Lorraine L.
Lorraine L.
Contact for Boarding
from $35 per night
Highlights
Pet care experience
Home. Love. Tail Wags.
Hi, I'm Lorraine! Animals have always been a huge part of my life. I'm currently a proud pet mom to Winston, my loyal 8-year-old Chocolate Labrador; Bear, his mischievous 8-month-old Mini Dachshund brother; Sam, our curious 9-month-old cat; Theodore, our sweet 6-year-old bunny; and Tito, our 9-year-old feisty Green-Cheek Conure. Over the years, I've been fortunate to love many wonderful pets. I raised our beloved mastiff mix Bruno, from puppyhood through his senior years until he crossed the Rainbow Bridge at 16 years old. I've also cared for our two cats, Dolly and Mowgli, from kittens into adulthood. Beyond cats and dogs, I have hands-on experience caring for bunnies, hamsters, lizards, and birds, including my beautiful Blue Quaker Parrot, Mr. Grumbles. Most recently, I enjoyed running a small homestead where I cared for 25 chickens and 2 roosters, along with 22 hand-raised cheeky ducks. When you entrust your pets to my care, you can have complete peace of mind knowing they'll be treated with the same love, patience, and attention I give my own family pets. Whether it's a walk, drop-in visit, or overnight stay, I'll make sure they feel safe, happy, and well cared for while you're away. Communication is important to me, so you'll receive regular updates and plenty of photos to help you feel connected to your furry (or feathered!) family members. Before any booking, I'd love to arrange a meet-and-greet so we can get to know each other, discuss your pet's routine and individual needs, and ensure their vacation is just as enjoyable as yours!
Cat care experience
Lorraine also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
Lorraine has been a trusted friend for 20 years. During that time, we have shared so many wonderful moments as new parents to our children as well as all of our adored pets. Lorraine's house is a delightful place filled with barks, purrs, and chirps. She has always had a menagerie of critters with fur, feathers, and scales. Each one is happy, healthy, and dearly cared for with love. Lorraine is trustworthy, kind, and loyal, the perfect person to care for your sweet animals.
We couldn't have asked for a better experience for our two dogs, cat, and bird. They were all so well cared for, and it was clear they were happy and comfortable throughout their stay. Communication with Lorraine was excellent, she provided regular updates throughout, and we felt completely at ease knowing they were in such good hands. We'd happily book again and highly recommend Lorraine.
Lorraine is the best! Honest. Responsible. Caring. Years of experience caring for dogs (seniors and pups), cats, birds, bunnies, lizards, chickens, ducks …. she does it all! Easy to work with and knowing my zoo is in good care when I’m away is priceless. And my zoo says “thank you Lorraine” 😊
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Schedule
Pet care is naturally woven into my daily routine because I care for my own pets every day. My mornings begin with feeding, walks, fresh water, cleaning litter trays and cages, and making sure everyone gets the attention they need before I start my day. Throughout the day, I make time for potty breaks, playtime, enrichment, and plenty of affection, with usually an hour-long evening walks, feeding, and bedtime routines to finish the day. When I'm caring for your pet, I make them part of my routine too. I carefully follow their normal schedule to help them feel comfortable and secure while you're away, ensuring they receive the same love, patience, and attentive care that I give my own pets
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
When dogs stay in my home, they'll be welcomed into a safe, loving environment alongside my two friendly, well-mannered dogs. I have a securely fenced backyard where they can enjoy supervised playtime, explore, and relax on the shaded porch. Daily exercise is an important part of our routine, so I walk my dogs twice a day through my gated community, always on a leash for their safety. For puppies and younger dogs who are still learning, I'm happy to reinforce basic commands and good manners using positive, consistent encouragement. I always follow your preferred routines and training methods to help maintain consistency. For drop-in visits, I like to schedule a meet-and-greet beforehand so I can get to know you, your pet, and their normal routine. This gives us an opportunity to discuss feeding schedules, walks, medications, favorite activities, and any special instructions, ensuring your pet receives personalized care while you're away. Throughout each visit, I'll provide plenty of love, attention, and regular photo updates so you can have complete peace of mind.
Pets
A typical day
Every pet has their own personality, so I like to tailor activities to what they enjoy most. For dogs, that might include neighborhood walks, supervised playtime in my securely fenced backyard, games of fetch or tug, enrichment toys, treat puzzles, and plenty of time for sniffing and exploring. For puppies and younger dogs, I'm also happy to practice basic commands and reinforce good manners through positive encouragement. For cats, I enjoy interactive play with wand toys, laser pointers, and enrichment games, along with brushing (if they enjoy it), lap time, and quiet companionship. I understand that some cats prefer affection while others simply appreciate a calm, familiar presence, and I'm happy to follow their lead. No matter the species, my goal is to make your pet feel happy, engaged, and loved while you're away. Whether they enjoy playing, exploring, or simply curling up for cuddles, I'll make sure they receive plenty of attention, affection, and individualized care every day.