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Laura R.

Garden City, MI

5.0 out of 5 stars
•28 reviews
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Absolute animal lover & spoiler

Pet care experience

I have been taking care of pets since I was 6 years old. I started pet sitting for others in middle school and have been doing it for 13 years since. Right now I currently have 3 dogs and 1 cat, all rescues. My spouse is a service dog trainer for other fellow Veterans, so there is a good chance your pup may have some more training when they come home! I work with an organization called Mission 22 Service Dogs to help rescue dogs to place with Veterans as trained service dogs and battle buddies (companion dogs). Almost all of my friends and family have either dogs or cats so I am always around animals and helping out with them. I love animals and it's a passion of mine to see they receive the care, attention and love that they need and deserve! I work from home right now during the weekdays so if you are local I am able to pop in for early morning walks/feedings and afternoon/evening walks/feedings. I can also dog sit at my house during the day/overnight with animals who are good with other dogs and cats. My dogs are all good with others, 1 is a service dog for my spouse another goes to doggy daycare herself to play 3 days a week. I can also walk and sit on the weekends. Tuesday and Wednesday evenings are tricky, I have a few previous engagements that I have to work around but able to make it work if needed! I have a fenced in yard and 3 dogs who love to play with others to keep your pet secure. I also have the ability to separate or crate if needed in my home. My cat is good with other dogs (have not tried him with other cats, he is a relatively new addition to our household after our previous cat passed away), he also has a few spots in the house where he likes to go nap and hang out if he does not want to be around the dogs.

Reviews

Hannah C.
House Sitting • Aug 16, 2022
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Laura was very nice with every interaction I had with her, although I did have some issues as she was watching my dogs. Her lack of communication was a major issue, the first night she was 1.5-2 hours late, which would’ve been fine if she communicated, but she didn’t respond to 2/3 texts and phone calls. The next morning she was 35 minutes late and, again, didn’t respond to texts/phone calls. I only know when she showed up due to my ring doorbell. Another major issue, she let her (i’m guessing) husband in my house for HOURS. She states on her profile if she is requested to stay at the house 24/7 her husband may drop off things- she was NOT required to be at the house 24/7 and she wasn’t there 24/7 either

Kristin L.
House Sitting • Apr 22, 2022
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Laura is GREAT. She handled my crazy animals with ease. They immediately loved her! She is reliable and made my first experience with Rover so much less stressful! She is amazing and definitely will be booking with her again! Thanks again Laura!!!

Robert B.
Drop-In Visits • Feb 23, 2022
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We were very pleased to have Laura take care of our dog Vincent. She came by twice a day and spent about a half hour feeding him and giving belly rubs! We received photos everyday. We never worried about him. We will call Laura again.

Nicholas T.
House Sitting • Jan 16, 2022
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Laura did a great job taking care of our pups overnight. Both dogs were played with and cuddled with, fed and their medicine administered. She was responsive with pics and updates. Kept the house tidy and clean and was respectful of both our home and pets. Thank you, Laura!

About Laura R.

Communication

7 repeat pet parents
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

13 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I care for pets based on the instructions given by the owner. I will do whatever needs to be done for the animals if that means feedings, walks, medications, etc.

Information Laura R. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your dog is good with other dogs and cats. If they need to be crated or are food/toy aggressive please tell me in advance. Any other medical or dietary restrictions are a must to know as well. If you are looking to book a house sitting request please let me know if you prefer I stay at your home 24/7 of if I will have the ability to pop in and out. If I needed to stay 24/7 please be aware I may ask if my spouse can bring me meals or anything I need.

A typical day

We love to go to Hines Park to walk and look at all the critters. Frisbee is the unanimous favorite game at our house along with ball chasing, puppy sprinkler time & chewing on sticks. There will be lots of cuddles! I am able able to bathe your dogs and walk them at your home. If your dog is good with other we can arrange a doggie play date at your house if I am popping in to check on them or for a house sitting.

Services

House Sitting
in your home
AWAY
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
AWAY
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
AWAY

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 from home most of the time and only have to go into my office occasionally. I am available most of the time but do book up with repeat clients, it is best to contact me as early as possible. I ask you give me 24 hours to respond to a request- I do not live by my phone and cannot always answer the minute a request comes through.

About Laura R.

Communication

7 repeat pet parents
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

13 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I care for pets based on the instructions given by the owner. I will do whatever needs to be done for the animals if that means feedings, walks, medications, etc.

Information Laura R. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your dog is good with other dogs and cats. If they need to be crated or are food/toy aggressive please tell me in advance. Any other medical or dietary restrictions are a must to know as well. If you are looking to book a house sitting request please let me know if you prefer I stay at your home 24/7 of if I will have the ability to pop in and out. If I needed to stay 24/7 please be aware I may ask if my spouse can bring me meals or anything I need.

A typical day

We love to go to Hines Park to walk and look at all the critters. Frisbee is the unanimous favorite game at our house along with ball chasing, puppy sprinkler time & chewing on sticks. There will be lots of cuddles! I am able able to bathe your dogs and walk them at your home. If your dog is good with other we can arrange a doggie play date at your house if I am popping in to check on them or for a house sitting.

Location

Garden City, MI

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Laura R.

Garden City, MI

5.0 out of 5 stars
•28 reviews