Lauren S.
Lauren S.
Highlights
Pet care experience
We come, sit, play and stay!
I have owned animals of all kinds since I was little. I have extensive knowledge and experience in caring for hamsters, guinea pigs, cats and dogs - a high number of them being reactive, specifically. I have 3 years of experience working with another company like Rover, but have over 20+ years of animal care experience. I have walked and provided a safe place for senior dogs, puppies, high energy and reactive pups and adult dogs, special needs dogs (such as tripod dogs, post surgery care), and also provided extended stays on a regular basis. We are located near a large green space and close to many areas with walking paths for lots of outside time and two to three walks a day.
Cat care experience
Lauren also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Pets
Safety, trust & environment
We live in a townhouse close to a large open green space where I can take pups to play and walk on leash, as well as many walking paths (when I’m accepting boardings). If you live in another area of the city, you can be confident that I will walk your pup according to your preferences or find new adventures to keep their mind stimulated. I only house sit for one family’s pet(s) at a time. This also goes for walks as well. This is to ensure the safety of all pets when they are in my care, and to be able to focus on the specific individual needs of each pet. Many of my clients have non-reactive doggos, however, a number of my clients are reactive to other animals. For this reason, I cannot provide multiple families walks or house-sitting at the same time (at the moment). During a boarding, in my home there is no need for a crate, unless this is necessary for your pet(s), as I allow animals on the furniture and to sleep and play wherever they are most comfortable. For house sittings, you can ensure that I will care for your pet as per your instructions. This includes feeding, walks, play time, bedtime preferences (such as sleeping in a crate or if allowed to sleep on the bed), etc. I am able to care for pets that have dietary restrictions, need care post surgery or have special needs, (e.g., a tripod pup). For walks and drop-in’s, you can expect that I follow your instructions on how to walk and care for your pet during those times. Including how to access your pet for their walk and meal times. Since there’s only my 14 year old son and I living in our home, you can be confident that your pups have someone to play with, snuggle and give them attention.
Ratings and reviews
5/5 Stars – Lauren is fantastic! Lauren was an absolute lifesaver while we were away. She took wonderful care of our older pup, keeping her happy, active, and loved with daily walks, playtime, and lots of cuddles. We got great updates and photos that made us feel so reassured. She also looked after our home beautifully: everything spotless and welcoming when we returned. Lauren’s thoughtful, reliable. We’ll be booking her again and can’t recommend her enough. Thank you, Lauren! 🐶❤️
Lauren was wonderful, took good care of our cat, left the house clean. We will definitely used her again
Wow! Lauren is fantastic and goes above and beyond. She stayed in my house and looked after my injured dog, Quincy, who was just 4 weeks post cruciate ligament (ACL) surgery. This required a high level of care and diligence which Lauren executed perfectly. Lauren sent lots of pictures, videos and updates and I felt so confident in her capability and independence. Quincy loved Lauren and my house and was spotless (yay!) when I got home - including the very thoughtful touches of leaving the porch light and soft interior light on for me.
Lauren went above and beyond while caring for my dog. Not only was he happy and relaxed on my return, but the daily updates and photos gave me complete peace of mind. I know my dog adored her—his wagging tail when she returned my keys said it all. I was especially impressed that my home was left in spotless condition—exactly as I left it, if not better! I wholeheartedly recommend Lauren to anyone looking for a trustworthy, attentive, and respectful dog sitter. I wouldn’t hesitate to book again.
Lauren is an absolute gem!⭐️⭐️ She has cared for our pup, Penny in our home a few times while we’re away on vacation. We always come home to a clean house and well-loved pup. Lauren is responsive, responsible and her commitment to taking wonderful care of Penny is why we continue booking with her. We highly recommend!
This was our second time using Lauren's services and she was just as fantastic this time as last time! She sent updates about our 2 dogs every day, multiple pictures. She took them on walks daily and made sure they went to bed nice and tired. They are so happy whenever we come home and we can tell they were very well cared for. Lauren also left our house spotless and clean. Highly recommend Lauren for your pets needs! Thank you so much again!
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Schedule
I’m a mom to a 14 year old. I work as Rover sitter part-time. Due to this, I cannot take on clients (pets) for house sits that cannot be left alone for no more than 4 hours. I’m currently only accepting house sitting, walks and drop-in requests. I am available for house-sitting overnight 7 days a week. Please let me know if you are comfortable having my 14 year old attend the stay in your house-sitting request. Flexible for meet and greets and trial runs. I offer walks and drop-in’s a few times a week. If you are needing someone to walk, or someone to check in on your pet, please reach out and we can discuss. I am open to walking your pets and can typically accommodate pets in other areas than my own. I am available for drop-in visits most Mondays to Fridays, and occasional Saturday, currently. This is subject to change without notice. I can accommodate up to 2 visits per day, per client, dependent on location and day. A bit of background information on my son: My son volunteered at the Calgary Humane Society weekly, so we spent a lot of time with all kinds of animals. He raised $2,126 and donated it to the Calgary Humane Society in 2023. He has a passion for animals of all kinds and is learning how to better care for all animals, as he would like to be a veterinarian when he is older.
Prices include all fees.