Laura F.
Laura F.
Contact for Drop-In Visits
from $35 per visit
Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.
Highlights
Pet care experience
The Singing Sitter (24/7)
Hello Neighbor! Serving Downtown MPLS and North-loop. I’m your Hyper-local animal caregiver: a 1.5 mile radius. Reach out! •I stick to your animal’s schedule as default! This is vastly different than most sitters, who give a time-frame for check-in’s or walks. •Pet Insurance- fully Insured! •All dogs for Dog Walking/Stays are trained not to pull when leash walking. •Methods are Reward based (pets, treats, clicker/good noise (squeaky toy, exc) •Hyper-local If you need something last minute, reach out!! •10+ hours of care for sits! Plus 3-4 daily walks included •Member of Paws and Claws Pet toy Lending Library (with professional cleaning) •Toys and Games for your pet- Dog Bubbles, Fresh Catnip (seasonal), Catnip Bubbles, Cognitive Puzzles, exc. •Training Touch Ups- Using your commands to strengthen what they know (yes, even cats). •Photos and Videos + daily detailed physical updates for all clients. •Special touches- local partners and excursions for your animals you won’t find elsewhere. “It’s like a vacation for her while I’m on vacation”-Nicole, customer. About me: Raised as a foster for greyhounds, I fell in love with animals and helped them heal from the trauma of racetracks. Working with service dog training programs and volunteering at farm sanctuaries worldwide. I had chickens fully my responsibility in Kindergarten- they were family and we climbed trees together. Through them I developed my bond to animals. For a time, I even had my own dog walking service- it was my first job! and I have come a long way since then. I also along the way owned and managed a bakery (yes, we made dog treats), was a flight attendant (Endeavor Airlines: Delta Connection) and became a runner (somehow). In my spare time I enjoy traveling, reading, singing (Chappell Roan, Em Beihold, Showtoons), eating way too much Hummus (impossible) and organizing community events. I’m also vegan (16 years). I strive to be the best caregiver to your animals, so am constantly learning through them and reading. I’m also going to school to be an animal behavior trainer- if I’m between sits or walking (without an animal) I will likely be listening to an audiobook, handing out business cards or running. I run daily at least 3 miles. I do not wear earbuds when with an animal. My dream is to surround myself with compassionate animals and humans. If you are part of that equation: I’d love to be a part of your pet's routine. Let's connect and make that happen.
Cat care experience

Laura also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Safety, trust & environment
I require an initial visit before taking on a client. Observing, asking questions and writing notes is a huge part of my process. •Staying with your animal and giving them the same schedule as typical, making the transition easier for them in their home environment. •Tailored services to your pet’s needs. •Checking for ticks and cuts/scrapes after walks. •FULLY INSURED. This ensures if something does happen, you are covered even further than Rover’s policy.
Ratings and reviews
Laura is super professional to her human clients (us) and a wonderful companion to our dog, Otto. She communicates well with us, sends videos, and generally keeps us up to date. Otto loves her!

Laura has been great with Gus! She really takes the extra steps to help the dog and owner feel comfortable.

Laura was amazing with Gus! She even stopped by early to learn commands and get to know him. She seems to really cares about her customers and is a wonderful walker!

Laura was a wonderful sitter for Finn. Lots of photos and updates provided for my peace of mind. She took him on lots of walks and gave him the attention and stimulation he needs. I will absolutely hire Laura again in the future!

Laura was so wonderful to work with. She communicated well, was always on time, and was very sweet with our dog. We would definitely use her again.

Laura is absolutely amazing! She took care of our 2 cats while we were overseas for our wedding and honeymoon. She will be our go to going forward whenever we need someone to watch our fur babies. Her attention to details, care for animals, and lovely personality cannot be beat. I highly recommend Laura to watch anyone’s pets!


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Schedule
A full time animal caregiver through both Rover and my own business (by the same name). Being Hyperlocal has perks: all visits (walks, check-in’s) are scheduled in hour increments with 15 minutes travel time (3pm, 4pm,exc) so animals always get a minimum 30 minutes outdoor time, and my average is closer to 45 minutes. •I do not do shorter visits than 30 minutes. Studies show that 30-60 minutes of cognitive interaction daily with both Dogs and Cats greatly benefits them- even if your animal isn’t social. Anecdotally, I often spend the same or MORE time with animals who aren’t social because I’m engaging in brain games or setting up activities for them throughout their day. •You will get a text from me when I am on my way over as well as pictures (often videos) with every visit. • I send a lock-up/summary text unless asked otherwise. •Have never canceled on a booked client. Ever. Pet Care is extremely physically active with anywhere between 2-6 walks scheduled daily, I will refer you to other walkers or care if you reach out and I’m full. My daily mileage is no lower than 9 miles with an average of 14. In the summer this can be more like 22 miles with 7-9 miles of biking. I eat a nutrient dense vegan diet and do not drink, prioritizing recovery and nutrition research so I do not get sick.
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.
