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Lauren R.

5.0 out of 5 stars
9 repeat clients
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Lauren R.

5.0 out of 5 stars
9 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $20 per visit

Highlights

Lauren has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
20 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Calm, Cozy Care for Every Pet

Experienced pet care with southern roots and a big heart. At Whiskered Retreats, I create staycations full of adventures, snuggles, and the comfort pets deserve while their humans are away. I offer overnight stays that feel like a true retreat for your pets. While you’re away, their comfort and happiness are my top priority: Morning & evening visits with enrichment and play Soothing nature sounds at night for relaxation A daily digital photo album or journal so you can share in their adventures Each stay is customized, blending care, comfort, and creativity to match your pet’s personality. As a lifelong animal lover with a senior cat and five dogs of my own, I have hands-on experience caring for pets of all ages, sizes, and temperaments. 💛 Please note: Pets should be comfortable being alone 4-6 hours, as I work part-time. For pets who require 24/7 supervision or specialized care, an adjusted nightly rate may apply. At Whiskered Retreats, your pets don’t just get care — they get their very own staycation. 🐾🌿

Cat care experience

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The Staycation Cats Deserve

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

Qualifications

9 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

At Whiskered Retreats, your pet’s safety and comfort always come first. I keep their space clean and cozy, whether that means wiping up after messy eaters, refilling water for enthusiastic droolers, or taking extra care with clever escape artists. Every staycation is designed to be secure, calm, and tailored to your pet’s needs.

Ratings and reviews

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26 ratings
Ashley C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jun 10, 2026

Lauren is great! I would trust her anytime. She always takes great care of our babies and provides daily updates.

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Kimberly H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • May 21, 2026

Lauren was fantastic. Her daily communication and pet pics were much appreciated. Our 2 pups and kitty were happy and calm when we returned. One of our babies is a bit nervous around people and Lauren's patience and care with her was obvious. Lauren even came back for followup to check on them and we had actually made it home early. So getting her personal face to face feed back was very appreciated. We will definitely call on her again for future pet/house sitting needs.

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Glenn W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • May 16, 2026

Lauren cares for Oliver as if he is her own dog! She is a blessing

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Wendy M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • May 13, 2026

Lauren is a wonderful and sweet person. She watched 4 dogs and a cat. It took no time for the animals to be comfortable with her. The animals were obviously happy when I saw the pictures she sent. It was a comfort knowing the animals were happy and very well taken care of.

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Robert H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Apr 23, 2026

Lauren kept our girls (cat & dog) happy. We've already booked her in June. 5*****

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Anthony M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Apr 12, 2026

She did wonderful

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I work part-time about 4–5 hours a day, but outside of that your pet will have my full attention with walks, feedings, playtime, snuggles, and comfort included.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Lauren can host up to 2 drop-ins per day
Please share any special needs your pet may have, such as medication routines or mobility limitations. I’d also love to know about their personality — are they anxious, reactive around other animals, full of energy, or more of a couch snuggler? The more I know, the better I can make their staycation feel just right.
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.