AboutMeet Arelle.
A Certified Veterinary Technician with twenty years of clinical experience now bringing professional pet care directly to homes across central & western Massachusetts.
My StoryFrom the operating room to your living room.
I've spent two decades inside veterinary hospitals monitoring vitals during anesthesia, assisting in complex surgeries, running in-house labs, and providing post-operative care for animals of every shape and size. The work is precise, fast-moving, and deeply rewarding.
Through years of experience, I’ve seen the same pattern time and again — pets are often at their most anxious and fractious the moment they enter the clinic. The stress of the carrier, the car ride, and unfamiliar environments hits them well before any treatment starts.
So I started thinking: what if the medical care came to them instead?
"Pets don't need fluorescent lights and stainless steel to feel safe. They need their bed, their person, and someone who knows what they're doing."
— ARELLE LACAIRE, CVT
VetTech Vitals LLC is the answer to that question. Whether it's a routine nail trim, an overnight stay while you travel, or critical post-op recovery after surgery, I bring the same clinical standard I held in the hospital directly to the place where your pet feels safest.
I'm Fear Free Certified, CPR Certified, PCI Insured, and trained in the special considerations brachycephalic breeds require. I treat dogs, cats, exotic mammals, reptiles, and yes even tarantulas. If you have a pet, I want to meet them.
CredentialsTrained, certified, and continually learning.
Every credential listed below is current and verifiable.
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CVT
Certified Veterinary Technician
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Fear Free
Certified Professional
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Pet CPR
CPR & First Aid Certified
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Brachycephalic
Specialized Breed Care
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Anesthesia
Vital Monitoring Trained
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20+ Years
Clinical & OR Experience
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Exotic Care
Reptiles, Mammals, Arachnids
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All Species
Dogs, Cats & Beyond
What I Specialize InCare that goes beyond the basics.
Years in the operating room shaped a particular set of skills most pet sitters and walkers don't offer this level of medical care.
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Brachycephalic Breed Care
Flat-faced breeds such as Pugs, French Bulldogs, English Bulldogs, Boston Terriers, and Persian cats require extra attention and monitoring for heat tolerance, breathing difficulties, and recovery from sedation or anesthesia. I’m very experienced with these breeds and know the critical warning signs and protocols to keep them safe.
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Post-Operative Recovery
Comprehensive overnight monitoring for pets recovering from surgery, sedation, or anesthesia. Services include continuous vital signs tracking, strict pain management protocols, close observation for complications, and prompt communication with your veterinarian as needed.
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Exotic Pet Sitting
Experienced care for reptiles, small mammals, birds, and arachnids (including tarantulas). I expertly manage habitat humidity, temperature, and precise feeding schedules to keep your exotic pets healthy and thriving.
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Senior & Chronic Care
Specialized care for senior and geriatric pets, focusing on diabetes management, subcutaneous fluids, glucose monitoring, medication administration, and arthritis relief. Every senior patient receives gentle, precise, and empathetic care tailored to their individual needs.
Client StoriesBuilding Trust with Every Pet.
A few of the families who've welcomed me into their homes and their pets' lives.
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★★★★★
Bella, our 9-year-old Rottweiler mix with sensitive hips, feels completely safe with Arelle. Her gentle, calm approach to ear cleanings and nail trims never causes discomfort. You can tell Arelle truly loves Bella — it shows in everything she does. We’re incredibly grateful!
Patrick L.
East Brookfield, MA -
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Our French Bulldog Pickles overheats easily and the vet visits stress him out. Arelle comes to us, takes her time, and Pickles actually wags his tail when he sees her at the door. Game changer.
Matt K.
Charlton, MA -
★★★★★
Our rescue pit bull with separation anxiety, did great with Arelle during five overnight stays while we were away. Arelle took her on long walks, gave her excellent care, and perfectly handled the house (lights, mail, trash, and packages). We had total peace of mind the whole time. We could not ask for better care. Highly recommend her services.
Anna W.
West Roxbury, MA
Let's ConnectReady to meet your pet's new caregiver?
Every new client starts with a free 15-minute consultation. We'll talk about your pet, your schedule, and exactly how I can help.