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Lucy S.

Winthrop Harbor, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
•6 reviews
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Pet care experience

I easily connect with all animals and once acquainted, dogs feel very relaxed and safe around me. I only watch one clients' pets at a time. I am experienced with large breed dogs, senior dog care and post-op care. Very dog-friendly and dog-proof home with a large fenced in dog play area in my yard. I'm happy to take your dogs on local walks to Illinois Beach State Park and the local Forest Preserve Trails, as I love the exercise myself.

Reviews

Patti B.
Dog Boarding • Jan 01, 2024
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Lucy is a very pleasant person and took good care of my two dogs. She even took them in Christmas Day since we were leaving early the day after.

Sarah B.
Dog Boarding • Nov 26, 2023
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Lucy took great care of our dog Ray. She provided regular updates and Ray was very content!

Christy S.
Doggy Day Care • Oct 19, 2023
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This was our first visit with Lucy and we were very happy with the care our dog received. She has a kind and gentle demeanor that makes our dog feel at home. Her partially fenced yard offers the perfect area for our pup to run off excess energy. We will definitely use Lucy’s services again.

Joe G.
Jun 29, 2023

Lucy watched our Pitbull for 5 days while we were out of town. Lucy took Loving care of our dog, and her yard has an enclosed fence so that the dogs can get exercise and safely play. Lucy was in contact with us over the whole period, sending pictures, videos and texts, so we knew what was happening. I highly recommend her. If 5 stars is the highest rating, I would give her a 5 stars +.

About Lucy S.

Communication

1 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
30% bookings with photo updates

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I have an easy to maneuver ranch home with a large fenced in dog play area in my yard. Your pets can have the run of my house based on their behavior and maturity level. I do have large and small dog crates and if I leave the house your pets will be crated until I have eyes on them again. I am always in the yard with your pet and rest assured they are never left indoors or outdoors on their own. When out on walks your dog is always on a short leash and I am well versed on controlling dogs around other animals and people. I only watch one families dog/dogs at a time and never mix with other animals while out on walks.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Lucy S. would like to know about your pet

1) energy level 2) reactive behaviors and fears - have they ever bit anyone & reason for aggression 3) toileting frequency 4) food and treat preferences or allergies 5) recent illnesses or health challenges 6) overnight behaviors if boarding 7) IMPORTANT: your pet must be comfortable with short stays in a crate when necessary

A typical day

I like to give young and able dogs a lot of physical exercise & stimulation which involves frequent play time with me in my fenced-in yard. I also live 10 to 15 minutes from Illinois Beach State Park and also Spring Bluff Forest Preserve Trails so if your dog likes car rides and new experiences I like to get outdoors as much as possible and go exploring all year round.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$85per night
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
$65per day
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
AWAY

Lucy can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Unspayed females accepted, neutered males only
Crate-trained dogs only
Takes only 1 client at a time

Lucy can watch in your home

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

Availability

I am semi-retired and work on-line from home. I do try and make sure when booked for dog-sitting or overnight boarding that I have no other obligations or errands to do. I am at home and quite happy to share my days with your pet. I lost my little dog Chuckie of 19 years last December, and I so enjoy the company of animals, you can rest assured your pet with be my sole priority while in my care. PLEASE NOTE: I am eager to help with your pet care needs and in order to best do that, I do require a "meet and greet" appointment prior to scheduling all pet care appointments.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Calendar last updated 2 days ago
Lucy can host up to 2 dogs per day
Doggy Day Care Cancellation Policy:

About Lucy S.

Communication

1 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
30% bookings with photo updates

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I have an easy to maneuver ranch home with a large fenced in dog play area in my yard. Your pets can have the run of my house based on their behavior and maturity level. I do have large and small dog crates and if I leave the house your pets will be crated until I have eyes on them again. I am always in the yard with your pet and rest assured they are never left indoors or outdoors on their own. When out on walks your dog is always on a short leash and I am well versed on controlling dogs around other animals and people. I only watch one families dog/dogs at a time and never mix with other animals while out on walks.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Lucy S. would like to know about your pet

1) energy level 2) reactive behaviors and fears - have they ever bit anyone & reason for aggression 3) toileting frequency 4) food and treat preferences or allergies 5) recent illnesses or health challenges 6) overnight behaviors if boarding 7) IMPORTANT: your pet must be comfortable with short stays in a crate when necessary

A typical day

I like to give young and able dogs a lot of physical exercise & stimulation which involves frequent play time with me in my fenced-in yard. I also live 10 to 15 minutes from Illinois Beach State Park and also Spring Bluff Forest Preserve Trails so if your dog likes car rides and new experiences I like to get outdoors as much as possible and go exploring all year round.

Location

Winthrop Harbor, IL

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Lucy S.

Winthrop Harbor, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
•6 reviews