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Lauren C.

Portage Park, Chicago, IL

4.9 out of 5 stars
133 reviews
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Services

Lauren can care for

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

Availability

My schedule is very flexible. So always reach out and see if I can fit in a dog walk or a drop-in visit. If I truly can’t make it work, I’ll let you know as soon as possible.

Available
Not available
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House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Lauren C.

Communication

36 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I always want to listen to you about what your animal does and doesn't like. But I also know that animals, just like us, have higher energy and lower energy days so I want to make sure I can match that so that they feel comfortable and trusting around me. I know that it is a bond and trust that takes patience and time in order to make it a successful one. If you have any recommendations routes or walks or so definite no-go areas I want to listen to you and update you if there were any surprises (hopefully good ones!) with you.

Information Lauren C. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know any quarks that your pet might have. I know that especially rescues can have somethings that might trigger aggressive behavior and I would obviously like to avoid those as much as possible. If I need to give a pet any medications, I would also like to know a strategy(ies) for giving your pet their medications.

A typical day

Love taking dogs for walks and letting them help me explore the neighborhood in a new way. I love plants and I already spend a lot of time stopped on the sidewalk looking at plants as I go for my own walks.

Location

Chicago, IL

Lauren C.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Fur friends are my favorite friends

Pet care experience

I love all animals and I think fur friends always know that they are my favorite friends! I know that I will never be your companion's favorite person, but I will definitely be a great alternative one! I will love to play fetch with your energetic dog or make sure that they get enough pets. I have experience with all types of animal, even horses and chickens. Either way, I will be excited to introduce myself to your animal companion!

Cat care experience

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Fur friends are my favorite friends

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

Reviews

Nathan W.
Dog Walking • Jun 03, 2026
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Lauren is excellent. Professional and timely. Ruby and I both approve 👍🐾

Jennifer C.
House Sitting • May 25, 2026
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Lauren took great care of our crew when we went away last minute! My dog was clearly well taken care of and my cat who takes awhile to warm up to new people came out for pets from Lauren. Highly recommend!

Scott S.
Dog Walking • May 21, 2026
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Have used Lauren for both house sitting and dog walks for my 10 year old larger dog and couldnt have better things to say about both experiences. Apartments been kept clean and the dogs always happy.

Greg F.
Drop-In Visits • May 08, 2026
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Thank you Lauren - our cats were well cared for and we appreciated the attention and pic updates!

About Lauren C.

Communication

36 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I always want to listen to you about what your animal does and doesn't like. But I also know that animals, just like us, have higher energy and lower energy days so I want to make sure I can match that so that they feel comfortable and trusting around me. I know that it is a bond and trust that takes patience and time in order to make it a successful one. If you have any recommendations routes or walks or so definite no-go areas I want to listen to you and update you if there were any surprises (hopefully good ones!) with you.

Information Lauren C. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know any quarks that your pet might have. I know that especially rescues can have somethings that might trigger aggressive behavior and I would obviously like to avoid those as much as possible. If I need to give a pet any medications, I would also like to know a strategy(ies) for giving your pet their medications.

A typical day

Love taking dogs for walks and letting them help me explore the neighborhood in a new way. I love plants and I already spend a lot of time stopped on the sidewalk looking at plants as I go for my own walks.

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Lauren C.

Portage Park, Chicago, IL

4.9 out of 5 stars
133 reviews