Lorraine M.
Lorraine M.
Contact for Boarding
CA$84 total per night
Highlights
Pet care experience
Newly re-certified in pet first aid
I’m a highly experienced pet-sitter and house-sitter who has been at this full time since 2012. My "day job" is digital journalism so I'm totally mobile as long as there is wifi on the premises. Non-smoker, non-partier. Tons of references for everything from horses to lizards, but mostly dogs of all kinds and sizes and needs and routines. I offer house sitting, pet sitting (live in), dog walking, drop-in cat care, and even hobby farm or B&B/Inn management. I've got solid experience with troubled rescues, aggressive dogs, giant breeds, toy breeds, indoor cats, guinea pigs, horses, chickens, puppies, lizards, and also with pets needing medication. I have both human and animal first aid training. Willing to travel outside of Ottawa area if costs are covered.
Cat care experience
Lorraine also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
Lorraine was great. She kept me in the loop and answered my texts quickly. Taco missed his paw parents so he wasn’t his usual friendly self while we were away. Thanks again Lorraine!
Lorraine is our go to sitter any time we have to be away from our cats. She cleans up after them if they make messes, ensures they are happy and fed, and keeps the place very clean. She always responds to me when I reach out. Honestly such a great sitter, would continuously recommend!
Earl is in a good mood and clearly had fun with Lorraine.
Lorraine kept the place incredibly clean! The cats were very happy and energized when we got back home!!
Lorraine watched our three dogs and made us feel at ease about leaving them with her. We received regular updates and would definitely ask her back!
This was my first time using rover. I was a little skeptical at first but after being canceled on by my first sitter, Lorraine was able to step in with less than 72 hours notice and I couldn't have been more thankful for her. She went above and beyond my expectations, followed my instructions and communicated with me throughout her stay. I will definitely be looking to book with her again in the future.
Calendar and availability
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Schedule
As a freelance journalist, I work from home and rely on pets to get me out of the apartment. Writing and pet-sitting is a great combination for physical and mental health.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
My home is in a pet-friendly building with a small private park suitable for short walks, and just a few blocks from a couple of dog parks. Surrounding streets are quiet, with minimal traffic. I take in only one pet at a time so there are no issues. I never give food or treats that the owners haven't approved.
A typical day
Usually when I'm looking after dogs we do a short walk in the morning, a long "adventure" walk after lunch, and at least one more walk in the evening after dinner. Potty breaks as needed. With cats, I will play with them as they prefer. If they're not into it, we can just hang out.