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Laura W.

Climax Springs, MO

5.0 out of 5 stars
29 reviews
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Services

Laura can host

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

Laura can care for

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

Availability

[Sit. Stay. Play!] I am always on the go and am willing to make reasonable and fair accommodations . We all have our priorities and sometimes unforeseen issues pop up. My flexibility allows me to build in time for you pet’s needs (calm and unintimidating entrances, poo patience, extra sniffing time, positively directing excitement, ensuring food/water availability depending on your request and schedules). For Peace of Mind, safety and well-being, changes/ questions/ observations are noted and will be communicated to you. I prefer to do a brief follow-up within a few days once a booking has wrapped- Regrouping, touching base to share more specifics is valuable feedback.

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About Laura W.

Communication

9 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

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

Cat skills

Oral medication administration
Injectable medication administration

Safety, trust & environment

[Respect the Territory] I encourage open, honest dialogue. Ultimately we work together to achieve the best outcomes for pet and person. • I prefer to have a Meet & Greet first; we are able to meet and curious pets can comfortably and casually observe me as well. Teach me how to best care for your pets. • Please discuss routine, behavioral or physical needs, play and exercise activities, emergency plans or other information to assist you and your pet.

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Laura W. would like to know about your pet

Talk about Bruno! Your dog's on-leash and off-leash behavior can be night-and-day. A couch-potato at home may be excitable and reactant when encountering new places, people, and dogs. Reasonably provide advance notice of a dog's past or potential behaviors because... = It's ok if we need to fly solo and avoid social interactions. Keeping it low-profile is sometimes the right choice. That's ok! (There's only so much small talk...) =

A typical day

Depending on the environment or season, we may nose art on the windows of my car, meet a snowman, pee 2 times in the first 5 minutes and go in to Overtime pretending to look for the Holy Grail of Poop Spots, (be prepared for me to ask about their urinary and defecation schedules) Get the wiggles out before leashing up. When this inevitably increases the wiggles, be prepared for the energy to pour out. Maintain composure and confidence. Urgency and enthusiasm starts to level out at different rates per dog for varying reasons so I am prepared to lead and guide your pup. We work in photo-shoots throughout each visit and I love sending updates to you. I am also prepared for your cat to demand scratches and make biscuits on me and then side-eye me as the sleep with me pinned. Worth it.

Location

Climax Springs, MO

Laura W.'s Neighborhood

Experienced pet enthusiast! 🐾

Pet care experience

[Everyone deserves a fair shake] As a former veterinary assistant, experiences gained through the years gives me a unique perspective and sense of duty to pets and owners alike. I love my ability to pivot and provide prompt and adaptive support. • My other qualifications include current certification of Dog and Cat First Aid, ability to administer oral medications, eye and ear drops, subcutaneous and intramuscular injections. • I adjust my approach, handling, and tone accordingly for each pet. I am observant and my body language and tone naturally adapt to promote the comfort, sense of security and peace of mind for pets and owners alike. • I will always try do what I can to provide support and resources are key to establishing framework of care anns understanding and lessen uncertainty or anxiety. I wish to share strategies, support, and patience and boost your confidence.

Cat care experience

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I respect kiki space and security.

Laura also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Reviews

Vicki T.
Drop-In Visits • Apr 27, 2026
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Couldn't ask for better, more loving caregiver.

Mia H.
House Sitting • Aug 04, 2025
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Laura is amazing taking care of my babies

Mia H.
House Sitting • Apr 06, 2025
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Laura did an amazing job taking care of my 2 babies. I couldn’t ask for a better sitter than her and will be using again !!

Tahni E.
House Sitting • Aug 05, 2024
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Above and beyond! Laura is the absolute BEST! She took amazing care of our fur babies. Her communication was perfect and she gave us regular updates letting us know our girls were happy and healthy! We had an amazing and stress free vacation knowing our doggies and house were in Laura’s hands!! 🩷🩷

About Laura W.

Communication

9 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

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

Cat skills

Oral medication administration
Injectable medication administration

Safety, trust & environment

[Respect the Territory] I encourage open, honest dialogue. Ultimately we work together to achieve the best outcomes for pet and person. • I prefer to have a Meet & Greet first; we are able to meet and curious pets can comfortably and casually observe me as well. Teach me how to best care for your pets. • Please discuss routine, behavioral or physical needs, play and exercise activities, emergency plans or other information to assist you and your pet.

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Laura W. would like to know about your pet

Talk about Bruno! Your dog's on-leash and off-leash behavior can be night-and-day. A couch-potato at home may be excitable and reactant when encountering new places, people, and dogs. Reasonably provide advance notice of a dog's past or potential behaviors because... = It's ok if we need to fly solo and avoid social interactions. Keeping it low-profile is sometimes the right choice. That's ok! (There's only so much small talk...) =

A typical day

Depending on the environment or season, we may nose art on the windows of my car, meet a snowman, pee 2 times in the first 5 minutes and go in to Overtime pretending to look for the Holy Grail of Poop Spots, (be prepared for me to ask about their urinary and defecation schedules) Get the wiggles out before leashing up. When this inevitably increases the wiggles, be prepared for the energy to pour out. Maintain composure and confidence. Urgency and enthusiasm starts to level out at different rates per dog for varying reasons so I am prepared to lead and guide your pup. We work in photo-shoots throughout each visit and I love sending updates to you. I am also prepared for your cat to demand scratches and make biscuits on me and then side-eye me as the sleep with me pinned. Worth it.

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Laura W.

Climax Springs, MO

5.0 out of 5 stars
29 reviews