Laura R.
Nanticoke, PA
Certified Veterinary Technician
Pet care experience
Hi! I'm Laura. I have been married for 15 years and I have 2 young boys. I have 20 years of experience working in veterinary hospitals as a technician/nurse. Currently I work from home as an essay exam grader in the veterinary department of an online college. It gives me the opportunity to stay connected to my profession while staying home to raise my two young sons. We adopted a young dog from a local rescue in March of 2022. She is a lab mix and very sweet. She is still adapting to meeting new dogs so a meet and greet with her is very important. We live on the outskirts of Nanticoke and I own my home, including a little over a 1/2 acre of land and the back yard is fenced in. There is plenty of space for dogs to run and play. The fence is four feet high so any dog with a tendency to jump over would be a concern. I would feel better taking them for walks instead. I have now been dog sitting in my home for over 8 years. During that time, I have learned a lot and I continue to try to make adjustments to make all of my boarders as comfortable as possible. I try to keep their routines as normal as I can. For example, if they are crate trained, I ask that their crates come with them so they can have a safe place to retreat. If they sleep in bed with their owners, then they are welcome to sleep in bed here too. As a CVT with experience, I can give you some peace of mind that you are entrusting your beloved dog with an avid animal lover.
Reviews
Laura is always great with our dogs! We highly recommend her and will use her again in the future.
Everything went as planned. Our dog was safe.
Fantastic service and very friendly pet lover. We were so happy Zoey was safe with Laura.
Look no further for a great sitter! Laura was an amazing host. She took care of Maggie for our extended vacation. She was able to pick up and drop her off meeting our ever changing schedule. She sent picture and video updates often. Maggie was clearly well cared for and we will definitely use Laura again.
About Laura R.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I do often have more than one dog here at a time, but I am diligent about who I put together. Each dog has his or her own personality. Some personalities will clash. I make every effort to make each stay as calm and comforting as possible. I want them to feel safe and loved while they're here, not stressed out or anxious. We have a fenced yard that we maintain and check regularly. The gates are locked. We installed two security cameras in the backyard for additional safety. There is also a newly installed gate inside the house to be sure that noone can run out to the garage. We never open the front door if the dogs are not secured first.
Home
Information Laura R. would like to know about your pet
It's important for me to know about any medical conditions and allergies. I need to know if the dog can tolerate two boys screaming while they wrestle each other to the ground. I need to know if the dog is housebroken or if there is a tendency to chew on things. With kids in the house, it is almost impossible to dog-proof.
A typical day
With a toy box full of toys to choose from, there is never a dull moment! Squeaky toys, tennis balls, tug-o-war ropes and so much more to keep them busy. There is also plenty of time for quiet snuggles on the couch.
Services
Laura can host
Availability
Working from home gives me the ability to spoil the pups with regular trips outside. They have plenty of time to do their business and smell the roses too.
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About Laura R.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I do often have more than one dog here at a time, but I am diligent about who I put together. Each dog has his or her own personality. Some personalities will clash. I make every effort to make each stay as calm and comforting as possible. I want them to feel safe and loved while they're here, not stressed out or anxious. We have a fenced yard that we maintain and check regularly. The gates are locked. We installed two security cameras in the backyard for additional safety. There is also a newly installed gate inside the house to be sure that noone can run out to the garage. We never open the front door if the dogs are not secured first.
Home
Information Laura R. would like to know about your pet
It's important for me to know about any medical conditions and allergies. I need to know if the dog can tolerate two boys screaming while they wrestle each other to the ground. I need to know if the dog is housebroken or if there is a tendency to chew on things. With kids in the house, it is almost impossible to dog-proof.
A typical day
With a toy box full of toys to choose from, there is never a dull moment! Squeaky toys, tennis balls, tug-o-war ropes and so much more to keep them busy. There is also plenty of time for quiet snuggles on the couch.
Location
Nanticoke, PA
Pets
Laura R.
Nanticoke, PA