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Laurel M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
16 repeat clients
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Laurel M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
16 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $20 per visit

Highlights

Laurel has Star Sitter status!
Basic background check
40 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Experienced patient loving.

I will house-sit anywhere within 30+ miles of West Plains (current clients are in Mt View, Rover, Caulfield, Ava and Thayer area). I have over 40 years of experience with dogs and other animals. For over 5 years while I lived in Texas, I was a foster home for abandoned and abused dogs, in particular LGD breeds. I also provided transport all over Texas and Oklahoma for rescued dogs of all breeds from minature dashounds to Mastiffs and Great Danes. As a farm owner, I am experienced in basic animal first aid so incoming medical issues don't phase me. I personally have had Pomeranian, Shih Tzus, Lhasa Apso, cocker spaniels, border collies, labrador retrievers, Great Pyrenees, and Anatolian Shepherds. Most were rescues, some were purebred pedigreed animals. All have had permanent homes with me. I love dogs of all sizes and personalities although will admit a particular fondness for the big long-haired breeds.

Qualifications

16 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
40 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

I am careful to follow the clients directions whether that is hand walking or supervised play In a fenced in yard. I firmly believe in respecting the owner's wishes

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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71 ratings
Robert S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jul 09, 2026

Laurel always provides dependable service. No need to consider another sitter, Laurel is the one.

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Julie M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Jul 07, 2026

Laurel is a wonderful dog walker. Real kind and considerate of the dog and owner! I’m lucky I found her.

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Taylor J.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jul 06, 2026

Laurel is prompt, gives lots of information during each visit, and is very trustworthy. I will only use her in the future as she takes incredible care of my pups.

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Brenda B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jul 01, 2026

Kind, caring and dependable. Always look forward to Laurel’s updates on my pets.

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Robert S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jun 12, 2026

Short trips like this one or long trips, we know that we can count on Laurel for excellent service and dependability.

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Whitney G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jun 07, 2026

Laurel was really good with my puppy! She seemed to love her and enjoyed her walks with her! She was super excited when I came home after the day she had! Laurel even handled my puppy's excitable oopsie! She is a very sweet lady and was wonderful with my dog! She provided cute pictures and a summary of her day!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

Pet care is an integral part of my life. Care of the animals is my first task in the morning and my last task in the evening.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Laurel can host up to 8 drop-ins per day
I like to know the dog's personality around strangers. Do they walk well on a leash. How are they around strange dogs and cats. Are there any medical issues.
Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.