Lauren V.
Lauren V.
Highlights
Pet care experience
Taking care of dogs is my dream :)
Hi :) I'm a rising senior at Colorado College living in Denver for a summer internship. Ever since I could talk, I’ve loved dogs - possibly more than people sometimes. My family has always had dogs ranging from puppyhood to senior life, and I‘ve been the main caretaker and friend to all of them. My dogs were a purebred German Shepherd named Millie & a Rhodesian Ridgeback-Shepherd mix named Harold, so I am very comfortable with medium to large sized dogs (but the little ones are just as welcome!). Since high school, I've pet sat for dogs ranging from Huskies to Pitties to Chihuahuas (and a few cats in between). I play rugby and love to hike/run in my free time, so I am more than able to meet the needs of an especially energetic dog -- However I am also always down for a leisurely walk with a senior dog that just wants to chill in the park for a while :) I just fully joined this app (after initially setting up an account in middle school haha) and am primarily here to get to spend time with some lovely animals and help them have fun. Dogs are truly a gift to the world and it's my honor any time I get the chance to be around them!
Qualifications
Safety, trust & environment
While I currently live in an airbnb in Denver I can't host animals at my home, however I have a ton of experience visiting clients' homes. I find this to be a better set up most of the time anyway since I want to make sure your pets are as comfortable as possible in my care. Before walking/sitting for you I'd love to set up a quick meet up where your pet can get to know me and I can make sure we are on the same page about what your animals need from me! Given my full time role, I wouldn't be able to give high quality petsitting care on weekdays, but I am more than happy to look after your animals full time on the weekend. Reach out to me with any questions :)
Ratings and reviews
Lauren was excellent. My dog was very well cared for. Highly recommend!
Lauren has stayed in our home and cared for our dogs and cats multiple times. When we return home from a vacation, we can tell if our animals were given the attention they need by how the act. We trusted Lauren to take care of our pets and we would recommend her!
Lauren is the best! She was extremely professional upon our first meeting and took such good care of our pup. Lauren is a prompt and thorough communicator, punctual, dependable, and most of all, our dog adores her. She kept him engaged and well cared for while we were away. I highly recommend her!
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Schedule
I currently work full time 8:30am - 5:30pm on weekdays, but am wide open before or afterwards and very flexible on weekends. I live pretty close to downtown, but I have a bike and a car so can get anywhere in the city relatively easily. If you are located very close to downtown I would even be able to do weekday afternoon walks/visits with enough advanced notice! I'm on here less for the money and more for the chance to spend time with some great animals so I'm happy to work with you on scheduling :)
Prices include all fees.