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Lori P.

Elk Grove, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•42 reviews
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LOVE dog speak & their ZEST 4 life

Pet care experience

I raised my lab from a puppy thru its life & worked with my first professional trainer for 18 months. I was off-leashed licensed with him back east & continue to use the many skills I learned when dealing with other's dogs. I especially work well with helping puppies learn the ropes & getting them off to a great start in their new pack. I am unable to have a pet now and miss it. I have a lovely backyard, (and no, I never, ever, leave your dog(s) outside unattended or when I'm gone). I do prefer a crate or I will use a gate for the few times I might not be able to visually supervise your pooch for their safety, (like I'm in the shower!). Until your dog(s) and I develop a trust in my home that they can be left unattended, as in my eyes aren't on them. I love animals, but these are your babies and I want to make sure they are safe with me at all times. When my lab was a puppy I would attach his leash to my belt loop when I was cooking in the kitchen, so he could be out of his crate but not unsupervised. So rest assured, I don't use crates to house or punish, and I prefer they aren't in them. I DO TAKE MULTIPLE DOGS from ONE CLIENT or FAMILY. (If I list that I take two dogs on Rover it makes my calendar look open when it is not. I do not take pets from multiple clients at a time unless they know each other and are wanting to both use me for a shared trip, and assure me that their dogs get along.) If you have a dog that can be destructive, please allow me to come to your house to sit them vs mine. I trust you to use your judgment. Don't be afraid to tell me of their "issues." It makes for a better experience for you, your pet(s), and me if we are completely upfront with one another. I'm not trying to change your pet's behavior but to make sure that you get back the pet you left with no new issues, who is happy to see you and not afraid to come back. (It doesn't mean I might not give you some suggestions if you are interested!) Truly, I enjoy animals, I'm easy going, and having had pets and kids, I understand that they are precious to you and having them well cared for while you're away, makes your experience more pleasurable. After all, that's the whole point of great services like Rover. I've been doing it for my friends for years and am happy to do it for you. (When booking your dates, please be considerate of your drop off and pick up times. If you are dropping off before 3pm or picking up after 3pm, please allow for a small day rate fee to be added of $10 (total, not per pet). Thank you for your consideration.)

Reviews

Hannah S.
Dog Boarding • Jan 11, 2022
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Lori is a wonderful pet sitter and made sure my dog was very comfortable, well cared for, and safe. What a blessing she is!

Cathy S.
Dog Boarding • Aug 17, 2021
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Lori is amazing to my puppy. She kept me informed each day she had our puppy, and I could tell she was loving and kind to our puppy. I would highly recommend Lori to anyone. She is also extremely knowledgeable about dogs with very good suggestions for our puppy.

christie c.
Dog Boarding • Jun 28, 2021
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Lori is wonderful. Communication is good, she is

Lisa C.
Dog Boarding • May 26, 2021
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Lori did an amazing job with our lost sight pet. Her loving care and continued updates provided much relief which helped up enjoy our time away more. Would highly recommend.

About Lori P.

Communication

21 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in within a few hours
30% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Lori P. would like to know about your pet

If there are any behavioral issues the owners are dealing with. What the dog enjoys or doesn't. Food restrictions. Medications. And no I don't have a breed preference. Checklist of items for you to bring: Bowls, Food, Collar/Leash, Bed/Fav Toys/Blanket, Crate (discuss as needed), Emergency Contact, Vet, Medications.

A typical day

Neighborhood walks, go to a park, or where the owner might direct me and if a dog park is allowed by the owners. Any restrictions are honored.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
AWAY
House Sitting
in your home
AWAY
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
AWAY
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
AWAY

Lori can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only
Takes only 1 client at a time

Lori can watch in your home

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

About Lori P.

Communication

21 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in within a few hours
30% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Lori P. would like to know about your pet

If there are any behavioral issues the owners are dealing with. What the dog enjoys or doesn't. Food restrictions. Medications. And no I don't have a breed preference. Checklist of items for you to bring: Bowls, Food, Collar/Leash, Bed/Fav Toys/Blanket, Crate (discuss as needed), Emergency Contact, Vet, Medications.

A typical day

Neighborhood walks, go to a park, or where the owner might direct me and if a dog park is allowed by the owners. Any restrictions are honored.

Location

Elk Grove, CA

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Lori P.

Elk Grove, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•42 reviews