MEET THE TEAM
ALEX SKLUT
Owner & Operator
Inspired by the James Herriot books she loved as a child and a lifelong passion for animals, Alex founded Great and Small Pet Care in January 2024. As Owner & Operator, Alex oversees all business operations, ensuring everything runs smoothly and that clients enjoy a seamless experience from booking to invoicing. She also supports her team of pet sitters and dog walkers, empowering them to focus on what matters most: providing exceptional care for your pets. Alex is a Certified Professional Pet Sitter (CPPS), a proud member of the Alliance of Therapy Dogs (ATD), and is both a Fear Free Certified Pet Sitter and Fear Free Certified Daycare & Boarding Provider.
AJ ARANDA
Pet Sitter & Dog Walker
AJ grew up caring for a wide variety of animals, including cats, dogs, fish, and reptiles. He enjoys getting to know each pet’s unique personality and helping them feel confident, safe, and happy. Before joining Great and Small Pet Care, AJ worked at a large pet daycare & boarding facility, giving him extensive hands-on experience handling dogs and cats in a wide range of situations. He is a seasoned handler who stays calm and attentive, no matter what a pet may need. AJ is a Fear Free Certified Pet Sitter and looks forward to providing mindful care for your pets.
BRIDGETTE MORF
Pet Sitter & Dog Walker
Bridgette has a varied background in professional pet care, child care, and early-childhood education roles. She volunteers with a local cat rescue, and regularly fosters kittens to be adopted by the Richmond community. Her drive for caring and supporting all beings who enter her life is her core purpose and passion. Bridgette is a Fear Free Certified Pet Sitter, and she looks forward to building trust and connection with your pets!
CAITLIN GREENE
Pet Sitter & Dog Walker
Caitlin has been an active pet sitter since she was 10 years old. Her love and passion for animals brought her to Virginia Tech, where she got her degree in Fish and Wildlife Conservation. Her love of animals and nature has taken her to different parts of the country, from working in state parks to various zoological facilities. Her most recent experience in Richmond includes including working as a zookeeper at Metro Richmond Zoo and as an animal keeper at Maymont. Her ample experience in animal husbandry will be brought into your home, giving you peace of mind that your fur babies will be in thoughtful, caring hands. Caitlin is a Fear Free Certified Pet Sitter.
CLAIRE LINDSEY
Pet Sitter & Dog Walker
Claire is a seasoned caretaker with experience caring for a variety of animals, from cats and dogs to horses, fish, and small mammals. Their diverse experience means they’re well-equipped to handle pets of all kinds. Claire is Fear Free Certified. Outside of work, Claire enjoys trying out different cuisines, paddleboarding, and frolicking through fields.
GABRIEL LUCIANO-CARSON
Pet Sitter & Dog Walker
Gabriel has always been around and loved caring for animals. He is a proud dog owner, and enjoys training his dog to be an upstanding canine citizen. Gabriel is an avid musician, so when he is not caring for animals, you can find him performing with the Richmond Symphony or completing outreach through Music Orchard Richmond, a non-profit providing accessible, high-quality music education for K-12 youth. Gabriel is currently completing his Fear Free Pet Sitter certification.
JASMIN ALBERTS
Pet Sitter & Dog Walker
Jasmin is the kind of person who talks to animals like they’re family, because to her – they are. She loves earning the trust of shy pets, keeping active dogs engaged, and making sure every visit feels calm and familiar. She’s Fear Free certified, giving her an even better understanding of how to meet pets where they are and help them feel safe. She believes plenty of playtime, affection, and the occasional luxury facial massage are all part of the job. In her free time she loves all things skincare and esthetics, tending to far too many houseplants, and of course, hanging out with her cat Beau.
JaVONA PEPIN
Pet Sitter & Dog Walker
JaVona previously worked as a vet assistant, but has found her passion caring for animals in a different way as a pet sitter and dog walker. She is a Fear Free Certified Pet Sitter and has been pet sitting full-time since 2021. JaVona loves her job, and your pets love her back! JaVona’s extensive experience means she’s comfortable with all types of pets, from the biggest dogs to the tiniest kittens. When she is not working, she likes to read, play board games, and spend time with her husband and personal pets. JaVona is currently completing her dog training certification, and is excited to begin offering dog training services to Great and Small clients in 2027!
LUKA TENNEY
Pet Sitter & Dog Walker
Luka has spent most of his life surrounded by pets, whether it’s cats, dogs, small mammals, you name it. He loves making new friends with all the little creatures and spending time together. Growing up with pets has allowed him to know how to treat animals with all sorts of differing personalities and make sure they are equally cared for. Outside of pet care, Luka is a VCU Art student working toward a profession in video games, 3D art, and any kind of time-based medium. If he’s not working you can find him with his two sweet cats Apple and Cheese. Luka is currently completing his Fear Free Pet Sitter certification.
RAMI MARTINEZ
Pet Sitter & Dog Walker
Born near Richmond, Rami has lived and cared for pets of all ages across the city. They’ve been privileged to take care of furry, scaly, and feathery friends, and are excited to get the chance to care for yours! While they’re excited to meet pets of every personality, they have a lot of love for aging pets and those who might need some extra attention. Outside of pet-sitting, Rami is a full-time community organizer, video game player, cat parent, and a lover of little treats. They are a Fear Free Certified Pet Sitter.
TRUBBS MEDAS
Pet Sitter & Dog Walker
Trubbs comes to Great and Small with a wealth of experience serving in the animal sheltering field. They worked for Richmond Animal League and Richmond Animal Care and Control for over 12 years. Trubbs is over 20 years deep working with pets, and uses their skills and compassion every day working for Great and Small. Trubbs is looking forward to meeting you and yours! They are currently completing their Fear Free Pet Sitter certification.