Luie R.
Magnolia, DE
Luie R. 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.
🐶Most of my friends have 4 paws🐱
Pet care experience
I make it my job to provide you with reliable support, service and relief around the clock with quick response times whenever possible. 🐾 The phrase "unconditional love" must have been inspired by the unique relationship we share with our dogs. It is simply a deep joy and a an honor to be able to humbly work with our canine and feline friends. There's just no fooling those noses. I have learned that they can usually recognize a true animal lover upon meeting, observing body language and eye contact. I may specialize in Dogs but I really do LOVE Cats. I have worked with Fishes, Birds & Rabbits (and I am eager to learn to care for all sorts of beloved pets)
Reviews
Very patient with my pups. Great job Luie!
Luie did a wonderful job pet sitting for my two cats. The photos and videos were great! I especially liked knowing my young cat Milo was getting playtime and having fun while I was away.
This was my first time using an app to find someone to help with our dogs so I was pretty apprehensive, but Luie has been a wonderful help with our 3 big dogs! He is very loving, patient, and caring with our pups. He is understanding and flexible if we needed a schedule change. Luie is also very good about communicating with us about our dogs. We are very thankful for all Luie has done to help us with our dogs!
Luie is a terrific sitter/care giver. He took care of our cat, Valentino, with true compassion love. He (Valentino) is very particular about the people he allows to be near him and will rarely come out from under the bed when people are over. Luie won him over and was able to pet him and sit with him after only a couple of days. We will definitely be using Luie again in the future.
About Luie R.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
Experience has taught me that safety is not just a word. It really is an important philosophy to keep foremost in mind every single time I make a service call on your behalf. People and their pets have been able to rely on me to be punctual and consistent regardless of the weather conditions outside. *Due to the frightening rising costs of fuel I may need to ask for a discussion about a small mileage surcharge where there is significant driving involved* Even after all these years it is still critical for me to have a clearly defined schedule derived from notes/instructions. I am most confident when I can set up my hourly agenda and checklists to cover all that needs to be attended to. You can expect me to honor your home, possessions and loved ones with the utmost care, respect and discretion.
Information Luie R. would like to know about your pet
Where do they sleep? What's the schedules for: Sleep / wake - where do they sleep over night? How frequent are feedings? Measurements? Supplements? Meds? Verbal commands we can expect them to respond to? (or wish to improve on) What's your technique to communicate 'no' to correct behavior in the moment? Favorite places to walk? (and actually produce stuff - not just sniff around for fun) How can you tell if they are stressed or uncomfortable? Triggers? Remedies? Where's the brush and how do they prefer to be petted? Any spots to avoid while touching? Does your dog go beyond sniffing poop landmines and actually try and grab them? What can I expect when we encounter other dogs, people, birds or wild rabbits? Add to that loud traffic, thunder and gunfire. How do they respond to rain, cold, snow and icy situations? Are they tempted by water to take a dip? For those who need excercise, what's their favorite toys to chase & fetch? I've got loads more I should add :)
A typical day
ADDITIONAL: Coming this spring 2023 - A special treat - 60 to 90 minute trail hike @ Killens Pond again extended to only a few qualified candidates. Ask for more details. This time we intend to offer uploaded Go-Pro activity camera footage of their adventures. Please note: 1 - "Children age 0-5 Yes/No" I answered NO but I do have 2 young grandchildren that visit our home frequently. We will typically go for walks every 3-4 hours from early morning until midnight. Most of my clients are free to sit with us on the couches in the family room. There are 3 special guests that are even welcome to hop up onto the bed at sleepy-time too. All of our younger charges even love to go for short runs while we walk the neighborhood. (emphasis on short - I'm in my mid 50's)
Services
Luie can watch in your home
Availability
I am a PC Technician who works from home so I have the ability to set my own schedule. Also keep in mind that I can be fairly flexible about certain aspects listed in MY SERVICES above individually on a case-by-case basis. I am blessed to be able to keep fairly busy caring for pets and grandchildren daily (I am obliged to meet up with the afternoon school buses @ 3:30 most weekdays)
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About Luie R.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
Experience has taught me that safety is not just a word. It really is an important philosophy to keep foremost in mind every single time I make a service call on your behalf. People and their pets have been able to rely on me to be punctual and consistent regardless of the weather conditions outside. *Due to the frightening rising costs of fuel I may need to ask for a discussion about a small mileage surcharge where there is significant driving involved* Even after all these years it is still critical for me to have a clearly defined schedule derived from notes/instructions. I am most confident when I can set up my hourly agenda and checklists to cover all that needs to be attended to. You can expect me to honor your home, possessions and loved ones with the utmost care, respect and discretion.
Information Luie R. would like to know about your pet
Where do they sleep? What's the schedules for: Sleep / wake - where do they sleep over night? How frequent are feedings? Measurements? Supplements? Meds? Verbal commands we can expect them to respond to? (or wish to improve on) What's your technique to communicate 'no' to correct behavior in the moment? Favorite places to walk? (and actually produce stuff - not just sniff around for fun) How can you tell if they are stressed or uncomfortable? Triggers? Remedies? Where's the brush and how do they prefer to be petted? Any spots to avoid while touching? Does your dog go beyond sniffing poop landmines and actually try and grab them? What can I expect when we encounter other dogs, people, birds or wild rabbits? Add to that loud traffic, thunder and gunfire. How do they respond to rain, cold, snow and icy situations? Are they tempted by water to take a dip? For those who need excercise, what's their favorite toys to chase & fetch? I've got loads more I should add :)
A typical day
ADDITIONAL: Coming this spring 2023 - A special treat - 60 to 90 minute trail hike @ Killens Pond again extended to only a few qualified candidates. Ask for more details. This time we intend to offer uploaded Go-Pro activity camera footage of their adventures. Please note: 1 - "Children age 0-5 Yes/No" I answered NO but I do have 2 young grandchildren that visit our home frequently. We will typically go for walks every 3-4 hours from early morning until midnight. Most of my clients are free to sit with us on the couches in the family room. There are 3 special guests that are even welcome to hop up onto the bed at sleepy-time too. All of our younger charges even love to go for short runs while we walk the neighborhood. (emphasis on short - I'm in my mid 50's)
Location
Magnolia, DE
Luie R.
Magnolia, DE