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Andy & Lydia M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
17 repeat clients
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Andy & Lydia M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
17 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $65 per night

Highlights

Andy & Lydia have Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
41 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time

Pet care experience

Dog Lover, proud veteran, sailor

The Cockapoo I rescued from a horrible shelter in Oxford, NC lived to be 21yrs old. Had dogs all my life, friends have often entrusted me to watch their pets while they vacationed. Now happily married (we got married at the Senior Dog sanctuary in Severn), my wife Lydia has rescued and cared for many dogs since childhood. While I get to work from home (i.e will be able to tend to your dogs' every need, she has to run out to "make money" for milk bones and will assist during the evenings and on weekends. We love to take our dog to Quiet Waters park and with your permission, will take yours as well. Our home (albeit small) has a fully fenced yard. Tips are greatly appreciated - we provide much better service than any kennel!

Qualifications

17 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
41 years of experience

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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63 ratings
Ann M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 10, 2026

Andy & Lydia did an outstanding job taking care of Bella. Andy was great at communicating how she was doing everyday & responding quickly to our texts. We were able to relax and enjoy our vacation knowing that Bella was having a fun time on her stay & being well taken care of. We will definitely use them again & recommend to others.

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CAR 1.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • May 22, 2026

Andy is very friendly and flexible. Would definitely use him again!

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Nicholas B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • May 03, 2026

Another wonderful experience with Andy and Lydia! We love booking with them (and our dear Pretzel loves playing with their Luna). Don’t ever hesitate to book with Andy and Lydia; you will not be disappointed by their service.

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Amanda M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Apr 06, 2026

Andy was great as always. We had a few schedule changes due to the TSA waits at BWI over spring break, but Andy was quick to respond. We had daily updates and got a full report of how Nax did at the end. We've used Andy several times and will continue to.

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Will M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jan 19, 2026

Andy and Lydia take incredible care of Ghillie, I feel very safe when Ghillie is with them and I know she has an incredible time. Cannot recommend them enough!

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Alyssa M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Dec 28, 2025

Our Willow was well loved during our trip away. It was very reassuring that while we were on vacation, so was she! She loved going to the family farm and running around with the other pups. We received many photos and updates on how Willow was doing throughout her stay. We are so grateful for Andy and Lydia!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I am fortunate to be able to work from home and will be able to tend to your dogs' every need (while also caring for my 4yr old Chocolate Lab).

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Safety, trust & environment

We have a fenced yard, there will be a friendly 4yr old Chocolate Lab here for company. My friends consider me to be the dog whisperer, known to be reliable, loveable and patient. Your dog can come along on walks, visit Quiet Waters, and could even come to the family farm - which our dog loves.

Pets

A typical day

Your pet will be treated as part of our family and will take part of all activities we have planned for Luna. This routine includes daily morning walks, many outings into the fenced yard during the day (play time to chase balls, sticks, have zoomies). Evenings are nestled on the couch. Sleeping arrangements depend on your dog(s), we have crates setup for our dogs (one recently passed away), so that is an option. Otherwise they just might sleep with us.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
No females in heat
Andy & Lydia can host up to 2 pets per night
Please provide as much information as you can for your pet. I review each pet before accepting a booking, just to ensure that this will be a good match for you - and for us.
Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.