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Lu & Clay L.

5.0 out of 5 stars
83 repeat clients
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Lu & Clay L.

5.0 out of 5 stars
83 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $90 per night

Highlights

Lu & Clay have Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
23 years of experience
Home full time
Can administer medication
Special needs experience

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. Please note: As of September 2026, Lu’s work schedule has her focused on housesitting only. Clay handles all walks, boarding, daycare, pickups and dropoffs.

Qualifications

83 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
23 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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230 ratings
jama w.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 28, 2026

they took the best care of my boy!!!!!! sent lots of updates and pictures. it’s so clear my dog loved staying with them. :)

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Lisa C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 18, 2026

My dog Mochi had a wonderful time with Clay + Lu. They regularly sent photos and updates. I would not hesitate to rebook...and I'm sure Mochi would be thrilled to spend time with them again!

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Molly S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Aug 17, 2026

Lovely, communicative and helpful! Our first time working with a dog walker and it was a great experience.

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Alejandra G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Aug 07, 2026

Lu and Clay were amazing, so attentive sending me updates and cuddling with her, would definitely leave my baby with them again!

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Blake E.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 03, 2026

Always the best and so caring for my Wally!

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Brittany W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 23, 2026

Moose came back happy and healthy! I feel like I can truly tell when he likes his dog sitter and Moose would give his stay 5 stars. Thank you so much for the pictures of him every day!

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Schedule

As of September 2026, Lu’s work schedule has her focused on housesitting only. Clay works full-time with the dogs and handles all walks, boarding, daycare, pickups and dropoffs. For dogs who are boarding with us, we 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

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

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!

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Unspayed females accepted, neutered males only
No females in heat
Lu & Clay can host up to 4 pets per night
Please let us know about the following: - Their typical routine - How they get along with other dogs - Rules you'd like us to enforce - Any separation anxiety or excessive barking - Any allergies, medical conditions, or mobility concerns Please note our apartment is NOT the right fit for dogs who: - Are not housetrained / have accidents or mark inside - Are highly reactive to noises - Struggle with any form of separation anxiety such that they cannot be left alone
Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.