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Lorraine A.

5.0 out of 5 stars
12 repeat clients
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Lorraine A.

5.0 out of 5 stars
12 repeat clients
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Durham, NC

Highlights

Lorraine has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
30 years of experience
Home full time

Pet care experience

Loving Care, Like Family

What sets me apart from other sitters is the level of care, attention, and consistency I provide. I don’t just “watch” dogs — I take the time to understand their routines, personalities, and comfort needs so they feel safe and relaxed while you’re away. I intentionally limit the number of dogs I care for at one time, allowing for individualized attention, a calm environment, and plenty of affection. In our home, dogs are surrounded by love — including from my daughter, who genuinely enjoys helping care for them and gives them extra cuddles, playtime, and attention. With regular updates, clear communication, and genuine care, every dog is treated like family — never just another booking.

Qualifications

12 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
30 years of experience

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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32 ratings
Brianne A.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Oct 01, 2026

Lorraine took great care of our dog Louie over the weekend! She stopped in the check on him a few times through the day, took him for walks and was great about sending updates and photos. Highly recommend!

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Camila A.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Aug 25, 2026

Lorraine takes very good care of our dog

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TJ K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Aug 24, 2026

Always reliable and great with our dogs and family!

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Rachelle
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 22, 2026

Overall a great experience. Zeus was well taken care of and I really enjoyed the pictures. I will use her services again.

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Emily C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 16, 2026

We already knew and trusted Lorraine as she walks our dog Kevin during the week, so it doesn’t come as a surprise that boarding him with her over a weekend was a great experience! As always, she was communicative and helpful. We felt that Kevin could not have been better cared for!

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Camila A.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Aug 14, 2026

Lorraine is very good at taking care of dogs. She's very loving and caring. High

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

Pet care fits seamlessly into my daily routine because I work from home full-time. This allows me to be present throughout the day for walks, feeding, playtime, and companionship—rather than leaving dogs alone for long stretches. I also have a small Yorkie at home, which helps keep our daily schedule consistent and structured, from regular potty breaks to walk times and meals. We’re lucky to have a nearby dog park that we walk to daily, giving dogs regular exercise, fresh air, and social enrichment as part of their routine. This established rhythm creates a calm, predictable environment where dogs can settle in quickly, while I remain available to supervise, respond to needs, and provide plenty of affection throughout the day.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Safety, trust & environment

When caring for pets in a client’s home, I follow their established routines as closely as possible to minimize stress, including feeding schedules, walks, medication, and preferred play or rest times. I treat each home with respect and provide regular updates, photos, and clear communication so pet parents have peace of mind. In both settings, pets are cared for with patience, affection, and individualized attention—never rushed and never treated like just another booking.

Pets

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only
Lorraine can host up to 3 pets per night
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.