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Laura K.

Star Sitter

Newton, NJ

5.0 out of 5 stars
27 reviews
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Laura K. has Star Sitter status

The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.

Here for your furbaby's needs!

Pet care experience

Hey there! I have had the honor of having dogs and cats since I was 16 years old. I have also had ferrets, bunnies, and hedgehogs, so exotic pets can be tended to as well. My pets are my children (I currently have 2 dogs and 2 cats) and I would love to help with yours. I have also helped foster dogs a few times, especially over the holidays. I am available most evenings after 5pm and most weekends (all day) to either house sit or walk/cuddle/feed/play with your pets while you are away. I also am able to give animals their oral medicine (not shots) if necessary. I do not have special skills but my love for animals is why I'd like to help with yours! I am more than happy to do a quick meet and greet with you and your furbaby prior to any service you schedule, just message me a time and place! I will gladly provide pictures/video of the time spent with your pet and a brief summary of the daily activities to ensure your confidence in the pet care I provide. I want to make sure you feel comfortable and that your pet is safe and loved. My two dogs are crate trained, so I can crate your animals if needed. I am comfortable taking them for walks in your neighborhood. If you have a fenced in yard, I am happy to run them around and have play time. I can clean up after both cats and dogs, if needed. If you have commands you want encouraged, I can rehearse them with your animals to keep training consistent. I want you to know your pet will be loved and adored when I am taking care of them and that they are having fun!

Reviews

Laurie O.
House Sitting • Mar 25, 2024
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Never a worry when I know Laura is taking care of our senior bulldog and three cats.

Betty C.
House Sitting • Oct 05, 2023
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Laura is wonderful - I would highly recommend her. She is an excellent caregiver and I feel extremely comfortable leaving my Abby in her care.

Betty C.
Drop-In Visits • Jun 08, 2023
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Laura was amazing. I am so happy we found her.

Danielle G.
House Sitting • Apr 16, 2023
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Laura was amazing! Super sweet. Great communicator. Stayed in touch with us every step of the way. Sent pics and left our house just as we left it. Will definitely be rebooking her!

About Laura K.

Communication

9 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

21 years of experience
Oral medication administration
First aid/CPR
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I will treat your furbaby with love and compassion when they are in my care. I am able to crate your dog if you crate train, I will never take your dog outside without a leash, and I am always going to ensure their safety. My goal is to make them (and you!) feel at ease with me in your home, taking care of your pet and to distract them from your absence. When housesitting, I like to keep to your schedule as much as possible so I will ask you tons of questions!

Information Laura K. would like to know about your pet

Please provide their vaccination information and have available for me in case of an emergency. Do they have allergies or are they skittish? Is there anything they don't like? Do they have issues with small children, other animals, strangers, vehicles driving by? Are there cues or commands you want used specifically? Are there certain behaviors you don't want them doing (ie being on the couch/bed, no human food)? Are there certain treats they can have? Meal times? Potty times? Bed times (all of mine are ready and in the bedroom by 9:30pm, believe it or not!)? Who is the family vet/where is it located in case of emergency?

A typical day

I will help stimulate your furbaby mentally and physically. We will play games like fetch or tug o'war. We will walk or run throughout your neighborhood or backyard with lots of pets and belly rubs. I will ensure your pet has plenty of food and water as well.

Services

House Sitting
in your home
$45per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$24per visit
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$19per walk

Laura can watch in your home

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

Availability

I currently work a full-time job from 830am-5pm M-F in Sparta, so I am available for evening drop-ins/housesitting and over the weekends. Please see my calendar for availabilities, I try to keep it as up to date as possible for you.

Available
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Calendar last updated 3 days ago
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About Laura K.

Communication

9 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

21 years of experience
Oral medication administration
First aid/CPR
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I will treat your furbaby with love and compassion when they are in my care. I am able to crate your dog if you crate train, I will never take your dog outside without a leash, and I am always going to ensure their safety. My goal is to make them (and you!) feel at ease with me in your home, taking care of your pet and to distract them from your absence. When housesitting, I like to keep to your schedule as much as possible so I will ask you tons of questions!

Information Laura K. would like to know about your pet

Please provide their vaccination information and have available for me in case of an emergency. Do they have allergies or are they skittish? Is there anything they don't like? Do they have issues with small children, other animals, strangers, vehicles driving by? Are there cues or commands you want used specifically? Are there certain behaviors you don't want them doing (ie being on the couch/bed, no human food)? Are there certain treats they can have? Meal times? Potty times? Bed times (all of mine are ready and in the bedroom by 9:30pm, believe it or not!)? Who is the family vet/where is it located in case of emergency?

A typical day

I will help stimulate your furbaby mentally and physically. We will play games like fetch or tug o'war. We will walk or run throughout your neighborhood or backyard with lots of pets and belly rubs. I will ensure your pet has plenty of food and water as well.

Location

Newton, NJ

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Laura K.

Star Sitter

Newton, NJ

5.0 out of 5 stars
27 reviews