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Laura Q.

Encino, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•57 reviews
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Passionate About Pet Care

Pet care experience

Hi there! My name is Laura, I'm a nurse (trying to get licensed in California) with a passion for caring for animals. I have worked with animal rescues in Puerto Rico to re-home stray dogs. Caring for rescue dogs and nursing them back to health to find them loving forever homes. I moved from the North Hollywood area to Encino and look forward to meeting new pups! I am passionate when it comes to animal care and ensuring that your animal is safe, comfortable, and well looked after is always my priority. I have the most experience with dogs, having grown up with them and educated myself on dog behavior through reading Patricia McConnell's engaging novels and further research, I am confident in my ability to anticipate any and all needs they may have. I RARELY take last minute requests and ONLY in the case where I have met or cared for your dog previously. I require at least a week advance notice for NEW clients so a meet and greet can be scheduled before confirming. Please feel free to send me a message even if my calendar says I'm unavailable during that time. I NEVER accept last minute requests from NEW clients for HOUSE SITTING OR DROP-IN VISITS.

Reviews

Amanda F.
House Sitting • Mar 23, 2024
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Laura was great with our nervous rescue dog and kept us updated with pictures and check ins throughout our trip. We look forward to using her again.

SENA L.
Dog Walking • Jan 12, 2024
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Laura is awesome!

Lindsay M.
House Sitting • Jan 03, 2024
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Laura was a great house/pet sitter the week of the holidays, allowing me to travel home to see my loved ones! She kept me up to date with daily behavior/mood reports on Teddy, as well as pics. Came home to a clean house and a happy dog. Would 100% book again!

SENA L.
Dog Walking • Dec 18, 2023
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Laura is amazing! She is so good with my 7mos puppy who is very shy and timid, now my pup loves her so much. I have not seen my pup open up to someone that quickly and I can tell that Laura is a person who genuinely loves dogs. I would definitely recommend her to friends and family.

About Laura Q.

Communication

29 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

5 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

While caring for a dog or cat in the owners home I'll respect the owners wishes in how and what they allow their dog to do indoors as well as try and keep the dog on a similar daily schedule.

Home

Lives in an apartment
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

Information Laura Q. would like to know about your pet

I'd love to know about your dog's normal routine and any favorite toys or games they may have. Does your dog have a specific doggy diet? Any medications they take? Do they get along with other dogs/animals? Leash reactivity? Separation anxiety? How long can they be left alone? Are there any specific commands you are trying to teach them that I should continue to train while you are away? I love all dogs, every friend I have will attest to this. Every time I see a dog I immediately go "PUPPY!" to myself and whoever is within reach of me. Quoth my father: "All dogs are your dogs." That being said, I have an especially soft spot for Golden Retrievers, Labradors, American Pit Bull Terriers, American Staffordshire Terriers, and Staffordshire Bull Terriers.

A typical day

I try to keep as close to the owner's schedule and care activities for the dog as possible. If there are any specific areas the dog enjoys walking around, a favorite game they enjoy playing (tug, fetch, etc) I will walk them and engage them in play. I love going on hikes and walking around parks with dogs, if your dog is an avid park and hike goer even better! If your dog is a more low energy type, just enjoying lounging around and binge watching Netflix or being pampered I am all for it.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$44per night
House Sitting
in your home
$63per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$25per visit
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$23per walk

Laura can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs
No females in heat

Laura can watch in your home

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

Availability

I am currently unemployed and thus unencumbered with a strict work schedule which allows me to spend most of my time with your pet if needed.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Calendar last updated 17 days ago
House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Laura Q.

Communication

29 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

5 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

While caring for a dog or cat in the owners home I'll respect the owners wishes in how and what they allow their dog to do indoors as well as try and keep the dog on a similar daily schedule.

Home

Lives in an apartment
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

Information Laura Q. would like to know about your pet

I'd love to know about your dog's normal routine and any favorite toys or games they may have. Does your dog have a specific doggy diet? Any medications they take? Do they get along with other dogs/animals? Leash reactivity? Separation anxiety? How long can they be left alone? Are there any specific commands you are trying to teach them that I should continue to train while you are away? I love all dogs, every friend I have will attest to this. Every time I see a dog I immediately go "PUPPY!" to myself and whoever is within reach of me. Quoth my father: "All dogs are your dogs." That being said, I have an especially soft spot for Golden Retrievers, Labradors, American Pit Bull Terriers, American Staffordshire Terriers, and Staffordshire Bull Terriers.

A typical day

I try to keep as close to the owner's schedule and care activities for the dog as possible. If there are any specific areas the dog enjoys walking around, a favorite game they enjoy playing (tug, fetch, etc) I will walk them and engage them in play. I love going on hikes and walking around parks with dogs, if your dog is an avid park and hike goer even better! If your dog is a more low energy type, just enjoying lounging around and binge watching Netflix or being pampered I am all for it.

Location

Encino, CA

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Laura Q.

Encino, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•57 reviews