Lakewood Ranch is a wonderful place to be a pet. Dogs here get trails, lakes, and friendly neighbors, and cats get plenty of sunny windows. When you’re at work, traveling, or just stretched thin, Veteran Pet Care keeps that good life going at home. We’re a veteran-owned, bonded and insured pet sitting business on the Bradenton/Sarasota line, caring for pets all over Lakewood Ranch (34202 and 34211), from golf communities to the newer villages out east and the homes near Main Street. Call (941) 209-2653 to set up a meet-and-greet.
In-Home Pet Sitting in Lakewood Ranch
Pet sitting is the heart of what we do. Instead of a kennel, your pets stay home with their own beds, their own yard, and their own routine. During our visits we:
- Serve meals and refresh water
- Give medications, including subcutaneous (SQ) fluids
- Walk, play, and give lots of one-on-one attention
- Send you photos and videos after every visit
Heading out of town? Our overnight pet sitting runs from 7pm to 7am, so your pet has company all night long.
Daily Dog Walks Around the Ranch
Lakewood Ranch was made for walking, with more than 150 miles of trails connecting its villages, parks, and town centers. Our daily dog walks give your pup a midday break, some exercise, and time to sniff around the routes they already love. That might be a loop around your village lake, the quiet path at Silver Falls Nature Park near The Green, or a stretch of trail close to home. With your OK, we can also stop by the dog parks at Bob Gardner Community Park or Greenbrook Adventure Park.
Lakes are everywhere on the Ranch, and so are alligators. We keep dogs leashed and a safe distance from the water’s edge on every walk.
Spending Sunday morning at the Farmers’ Market at Waterside Place, catching a movie on Main Street at Lakewood Ranch, or working a long day? We’ll take care of the walk, so your dog is happy and tired when you get home.
Cat Sitting in Lakewood Ranch
Cats are happiest at home, so our cat sitting visits keep your Lakewood Ranch cat in familiar surroundings while you’re away. Each visit covers fresh food and water, a clean litter box, any medications, and some playtime or quiet company, depending on what your cat prefers.
Gone for a long workday or a week of travel? We can stop by once or twice a day, and while we’re there we’ll bring in the mail and keep an eye on your home.
Pet Taxi for Lakewood Ranch Pets
Busy week? We’ll drive your pet to the vet, the groomer, or daycare, and bring them home again.
Why Lakewood Ranch Pet Parents Choose Us
We treat your pets like family. Our owner, Ron Lucia, is a veteran. He’s certified in Animal Naturopathy, is a member of Pet Sitters International (PSI), and is trained in Red Cross pet CPR and first aid. We make an emergency plan for every pet and know where the nearest emergency vets are.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Lakewood Ranch
We provide pet sitting and dog walking throughout Lakewood Ranch, including Country Club, Country Club East, Greenbrook, Summerfield, Riverwalk, Edgewater, Lakewood National and Esplanade.
We also care for pets in Polo Run, Harmony, Waterside, Del Webb, Star Farms, Cresswind, Calusa Country Club and Palm Grove. Many of these are gated, so at your meet-and-greet we’ll go over how to get us through the gate, whether that’s adding Veteran Pet Care to your community’s guest or vendor list or another option your HOA allows.
What Our Clients Say
“I along with my family have been using Ron as our dog walker for the past four years and he is nothing but absolutely wonderful to our dogs.”
Brooke M.
Lakewood Ranch Pet Sitting FAQ
Which parts of Lakewood Ranch do you serve? We serve Lakewood Ranch in the 34202 and 34211 zip codes, plus nearby Bradenton, Sarasota, Parrish, Ellenton, and Palmetto.
Do you walk dogs every day, including weekends? Yes. We’re open 7am to 8pm, every day, so we can fit walks around your schedule.
Can you care for a senior pet or a pet on medication? Absolutely. We give medications and SQ fluids at home, and we plan ahead for emergencies.
How will I know how my pet is doing? After every visit, we send photos and videos so you can see your pet happy at home.
I live in a gated community. Can you still get in? Yes. We’ll work out gate access with you before the first visit so there are no surprises on day one.
Get Started in Lakewood Ranch
Call us at (941) 209-2653 to set up pet sitting or daily dog walks, or fill out our New Customer Intake Form. You can also contact us online. We’re open 7am to 8pm, every day. New clients get a $25 credit on a service of $50 or more with code VPC1. We can’t wait to meet your pets!