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Lucia R.

Merle Hay, IA

5.0 out of 5 stars
145 reviews
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Dr. Lulittle at Your Service!

Pet care experience

Hello everyone! My name is Lucia and I can't wait to meet your furry family member! I have 14 years of experience with running my own pet sitting and dog walking business Dr. Lulittle's Pet and Ranch Services, and I am always accepting new clients. I cannot wait to take your dog on an adventure! I have always had a deep love and connection to animals, so much so that my family started noticing my gift and started calling me Dr. Lulittle! Taking that passion and turning it into a job is one of my favorite things that I get to do! I am a recent graduate of Colorado State University (CSU) with an Equine Science and Natural Resource Tourism degree. I am back in my home state of Iowa working as a Vet Tech for a local Des Moines vet clinic. I love to cuddle up on the couch or in bed but also love to be active and go for hikes, walks, trips to the dog park, and other adventures! I also worked at my vet hospital for 7 years and have lots of experience with medications, special care, etc. I know how hard it can be to leave your pet, or for your pet to be without you so I strive to bridge that gap and make the best experience possible! There are lots of parks and paths around where I live so they will always get to see new things every day! I can't wait to meet yall!

Reviews

Yenifer T.
Dog Boarding • Jan 05, 2024
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She took care of my babies like her own. she provided me with daily information and sent photos. She is an excellent sister. 100% recommended.

James E.
Dog Boarding • Dec 19, 2023
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great as always! Our dog loves spending time with Lucia!

Adam D.
Dog Boarding • Dec 02, 2023
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I am so pleased with how well my dog was taken care of by Lucia. My dog hasn’t stayed with someone else before this and I was so nervous about everything. He came home so happy and well. I will definitely be calling you the next time I’m needing care for Frankie! Thank you so much!

Emily E.
Dog Boarding • Nov 24, 2023
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Lucia is so great with our doggos! We have three and it can be challenging to find a sitter that can take all three big dogs. She cared for them so well, even when our old girl was having tummy issues. Highly recommend!

About Lucia R.

Communication

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

Skills

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

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Lucia R. would like to know about your pet

Because I am not home 24/7 if your dog isn't crate trained, I am happy to watch them at your house. I was raised to crate train our pets so if they stay at my house, I require a crate to prevent unforeseen damaged during non-supervised times. This time is only when I am not at home. Pet parent will be responsible for replacement costs of damage if any should occur due to not being crated.

A typical day

I live very close to a lot of different parks, trails, paths, and lakes and I also take dogs to go swimming, and more! I take full advantage of the trails and paths around my house that are great for walking, jogging, and running. I also love taking them to the park to play with other dogs! When your furry family member stays with me they could do anything from going to the grocery store, to going to the barn, or going for a hike

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$35per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$22per visit
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
$25per day
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$30per walk
House Sitting
in your home
AWAY

Lucia can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Crate-trained dogs only

Lucia can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Calendar last updated 17 hours ago
Lucia can host up to 12 pets per night
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Lucia R.

Communication

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

Skills

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

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Lucia R. would like to know about your pet

Because I am not home 24/7 if your dog isn't crate trained, I am happy to watch them at your house. I was raised to crate train our pets so if they stay at my house, I require a crate to prevent unforeseen damaged during non-supervised times. This time is only when I am not at home. Pet parent will be responsible for replacement costs of damage if any should occur due to not being crated.

A typical day

I live very close to a lot of different parks, trails, paths, and lakes and I also take dogs to go swimming, and more! I take full advantage of the trails and paths around my house that are great for walking, jogging, and running. I also love taking them to the park to play with other dogs! When your furry family member stays with me they could do anything from going to the grocery store, to going to the barn, or going for a hike

Location

Des Moines, IA

Lucia R.'s Neighborhood

Pets

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Lucia R.

Merle Hay, IA

5.0 out of 5 stars
145 reviews