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Laurie R.

Bethel, PA

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Professional for Pampered Pets

Pet care experience

At 60 I have a lifelong passion for animals. Years ago I left a lucrative career to follow my heart and provide the healthiest, happiest care for pets. My own family consists of nearly 40 rescues on our small farm. With more than 20 years experience pet sitting, working and managing boarding facilities and pet spas, I feel in home care is the best option when you need to be away from home. I am available for visits to play with, exercise, feed, water, clean up after, give medications, whatever you require, trying to keep your pets on their regular schedule. I do daily visits for client's during their long work days as well as overnight stays and house sitting duties. I service 20 mile radius from Strausstown. This includes Hamburg area, Lebanon area, Myerstown area, Womelsdorf, Robesonia, Bethel, Bernville, Southern Schuylkill County and more. Fully insured, I can provide a clear background/criminal clearance through the state police and client references. I am continually taking classes on all natural pet health to provide the best care for my own pets, and pass along that information when requested. I am also the founder of the nonprofit, The Wellness Center for Pets & Their People, providing for our neighbors in need. I look forward to meeting your pet and you and discussing your needs. Rates are dependent on your requirements and number of pets. The base is $17 a visit, $35 an overnight. Discounts on mutiple night stays with visits. Why I love dog sitting I have had dogs my entire life, with the exception of my college life, (did still have a dog at my parent's home), and a few years after college, where I had only cats. In 1995 I left my career and began doing what I love by opening The "Berry" Best Natural Pet Bakery, dedicated to the rescue of the greyhound. Since then I have followed my heart and besides volunteering, and fostering made my work what I love. Opening my Center in 2013 and becoming a nonprofit in 2016.

Reviews

Kate C.
Jul 24, 2014

Laurie has taken care of my fur kids for nearly 10 years. We have dogs, cats, horses, goats, and rabbits. She goes above and beyond in her care and provides house sitting duties as well. We even have entrusted our children, from the time they were born, in her care. The whole family loves her and she them. We would highly recommend her.

About Laurie R.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour

Skills

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

Information Laurie R. would like to know about your pet

It is important to know your pup's normal routine as I attempt to keep their schedule as close to normal as possible. Any quirks they may have, any favorite things, any phobias, any illnesses. I love all animals, but, my heart and soul is with greyhounds. My own dog family consists of all rescues,2 greyhounds, a cairn terrier mix, a basset, a a 5 year old blind cocker spaniel - product of a puppy mill, and a Chesapeake bay retriever. I also have many cats, mini donkeys and horses. My experience in care also includes cats, horses, mini horses, ponies, goats, mules, mini donkeys, pigs, chickens, rabbits, birds, llamas, alpacas, reptiles, fish. My horse experience ranges from pets to show and race horses.

A typical day

Time I'll spend with your dog Will spend the time you request with your pet. Some clients only wish 1/2 hour, others an hour. Rates are based on number of pets, specific requirements, ie walks, medications, etc. Rates starting at $15 a visit, and $30 for an overnight stay. Extra house-sitting services I do perform house sitting duties, turning lights on and off, taking out trash, bringing in mail, watering plants, watering gardens, etc.

Services

House Sitting
in your home
AWAY
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
AWAY
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
AWAY

Laurie can watch in your home

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

About Laurie R.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour

Skills

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

Information Laurie R. would like to know about your pet

It is important to know your pup's normal routine as I attempt to keep their schedule as close to normal as possible. Any quirks they may have, any favorite things, any phobias, any illnesses. I love all animals, but, my heart and soul is with greyhounds. My own dog family consists of all rescues,2 greyhounds, a cairn terrier mix, a basset, a a 5 year old blind cocker spaniel - product of a puppy mill, and a Chesapeake bay retriever. I also have many cats, mini donkeys and horses. My experience in care also includes cats, horses, mini horses, ponies, goats, mules, mini donkeys, pigs, chickens, rabbits, birds, llamas, alpacas, reptiles, fish. My horse experience ranges from pets to show and race horses.

A typical day

Time I'll spend with your dog Will spend the time you request with your pet. Some clients only wish 1/2 hour, others an hour. Rates are based on number of pets, specific requirements, ie walks, medications, etc. Rates starting at $15 a visit, and $30 for an overnight stay. Extra house-sitting services I do perform house sitting duties, turning lights on and off, taking out trash, bringing in mail, watering plants, watering gardens, etc.

Location

Bethel, PA

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Laurie R.

Bethel, PA

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