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Lance S.

Virginia Beach, VA

4 reviews
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Animal lover

Pet care experience

I've grown up around animals, from ferrets to chocolate labs and everything in between. My family and friends (and neighbors who become friends!) often come to me for help with their pets. I have also worked at pet resorts and doggy daycares, walking and feeding and administering medicine to all kinds of pups. I have taken care of animals from snakes to macaws to Cane Corsos! I have had a life-long interest in animal husbandry and pet care and I love to meet all kinds of pets and put their pet parents at ease!

Reviews

Jennifer Y.
Apr 16, 2024

I’ve had the opportunity to hire Lance several times to take care of my 3 cats for me when I’ve been out of town. I knew it would go well from the first visit he had with us before I left town to meet the cats and pick up the key. My oldest cat is around 8 years old and usually is very wary of new people. He immediately went up to Lance and accepted some head scritches - it was obvious that my boy was going to be comfortable with Lance being there. Every time I’ve hired Lance, my cats have been perfectly content when I have gotten home. I can tell they’ve had attention and have been well taken care of. It really makes being away from home easier knowing that the cats do seem to have just accepted Lance as part of the crew. As an added bonus, Lance takes awesome cat photos! The updates he has sent me have been silly, sweet, surprising (my oldest cat sat on his lap one time?!?), and seriously better pictures of my cats than the ones I take. I would definitely recommend hiring Lance to take care of any feline family members who need looking after.

Michelle S.
Apr 14, 2024

Lance has a huge love for animals and it sure does show by the way he cares for our pets. He is awesome with communication and is very responsible. He takes the time to really play and interact with our pets. Which really gives us peace of mind being away from our fur babies. We HIGHLY recommend Lance, he will not disappoint. He is reliable and trustworthy. You and your pets will love him.

Mandy S.
Mar 22, 2024

Lance has been watching my dogs for years now. I’m an anxious dog mom and he is the only person I trust to care for them, especially overnight or for several nights. He’s very good at communicating, which is important to me. He sends me regular updates, with pictures. He’s a calm and relaxed presence and my anxious pup really responds well to that. Both of my dogs have fallen in love with Lance. He’s trustworthy, punctual, and responsible. He’s great at following schedules and giving medications, along with feeding and walking. I can’t recommend him enough, his connection with animals is remarkable 😊

Tate S.
Mar 22, 2024

I absolutely trust Lance with my two dogs and my home. He has lots of experience with all types of pets. My dogs love him. One of my dogs requires special care and Lance handles him really well. I never worry when Lance is dog sitting for us. He is also just an all around great human being.

About Lance S.

Skills

5 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

In my client's home, I make sure their pets are safe, loved, and given plenty of play (and snuggles!) time while I am there. I would want the same for my own babies! I of course keep the house clean and neat before I leave so pet parents are not coming home to a mess! I can also take garbage/recycling out and collect mail if desired!

Information Lance S. would like to know about your pet

I have experience with diabetic pets and pets who need subcutaneous fluids, so insulin injections are no problem as long as I'm aware of their schedule.

A typical day

I enjoy a good game of fetch and 'catch-me-if-you-can' with pups who love to run and get all that energy out! Tug of war, tag, or just a good ol' walk are all on the agenda depending on their energy level and their needs.

Services

House Sitting
in your home
$46per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$27per visit

Lance can watch in your home

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

Availability

I am working full-time in the petcare industry, but I have a flexible schedule and I usually take very early morning shifts so my nights and afternoons are often freed up. I can easily work with my employer to fit house- and pet-sitting into my weekly schedule!

Available
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About Lance S.

Skills

5 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

In my client's home, I make sure their pets are safe, loved, and given plenty of play (and snuggles!) time while I am there. I would want the same for my own babies! I of course keep the house clean and neat before I leave so pet parents are not coming home to a mess! I can also take garbage/recycling out and collect mail if desired!

Information Lance S. would like to know about your pet

I have experience with diabetic pets and pets who need subcutaneous fluids, so insulin injections are no problem as long as I'm aware of their schedule.

A typical day

I enjoy a good game of fetch and 'catch-me-if-you-can' with pups who love to run and get all that energy out! Tug of war, tag, or just a good ol' walk are all on the agenda depending on their energy level and their needs.

Location

Virginia Beach, VA

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Lance S.

Virginia Beach, VA

4 reviews