Lucille A.
Wharton-Hawthorne-Bella Vista, PA
Lucille A. has Star Sitter status
The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.
Patient enough for any pup
Pet care experience
Growing up, I was an only child, but I was proud to call the family dog my brother! He was always patient and caring with me as I grew, and in turn, I learned to treat dogs and other animals with similar affection and respect. I take pet care very seriously no matter what the species (as my mom found out when she visited me to find my inches-long fish in a 20-gallon tank, so they'd have room to grow) and I want to help you give your pets the enrichment and activity they deserve. I decided to become a pet care provider because I love developing relationships with pets and their people. I know it can be hard to leave a pet behind (whether it's for a workday or for a week of vacation) and it's important to me to make sure that both you and your pets can have a great time when you're apart.
Reviews
Lucille is great! Our dog Azul is reactive, in some cases quite severely (resource guarding etc), so finding people to help care for him is always a bit tricky. Lucille has a really kind and calm demeanor with him and he seems to like her a lot! She's also been respectful of the management we have in place for Azul's reactivity, including being comfortable putting a muzzle on him for walks.
Thank you for taking care of Benny 🙂
Lucille A. cancelled a booking 1 day before it was scheduled to begin.
Did a perfect job walking Benny!!!
About Lucille A.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I'm comfortable with dogs and cats of most sizes and activity levels, from couch potato kitties to fetch fanatics. I've spent hours sitting on the floor and playing music for a shy and anxious Shiba Inu, and I've spent hours running around outside with a year-old German Shepherd. Of course, like people, all pets are different, and it's my job (and privilege!) to understand, respect, and fulfill each one's personality, preferences, and care needs.
Information Lucille A. would like to know about your pet
The more I know about your pet, the better I can care for them (and for you)! If your dog has health or behavioral issues, special needs or other considerations please let me know. I'd love to know their routine, feeding schedule and what their favorite games are (though I always keep a ball and a couple of rope toys in my bag anyway!). Be sure to let me know if there's a particular time that would be best for me to care for your dog, if they have any particular walk accessories that should be used (specific harness or leash, poncho for rain, etc.), and if there are particular parks you like to visit or routes you like to take.
A typical day
Unless otherwise specified, I usually begin and end walks from a client's home and take the opportunity to learn more about Philadelphia when I encounter new areas! I usually try to take dogs to a nearby park; for instance, I like to go to Clark Park in University City, where there's plenty of grass and space to sniff and run around, or Rittenhouse Square in Center City, where there are always other dogs to socialize with. Once I was able to take a pup to SPADO's Dog Day Afternoon at Columbus Square, which was tons of fun for us both!
Services
Lucille can watch in your home
Availability
My daily schedule is currently very flexible, and I would be thrilled to fill my days getting to know you and your furry family members!
About Lucille A.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I'm comfortable with dogs and cats of most sizes and activity levels, from couch potato kitties to fetch fanatics. I've spent hours sitting on the floor and playing music for a shy and anxious Shiba Inu, and I've spent hours running around outside with a year-old German Shepherd. Of course, like people, all pets are different, and it's my job (and privilege!) to understand, respect, and fulfill each one's personality, preferences, and care needs.
Information Lucille A. would like to know about your pet
The more I know about your pet, the better I can care for them (and for you)! If your dog has health or behavioral issues, special needs or other considerations please let me know. I'd love to know their routine, feeding schedule and what their favorite games are (though I always keep a ball and a couple of rope toys in my bag anyway!). Be sure to let me know if there's a particular time that would be best for me to care for your dog, if they have any particular walk accessories that should be used (specific harness or leash, poncho for rain, etc.), and if there are particular parks you like to visit or routes you like to take.
A typical day
Unless otherwise specified, I usually begin and end walks from a client's home and take the opportunity to learn more about Philadelphia when I encounter new areas! I usually try to take dogs to a nearby park; for instance, I like to go to Clark Park in University City, where there's plenty of grass and space to sniff and run around, or Rittenhouse Square in Center City, where there are always other dogs to socialize with. Once I was able to take a pup to SPADO's Dog Day Afternoon at Columbus Square, which was tons of fun for us both!
Location
Philadelphia, PA
Lucille A.
Wharton-Hawthorne-Bella Vista, PA