Laura is a very sweet and helpful lady and stay out of your way and respects your privacy. This was great for me since I booked this place mainly because it has a private entrance for you to come and go as you please.
For what you pay, it is an adequate place to stay in for a couple of nights and it’s proximity to LaGuardia is great.
I didn’t find the dogs to bark much and I barely saw them around.
I should note that just like any house that has pets, there is a scent around the common areas that lets you know it. It doesn’t smell dirty or bad at all, just the scent that lets you know there are animals living there. So, like they say: if you don’t love animals, then perhaps this place is not for you. I have had dogs in the past, so it didn’t bother me that much but if you don’t like pets or have never had them, take this into consideration.
Also, if you do stay here, try the King Of Tacos about a block away. Their tacos are phenomenal.