have an uncanny ability to recognize their needs and moods. I let dogs be dogs. (I work with cat owners, too!)
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.