Dear TrustedHousesitters, I met Lori through my sister, who met her when they were both teaching in China. My family and I have known Lori for around 6/7 years. She always is sweet to my son and my animals when she is over and she helped care for my dogs (ChoCho and Skyler) while I was on vacation. When Lori cares for my dogs, I know that they will be safe and happy and she will follow the guidelines I have provided.. My animals have varying needs and she was very thorough when we were reviewing them. She made sure they got out in the morning, got their meds, restricted treats to only the ones I said were ok (one has terrible allergies which flare up when she strays from her diet or eats commercial treats). And the best part is that she plays with them. She probably plays with them more than I ever do haha... All of that in mind, I was able to relax, knowing that Lori has everything under control. She also sent me photos periodically of my two silly, happy dogs. I was not surprised to hear that Lori is pursuing this service and I am confident that she will be a dependable, responsible, reliable, understanding, and pet-centered sitter for anyone who entrusts their animals to her.