About

Proactive, Personalized Care: Keeping Pets Healthier for Longer.

We started Long Run VIP Pet Care because we believe pets deserve care that feels like love — proactive, personalized, and never rushed.

Because we know that when pets thrive, people do too. 

Better care for every pet starts with a simpler, stress-free experience. No more scheduling weeks in advance, rearranging life for an appointment, or rushing through a consult that leaves your questions unanswered.

Pet healthcare shouldn’t feel complicated or hurried, and now- it doesn’t have to be.

Our concierge approach ensures personalized, proactive care that prioritizes every pet’s health and your convenience.

Who We Are

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Long Run VIP Pet Care was created for vets and pet parents who expect more.

More compassion.

More connection.

More time.

More trust.

We offer a new kind of veterinary experience — one that blends advanced medicine with a holistic, comprehensive, personalized approach.

As a concierge practice, we limit our membership to ensure personalized, high-touch service.

Together with our veterinary partners, we bring exceptional care to the pets and pet parents- on their schedule, with a focus on prevention, partnership, and peace of mind.

Our Founding Team

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    Sean Connolly

    Co-Founder and CEO

    Sean brings over 35 years of expertise in marketing and business development, with leadership roles at top Fortune 100 companies like Intel and Best Buy, as well as subscription-based businesses such as XM Radio and Castle Connolly Private Health Partners. With nearly a decade of experience in membership-based primary care medicine, Sean is a seasoned professional who balances his career with his role as a proud dog dad to Jake, his 3-year-old English Setter rescue.

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    Kimberly Artley

    Director of Pet Longevity and Wellness

    Kimberly Artley is a globally celebrated Author, former CEO of PackFit Dog Training and Behavior, Founder of Dog Mom University—a digital learning school, contributing writer for "Animal Wellness" magazine, and a leading authority on canine health and behavior. She brings nearly 20 years of health and behavioral expertise and is known as the "Mary Poppins of Dog Training." Her unique and unconventional "both ends of the leash," holistic approach has been consistently described as "life-changing" and "absolutely transformational."

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    Dr. Dean McElwain

    Strategic Advisor

    Dr. McElwain brings over 35 years of healthcare experience as a recognized leader in concierge medicine, health coaching, and human performance. Formerly the CEO of Peak Health Consultants, he has guided numerous physicians and organizations in adopting the membership model of practice. Dr. McElwain holds a Doctorate in Physical Therapy with a specialty in Healthcare Administration from Simmons College and is a proud parent to Rocket and Lucy.

OUR 4 P’s

At Long Run VIP Pet Care, services are just the starting point — principles are our foundation.

Our Four P’s embody the philosophy that defines everything we do - guiding how we care for each pet, support every pet parent, and collaborate with our veterinary partners.

They are the standard by which we measure excellence — and the promise behind every experience we deliver.

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Partnership — because trust changes everything

At Long Run VIP Pet Care, we believe that the foundation of exceptional pet healthcare is trust. Our focus is on educating and empowering each pet parent to make informed decisions that are genuinely in their pet’s best interest. Every suggestion we make is thoughtful, transparent, and tailored to their pet’s unique needs. 

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Personalization – because no two pets are the same

No two pets are alike, and neither is our approach to care. The Personal Pet Coach, your Veterinarian, and trusted team of pet healthcare experts all take the time to understand each pet as an individual; their behaviors, health histories, lifestyles, personalities, preferences, and so on. Personalizing every recommendation and treatment plan results in a better ability to diagnose and treat your pet, ensuring they receive the compassionate, customized care they truly deserve. 

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Passion – because this is more than a profession

We’re more than pet professionals—we’re pet people. Our team is deeply passionate about making a real difference in the lives of animals and the families who love them. We exist to empower pet parents and help every animal companion reach their fullest health and wellness potential.

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Purpose – because we’re here to change what pet health care can and should be

At the heart of everything we do is a simple but powerful purpose: to elevate the standard of pet health care. We’re on a mission to create an experience that’s compassionate, collaborative, and rooted in trust — because pets aren’t just patients; they’re family.