Lu & Clay L.
Lu & Clay L.
Contact for Boarding
from $90 per night
Highlights
Pet care experience
Flexible, reliable, and loving care
Hi, we’re Lu and Clay! We live in Williamsburg with our 7-year-old Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Artemis. We couldn't imagine living in this city without the comfort and love of a dog, and we understand how important it is to have the right support for them. That is where we come in! Clay works with dogs full-time and first started pet-sitting when he was 7, caring for the dogs in his community. Lu has had animals her whole life and also spent years volunteering at animal shelters as a teenager. We both place care at the center of our relationships with dogs and value building long-term bonds. Since 2023, we have been providing boarding, housesitting, daycare, and walking services in our neighborhood. We have experience with most breeds and all ages, from newly vaccinated puppies to seniors with mobility concerns. We're comfortable administering medication and generally open to understanding your dog's unique needs.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
Thank you so much!! He’s been getting more guard dog like for whatever reason, a work in progress!
Lu and Clay were great and so caring towards Wally! They were quick to share text and photo updates, and made sure that Wally felt comfortable in their home. Would definitely recommend!
Lu was so so communicative and proactive! She was warm and kind and Auggie loved her and her caretaking so much! Will be booking Lu and Clay and again soon!
Clay and Lu are absolutely exceptional dog sitters and we couldn’t have felt more at peace leaving Lucy in their care. From the very first night, they sent detailed, thoughtful updates full of warmth and genuine affection, making it clear that Lucy wasn’t just a guest but truly part of their home for the week. They kept up her training routines, practiced her tricks daily, took her on long walks, and brought her to the dog park to help her build confidence. Lucy thrived with them, gained noticeable confidence, and came home happy and healthy. Their communication was consistent, sweet, and reassuring every single day, which made our time away so much more enjoyable. We are so grateful to have found them, we wouldn’t hesitate to book again in a heartbeat. 🖤
Lu and Clay are the best! They would give me daily updates of my pup with cute photos. My pup was missing them a lot! Highly recommend! ❤️
Lu and Clay were amazing and Leo clearly had a great time with them! He doesn’t generally get too attached but he clearly had fun and was sad to leave, which was really cute. They sent pictures and check ins and were great about doing a m&g and flexible timings on pickup and drop off. Will definitely be reaching out again!
Calendar and availability
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Schedule
Lu works full-time with a hybrid schedule, while Clay focuses solely on the dogs. Between the two of us, we have flexible availability for walks, pets, and play. Our schedule changes from week to week, including both recurring and one-off commitments. Due to the nature of our schedules, we typically ask for some flexibility with exact timing for walks, and we discuss this individually with each owner. For dogs who are boarding with us, we typically follow their usual routines, which we align on before their stay. If the weather permits and the owner is comfortable with it, you can also find us at one of the multiple dog parks near our place.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
We strive to be the dependable, responsive, and loving sitters that we would want to leave Artemis with. Before any booking, we like to understand the owner's full expectations and discuss the dog's needs, routine, and any quirks or preferences. We keep notes on every dog to ensure continuity of care. Generally, we stick to a few rules: - We never let dogs off-leash (except in enclosed dog parks). - We allow dogs on furniture and beds. - We don't give dogs human food and always ask about allergies. - We provide extra bowls, treats, toys, and poop bags. For walks, we are always mindful of the weather conditions and offer alternatives if we can't provide the full service, such as playing indoors. Additional notes for boarding: We live in a 3-bedroom with a terrace, which includes a fresh patch potty area. We live on the first floor up a flight of stairs. For small breeds like dachshunds, we have soft staircases in the apartment for accessing the couch and bed, and we carry them up and down the building stairs. Please note that our building has an active stairwell, so it's not the best environment for pups who are reactive to street noise or who struggle with separation anxiety. For updates, we can either message you through Rover or provide you with our phone numbers for texting or WhatsApp. You can expect lots of cute pictures of your pup and blurbs about their day.
Pets
A typical day
It’s important to us that your pet gets plenty of love in your absence. Whatever makes them feel good, whether it’s park time or cuddles, we’ll be responsive and attentive to their needs. In the past, we've taken dogs to parks, breweries, picnics, and even the first-annual Small Dog Pride Parade. We'll make sure your dog feels so cared for that they'll be sad to say goodbye to us!