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Lauren Z.

5.0 out of 5 stars
9 repeat clients
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Lauren Z.

5.0 out of 5 stars
9 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $17 per visit

Highlights

Lauren has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
20 years of experience
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Certified cat cuddler & expert

I have several years of experience in cat rescue in Erie County as well as over 20 years of experience caring for kitties of all kinds! I am comfortable caring for senior kitties, administering medications, and all of the "dirty work" behind caring for your furry feline. I have over 6 years of experience caring for dogs. I am comfortable caring for dogs under 60 pounds and having experience administering medications, feeding, walking, and committed to providing the best care possible for your 4-legged friend!

Cat care experience

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Crazy Cat Lady, Flexible

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

Qualifications

9 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
5 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

Although I am unable to care for your pet within my own home, I am able and willing to give your pet lots of play time, walks, and love in the comfort of their own home!

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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30 ratings
Lori S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jul 12, 2026

Lauren was very good with my kitten. She cared about her as if she was her own. I will highly recommend Lauren to anyone! I will book her again! Lori

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Gina S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jul 11, 2026

Lauren took care of our kids for a long trip, and I had peace of mind that they were in good hands! So happy to have a great pet sitter now!

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Kenny C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jun 26, 2026

Lauren has sitted for us multiple times and she goes above and beyond caretaking expectations. She is courteous with our home and the little ones have become accustomed to her presence. Highly recommend to others, especially for first-time pet owners.

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Chris C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jun 25, 2026

I can't recommend Lauren enough! My cat Bruce is very shy, easily startled, and can have some pretty big feelings when meeting new people. From the very beginning, she was incredibly patient, understanding, and respectful of his unique personality. She never tried to force interactions and instead let him warm up at his own pace, which meant so much to me. She provided thoughtful updates, made sure all of his needs were met, and gave me more peace of mind while I was away. Lauren always kept in touch and was in constant communication about Bruce. It was clear she genuinely cares about the animals she looks after and understands that every pet is different. I came home to a well-cared-for cat, and I'm so grateful for the kindness and professionalism she showed. I would absolutely book with Lauren again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a compassionate and dependable pet sitter.

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Cheyenne T.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jun 15, 2026

Lauren was great with my 3 (sometimes mischievous) kitties. She sent detailed updates and great pictures after each visit and I could tell everyone was well taken care of. Would highly recommend her for any pet sitting needs and I will definitley be hoping to have her help again in the future 😊

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Nicole D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jun 10, 2026

Lauren did well with my cat, even though my cat can be aggressive and territorial. She was able to give her her meds and food both days.

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I currently work full-time, but have availability in the mornings, evenings, and weekends. With enough notice, I may be able to accommodate other times as I am available. Please refer to my availability calendar for my most up to date schedule. My schedule fills up quick, so please reach out if you are interested in services!

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Lauren can host up to 2 drop-ins per day
I am currently only accepting requests for drop-ins and dog walks. I will not accept any requests for overnight care. Upon receiving a request for services, I will require a meet and greet (new clients only) so that I can get to know you and your pet as well as what to expect during a visit. I may charge additional fees if the request is outside of my service radius. During the meet and greet, please be as descriptive and explicit as possible when providing care instructions. The care that I provide is strongly based on instructions from the owner. If there is anything that I can do to make your pet more comfortable, please let me know. My goal is to ease the minds of both the pet and owner that I will provide the utmost support and care.
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.