Lauren D.
Columbia, MD
Lauren D. has Star Sitter status
The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.
One-on-one pet care 💛
Pet care experience
Welcome! I’m Lauren, and I’m so excited to learn more about you and your pet! I grew up with dogs of my own, and have loved and cared for COUNTLESS cats and dogs throughout my life. My first best friend and I were just a year apart in age (God bless my parents for having a child, a baby, and a puppy at the same time), and we were together for almost 15 years. I know first-hand how special the bond between human and pet is, and how important it is to find the right person to care for your pet while you’re away. While nothing I can say will magically erase the nerves that come with leaving your pet, I hope you’ll find comfort in knowing that during my time with your pet, I will love them like my own. I’ll provide daily photos and updates, and be fully reachable through the Rover app.
Reviews
Lauren provided love, care, regular communication, pics, quick answers for Bailey’s all day stay. Great experience.
Our favorite cat sitter!! We love having Lauren check on our cat for us!!!
Lauren is a fantastic pup sitter. She treats our dog Rosco like he's her own which makes us so comfortable leaving him with her when we're away.
Lauren was absolutely amazing! She made us feel so comfortable leaving our cat for the week. We loved her notes and pictures she left each check-in. She even went out of her way to clean up a mess our cat left. Couldn’t recommend her enough and we will definitely be using her in the future!!!
About Lauren D.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
DAYCARE & BOARDING -Amenities- To reduce you’re packing list, we’ll provide: + A clean bed and blankets + Food and water bowls, including a raised feeder and slow feeder bowl + Kong and treat dispensers + Plenty of toys to destroy I mean play with + A retractable leash and an endless supply of poop bags + A small fenced-in yard for outdoor play + A deck to catch some rays on sunny days + Car safety hammock and seat belt + Treats with dog-friendly ingredients (if you’d prefer to provide your own treats, or skip the treats, just let me know) -Nearby- + Attractions: miles of beautiful trails to explore, local dog park, Lake Kittamaqundi, Lake Elkhorn, Wilde Lake, Centennial Park + Pet Supplies (in case you forget something): Loyal Companion, Petco, PetSmart + Wellness: Banfield Pet Hospital, Pet+E.R. -What to Pack- + Before your dog’s visit, please make sure their Rover profile is updated with their care instructions, vet info, and emergency contact + Food and supplements/medications + Any of your dog’s favorite toys, blankets, treats, etc. + A crate if used + Any training tools you’re currently using
Home
Information Lauren D. would like to know about your pet
To help me best understand your pet's unique needs, please share as much as you can about: + Personality traits and behavior + Allergies/dietary restrictions + Anything you're working on (ex: waiting before eating)
A typical day
DROP INS While no two pets are the same, here is what an average drop-in might look like! Cat (aka Kitteh) + Feeding + Litter change + Playtime Dog (aka Good Boy or Good Girl) + Quick walk or outdoor play + Feeding + Playtime DAYCARE & BOARDING While no two dogs have the same needs or schedule, here is what an average day might look like! Morning + Potty break + Brekkie + Morning walk + Playtime Afternoon + Potty break, walk, or outdoor play + Snack time + Playtime + Rest time Evening + Potty break, walk, or outdoor play + Dinner time + Playtime Night + Bedtime routine (potty break, bellies, sound machine) + Bedtime
Services
Lauren can host
Lauren can watch in your home
Availability
DAYCARE & BOARDING I live with my husband in Howard County. While we both love and care for each dog who comes into our home, I'll be the primary caretaker during your dog’s visit! I primarily work from home, but often leave for 2-3 hours at a time. To provide the comfiest, most intimate stay possible, we currently host one dog at a time, or up to two dogs from the same household. We happily accommodate: + ALL dog breeds (#BreedLove) + Dogs who are potty-trained + Dogs who are comfortable being alone for a few hours at a time + Dogs with mild temperaments While we believe that all dogs deserve to be loved, we are unable to accommodate: + Dogs who are not potty-trained (>2 accidents per month) + Dogs with unmanaged separation anxiety + Dogs who display destructive behaviors + Dogs who display aggressive behaviors
About Lauren D.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
DAYCARE & BOARDING -Amenities- To reduce you’re packing list, we’ll provide: + A clean bed and blankets + Food and water bowls, including a raised feeder and slow feeder bowl + Kong and treat dispensers + Plenty of toys to destroy I mean play with + A retractable leash and an endless supply of poop bags + A small fenced-in yard for outdoor play + A deck to catch some rays on sunny days + Car safety hammock and seat belt + Treats with dog-friendly ingredients (if you’d prefer to provide your own treats, or skip the treats, just let me know) -Nearby- + Attractions: miles of beautiful trails to explore, local dog park, Lake Kittamaqundi, Lake Elkhorn, Wilde Lake, Centennial Park + Pet Supplies (in case you forget something): Loyal Companion, Petco, PetSmart + Wellness: Banfield Pet Hospital, Pet+E.R. -What to Pack- + Before your dog’s visit, please make sure their Rover profile is updated with their care instructions, vet info, and emergency contact + Food and supplements/medications + Any of your dog’s favorite toys, blankets, treats, etc. + A crate if used + Any training tools you’re currently using
Home
Information Lauren D. would like to know about your pet
To help me best understand your pet's unique needs, please share as much as you can about: + Personality traits and behavior + Allergies/dietary restrictions + Anything you're working on (ex: waiting before eating)
A typical day
DROP INS While no two pets are the same, here is what an average drop-in might look like! Cat (aka Kitteh) + Feeding + Litter change + Playtime Dog (aka Good Boy or Good Girl) + Quick walk or outdoor play + Feeding + Playtime DAYCARE & BOARDING While no two dogs have the same needs or schedule, here is what an average day might look like! Morning + Potty break + Brekkie + Morning walk + Playtime Afternoon + Potty break, walk, or outdoor play + Snack time + Playtime + Rest time Evening + Potty break, walk, or outdoor play + Dinner time + Playtime Night + Bedtime routine (potty break, bellies, sound machine) + Bedtime
Location
Columbia, MD
Lauren D.
Columbia, MD