Laura P.
Laura P.
Highlights
Pet care experience
Your fur baby’s new bestie 🐾
I am well experienced in dog sitting, boarding, drop ins, and walking, having done this type of work since a young age, but more consistently in the last four years. I have also had the privilege of dog & house sitting for THS in various locations from London to South Carolina USA. I have extensive experience with rescue dogs who suffer with behavioural issues like resource guarding, aggression and reactivity. I have been on the receiving end of that “I just need a break” feeling and would love to use my skills and knowledge to help other dog owners who perhaps are in a similar situation. Don’t ever worry about this being an “issue”. Having so much experience with high prey drive dogs in the past I am also confident fitting muzzles, or continuing any ongoing muzzle training where required with a positive reinforcement approach. If your dog is pretty chill, lazy, placid or easy going- great! I’m open to help care for any dog regardless of their temperament, energy levels, training requirements, etc. I am very big on dog training, so more than happy to incorporate what I know into my appointments, and/or continue with any training owners currently have, for example, loose leash walking, cooperative care, impulse control, obedience and recall.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
It's very reassuring having Laura look after our dogs. They clearly are happy in her company and we will be glad to book her again
Laura is excellent with my French Bulldog. She is timid and often needs extra love and attention before warming to a new person. Laura was great with her and I think has made a human friend for life - she loves her!!! I will say she followed all my instructions to a T. One of the only people I trust alone with my dog. Thanks for everything.
Laura has looked after our 2 boys on several occasions and has always treated them as her own. Even when one of our dogs was young and behaving difficultly and after he had a hip replacement she has always provided loving and sensitive care and is always patient. I would highly recommend Laura and never hesitate to ask her to care for the boys again in the future.
Laura is a diligent and responsible person, particularly when it comes to pet care. She wants to know the ins and outs of what it takes to look after a person’s pet to make sure they are cared for and loved the way they deserve. She doesn’t see them as something you just walk and feed then ignore, she truly loves spending quality time with them.
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Schedule
Dogs love predictability & structure and this is very important for their nervous systems. I’m happy to help integrate with your dogs routine where possible!
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
Boarding in my home: I have a fenced, fully secure back garden that any dog in my care will have access to. The kitchen looks out on to the garden, so I can keep a close eye on your fur baby at all times. If a dog is in my care they will never just be left alone to find their own fun- always in my line of sight and properly watched after. I also have a crate for anyone who would prefer their dogs to maintain their crate training routine. This can be especially helpful for any dogs who have a tendency to be destructive or pick up and eat things they shouldn’t around the house, which can pose potential safety concerns. I have a comprehensive understanding of dog body language, able to confidently tell if they are communicating signals of happiness, stress, excitement and warnings.
A typical day
Every dog is individual and it’s important to understand the needs of each with a tailored approach to walking, playing and training. I like to assess each dog on a case by case basis to ensure I’m meeting their needs appropriately. For example extremely high energy dogs will require plenty exercise, play and lots of enrichment. Some other dogs just love to sleep! 🏠 House sitting: Following your usual routine. Includes walks. Happy to water your plants and keep up with basic cleaning tasks. 🌒 Boarding: Your dogs usual routine, just at a home away from home. Includes walks! 🐶 Drop in visits: Whatever you need in this time frame consider it done. Whether that’s taking the dogs out to the garden for a toilet break, feeding them lunch, or providing an enrichment activity. 🚶🏻♀️Walks: Your usual route or an adventure to a new park. You name it!