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Laurie P.

Hinesburg, VT

5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
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Services

Laurie can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only
Takes only 1 client at a time

Laurie can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

I volunteer full time remotely for a local dog Rescue. I offer a flexible schedule and can provide dog care in my home or yours as needed. I have a small dog and a “small dog friendly” medium sized dog for playmates as well as a large fenced yard!

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Laurie P.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour

Dog skills

30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I am very cautious to leave my dogs with sitters and understand the added stress of leaving a small dog or puppy in care. I offer 100 percent supervision and safety when I care for pets! I have years of experience with training dogs and knowledge of dog behaviors. I offer care specific to your dog’s needs and can provide drop in visits, walks or hikes and daycare or overnight stays in my home. We have a fully fenced yard in the woods.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs, 1 cat
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Laurie P. would like to know about your pet

Socialization and safety with small dogs. We have a 10 lbs. yorkie mix -he loves dogs but is very small. Prey drive? Any training needs or goals. I love to train puppies! Crate trained and housetrained? Cat friendly.

A typical day

I am an avid runner, hiker and walker. I love trail running and hiking. I will take your dog or puppy on daily adventures with my dog. I will keep your dog on leash for safety. Your dog can be free to play in our fenced yard accessed from our deck. Dog safety is my very important at my house.

Location

Hinesburg, VT

Laurie P.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Small Dog expertise!

Pet care experience

Life long dog owner and volunteer Adoption Coordinator with local Dog Rescue -expertise with small dogs! Avid hiker, runner and dog lover! Fully fenced yard and 2 dogs for company!

Reviews

Gene M.
Drop-In Visits • Jun 10, 2025
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Laurie did a fantastic job with Stella! She communicated with us was very professional and went above and beyond to take care of Stella! Laurie is very knowledgeable and friendly! We will ask for Laurie’s help again. I would highly recommend her.

Debbie L.
Apr 29, 2025

There are three things that set Laurie apart from other dog sitters: 1. She is reliably caring and understanding with our pet. She gets our dog, and loves her quirks. 2. Laurie is totally dependable. She trekked through 12’’ of snow up a steep driveway to visit our pet on a cold, winter morning. 3. Laurie is proactive about resolving problems whether they are behavioral, medical or something else. If your pet won’t take her medicine, she can handle it. If your pet needs some extra TLC, she can handle it. Laurie also walks our dog, sits with her and gives her much-needed attention and checks in with texts, photos and videos. I highly recommend her.

About Laurie P.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour

Dog skills

30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I am very cautious to leave my dogs with sitters and understand the added stress of leaving a small dog or puppy in care. I offer 100 percent supervision and safety when I care for pets! I have years of experience with training dogs and knowledge of dog behaviors. I offer care specific to your dog’s needs and can provide drop in visits, walks or hikes and daycare or overnight stays in my home. We have a fully fenced yard in the woods.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs, 1 cat
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Laurie P. would like to know about your pet

Socialization and safety with small dogs. We have a 10 lbs. yorkie mix -he loves dogs but is very small. Prey drive? Any training needs or goals. I love to train puppies! Crate trained and housetrained? Cat friendly.

A typical day

I am an avid runner, hiker and walker. I love trail running and hiking. I will take your dog or puppy on daily adventures with my dog. I will keep your dog on leash for safety. Your dog can be free to play in our fenced yard accessed from our deck. Dog safety is my very important at my house.

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Laurie P.

Hinesburg, VT

5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews