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Kelly R.

New Orleans, LA

5.0 out of 5 stars
141 reviews
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Services

Kelly can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

I work 7 days a week, all year long in pet care! It's not a side hustle for me. I see my pet clients as family.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About Kelly R.

Communication

55 repeat pet parents
80% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

Pets in my home get treated like my own dogs. They are apart of the daily routine. I also manage my schedule where I am never away for more than three hours.

Information Kelly R. would like to know about your pet

*Vetting - Spayed or Neutered - Up to Date on Shots (at least preventatives) *Behavior Information - I can manage behavioral issues, I just need to know about them first. * Any medications needed * Crate Trained * Favorite toys, blankets or comfort items * Special food requirements

A typical day

I will treat your dog like my own. My dogs are lazy so they hold the couch down. I walk my dogs about every 3 to 4 hours. My dogs get car rides for a pup cup. (optional for your dog) Otherwise, your dog will be a part of the pack on the couch, bed, or their choice...

Location

New Orleans, LA

Kelly R.'s Neighborhood

Pets

30 years experience!

Pet care experience

Let a Pet Care Specialist with decades of experience come to you.... (Currently, I am not doing pm visits) I am with Kanine Krewe Nola. See more reviews on Facebook and Thumbtack. This is not a side hustle but sole job. Whether House Sitting, Pet Sitting, Drop Ins or Dog Walking, I will care for your pets of all shapes, sizes, attitudes, and breeds. I treat each pet as an individual and do not believe any breed is inherently aggressive. Your pet will have the best care with the exercise, social interaction, and personal attention they crave. Your dog will enjoy motivating and fun customized walking routes & play time. Your pets will be treated exactly as my own dogs! With each visit, your pets will get to know me, the same friendly person, who will make sure there is plenty of food and water, and administer medication, if required. After each walk, we’ll also make sure your dog’s paws are wiped clean to avoid any tracking in your home. Your pets' well-being is my top priority. I am an experienced large dogs and bully breed foster/sitter. I have a training background & I am trained in basic vetting. I have fostered & volunteered for Secondhand Hounds, MARS, Ruff Start, MN Pit Bull Rescue and more.. I volunteer for Villalobos Rescue Center, LASPCA & Animal Rescue New Orleans as well. Please see my references. I can look in on cats too! I offer flexible package rates for multiple days. Just message me...

Cat care experience

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30 years experience!

Kelly also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Reviews

Lucas P.
Drop-In Visits • apr 06, 2026
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Kelly did a great job!

Courtney B.
Drop-In Visits • jan 17, 2026
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Kelly was fantastic! She took excellent care of our Goose

Elisabeth O.
Drop-In Visits • dec 23, 2025
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Kelly is fantastic! Very reliable and sent great photos and information. She was also very kind when my plans changed at the last minute. Highly recommend!

Meeta P.
Dog Walking • aug 15, 2025
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Sent a cute picture of my pup and was conscious of walking her during dry weather!

About Kelly R.

Communication

55 repeat pet parents
80% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

Pets in my home get treated like my own dogs. They are apart of the daily routine. I also manage my schedule where I am never away for more than three hours.

Information Kelly R. would like to know about your pet

*Vetting - Spayed or Neutered - Up to Date on Shots (at least preventatives) *Behavior Information - I can manage behavioral issues, I just need to know about them first. * Any medications needed * Crate Trained * Favorite toys, blankets or comfort items * Special food requirements

A typical day

I will treat your dog like my own. My dogs are lazy so they hold the couch down. I walk my dogs about every 3 to 4 hours. My dogs get car rides for a pup cup. (optional for your dog) Otherwise, your dog will be a part of the pack on the couch, bed, or their choice...

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Kelly R.

New Orleans, LA

5.0 out of 5 stars
141 reviews