Laurie

Home from Home Dog Boarding and Cat Sitting

Whitley Bay
8 times favorited
2 recurring guests
Lives with 2 dogs, 2 cats and 1 pet
Lives with Miniature Smooth Dachshund Henry
Usually responds within few hours
16 h ago
Last activity
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Dog boarding
24h stay, at sitter's home
6 GBP for each additional pet
24 GBP
/night
All services and rates

About Laurie

I am a dedicated pet owner I currently have 2 dachshunds (smooth and wirehaired) 2 cats (Sphynx and Devon Rex) and 1 bearded dragon. The cats tend to stay upstairs and the dogs are not allowed upstairs so even if your dog is not cat friendly they will be fine here with me. I have been around animals all my life and I struggle to find sitters who can offer the love and care I can. I am happy to visit your cat at home and feed and make sure litter tray is clean, and I can board dachshunds and other small breeds (providing they get on well with my own dachshunds) maximum weight is 10kg.

I will provide daily photos and videos and will treat your precious pet like I treat my own dogs and cats. I live next to the beach so they will get lovely walks and will get lots of attention that a kennel will not offer. I am confident looking after all animals such as spiders, insects, tortoises, rodents, amphibians, fish but I am frightened of snakes 🐍 .

My daughter age 12 is also an animal lover and will sometimes accompany me on visits and walks. I have a full DBS as I work within local council. I have full cover pet sitting insurance that covers stays, visits and care through Protectively/ AXX to give you that extra peace of mind.

Your dogs will feel like they are home from home, they can snuggle next to me on the sofa, they even have their own green little sofa if they prefer. I have a dining room where they can also relax in. My garden is fully paved and has tall 6ft/ 5ft fences and is very secure and private and it even has a 3 meter wide patio cover over the back for those dogs who don't like the rain.
They will have full run of the downstairs but I do not allow dogs upstairs this is especially important for Dachshunds backs and I also have experience of IVDD back disease and I have 2 soft memory foam ramps to make getting on and off the sofa easier and safer.

I walk my own dogs a minimum of twice a day and these walks can be around the locals streets or to local parks and fields and then beach if weather and tides permitting. I can adapt to meet the needs and requirements of your dog.

I can offer your precious dog a home from home so they can have an amazing holiday with me as an extension of my family and give you that peace of mind when you are away on your holiday that your dog is loved and cared for.

I will only board small and medium size dogs up to the maximum weight of 10kg and I only board dogs from the same household along with my 2 dachshunds. I will arrange a local meet up beforehand to see if your dog/dogs get on with mine then if this succesful we could arranged a home visit so your dog can familiarise themselves within our home.

Your dog will never be left longer than 2 hours and I also have a webcam so I can check in on the dogs.

I can offer daily visits to care for cats and other small animals I can visit to meet your pets require and will follow all instructions given.

please feel free to ask any questions you may have

Laurie's services

At your home

One home visit a day
Book a pet sitter to stop by your home to feed and play with your pet
10 GBP
/day
Two home visits a day
Two drop-in visits for your pet
20 GBP
/day

At the sitter's home

Dog boarding
Overnight stay at the sitter's home
6 GBP for each additional pet
24 GBP
/night

Laurie also offers

Pick up / drop off

Cancellation policy: Flexible

Full refund if canceled before 12:00 p.m. one day before the booking, 50% refund afterward.

No refund is payable if the booking is canceled on or after the start date.

Note: All times are based on the sitter’s time zone

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Dog boarding
James, 2024-10-17

Tai had the time of his life at Laurie's, the daily updates showed how happy he was - I think he enjoyed his "holiday" more than we did ours.

Highly recommended.

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Dog boarding
Peter, 2024-10-15

Outstanding, Cookie came home very happy after a 5 night stay. Laurie will go the extra mile to make sure your pet is happy and well cared for! She's reliable, trustworthy, and excellent communications!

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Availability

Laurie's Pets

George
Miniature Wire Haired Dachshund
Henry
Miniature Smooth Dachshund
Phoenix
Cat
Milo
Cat
Cookie
Reptile

About Laurie's Home

Accepted pets

Puppies
< 1 year
Dog sizes
0-10 kg
Dog ages
0-20 years
Cats
all kinds
Ferrets
all kinds
Small animals
rodents, rabbits, ...

Laurie's home

A medium outdoor area
has kids older than ten
24/7 supervision
A fully fenced backyard
Emergency transport

Skills

Specific Skills

I speak English
+20 years of experience
Familiar with dog training techniques

Experience with

Rescuing pets

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Laurie

Laurie

Home from Home Dog Boarding and Cat Sitting

Whitley Bay
Dog boarding
24h stay, at sitter's home
6 GBP for each additional pet
24 GBP
/night
All services and rates
Contact Laurie

Cancellation policy: Flexible

Full refund if canceled before 12:00 p.m. one day before the booking, 50% refund afterward.

No refund is payable if the booking is canceled on or after the start date.

Note: All times are based on the sitter’s time zone

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