Laurie P.
Laurie P.
Contact for Boarding
from $50 per night
Highlights
Pet care experience
Our pets are family! WFH caretaker
🐾 ABOUT ME & MY HOME 🐾 I am a lifelong pet lover who was raised with dogs and lovingly cared for my own Australian Cattle Dog until 2023. Since she crossed the rainbow bridge, I’ve truly missed having a "furry coworker." I work from home full-time, so your pet will have constant companionship and a flexible schedule for mid-day play or potty breaks. I live with my 17-year-old daughter, and we are both comfortable with all dog breeds, sizes, and cats of any demeanor. 🏡 A HOME AWAY FROM HOME 🏡 My home is fully equipped to keep your pup happy and relaxed! To help with a smooth transition, I provide: 🧸 ENRICHMENT: A variety of cognitive toys and soothing toys to keep minds active and nerves calm. ☁️ COMFORT: Three cozy dog beds and two sets of dog stairs for easy access to furniture (if permitted). 💧 HYDRATION: Three dedicated water bowl stations throughout the home. 🔒 SAFETY & ROUTINE 🔒 I am a stickler for safety! I keep human foods out of reach and constantly scan for potential hazards. I also follow your specific home guidelines regarding furniture and routines to ensure consistency for your pet. ✈️ ADDITIONAL SERVICES ✈️ • Airport Shuttle: I offer a $50 total service to take you and your pup(s) to and from the airport. • Travel Fee: For drop-in requests more than 15 minutes away, there is an additional $2/min fee per visit.
Cat care experience
Laurie also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
Laurie was great and communicative! Our dog had a great weekend with her - looking forward to rebooking with Laurie in the future!
Again I had the best time with Ms. Laurie. Can’t wait to see you again . Oh yeah I loved that cooling mat on that hot August day .
This was the second time Addie stayed overnight for a few days with Laurie. Laurie thought up creative ideas to encourage Addie to eat and drink and kept me well-informed with updates and pictures. I appreciate Laurie tailoring her care uniquely to Addie’s specific needs and quirks and value her as Addie’s friend and caregiver.
We have always been very pleased with the care Laurie has provided our dog when we're away. She is very reliable and responsive, and she always shares great photos of her visits. I would recommend her to anyone!
Laurie was great with our 2 cats!! She was great about sticking with our timelines and she sent us great pics and videos. We will definitely book her again when needed.
Another great experience and thanks for taking such great care of our good boy. He also says thanks!
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Schedule
My home is my workspace, which means your pet becomes my 'department head' for the day! My schedule is highly flexible, allowing for consistent supervision, belly rubs, and potty breaks. Because I manage my own hours, I can easily pivot to handle midday visits or any unexpected needs that arise.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
Safety is my top priority, and I maintain a 'pet-proofed' environment at all times. This means keeping all human foods and medications strictly out of reach and scanning for any 'mischief' opportunities before they happen. Whether in my home or yours, I do a daily sweep for hazards like open trash bins or a runaway sock.
A typical day
A typical day starts with a morning stretch and a potty break, followed by breakfast and some focused 'brain work' using snuffle mats or puzzles. Since I work from home, the day is peppered with interactive play—we might head outside for some high-energy fun with the flirt pole or a herding ball. I love leaning into whatever makes your pet goofy, whether that’s provoking a good case of the zoomies, happy hippy-hops or settling in for dedicated belly rubs and nose boops during my office breaks.
- 0 to 15 lbs16 to 40 lbs41 to 100 lbsover 101 lbsDogs over 1 year oldSpayed and neutered dogs onlyNo females in heatTakes only 1 client at a timeLaurie can host up to 1 pet per night
- 📝 TO HELP ME PROVIDE THE BEST CARE, PLEASE SHARE: ⏰ ROUTINE: What is their typical feeding schedule? Do they free feed? 🥎 Behaviors: What is their specific "business phrase"? Are they a "door-bolter" or do they have specific triggers (like squirrels or other dogs) while on a leash? 💊 HEALTH: Please list current medications, allergies, or physical limitations (like joint issues for the dog stairs). ⚡ TEMPERAMENT: Are they prone to separation anxiety, or do they have any "scary" noises they dislike (like thunder or vacuums)?