Lillian F.
Somerville, MA
Friendly, Savvy & Alert Dog Lover!
Pet care experience
I’ve taken care of dogs ever since I was 8 years old. On average I had 7 dogs growing up in a large compound in Ethiopia. The older I got I started volunteering at shelters in South Africa and since coming to the US for school and work have had the pleasure of dog sitting and walking my friends dogs. However my little labradoodles that stay with my aunt Gopher and Bear are my babies!
Reviews
I believe I’ve said this before, but it bears repeating: Lillian is awesome. My people-selective, dog-selective girl just loves Lillian. I just got home from 8 days away and my Bella, while happy to see me, was so calm when I walked into the house. And, Lillian didn’t have it easy- there was a 4-day festival in the neighborhood, plus she had to contact the landlord with a plumbing problem. She handled it all! She continues to be at the top of the list when I need dog sitting.
Lillian has been wonderful with my anxious, reactive girl! Before re-booking Lillian, I did a couple meet and greets with other sitters who said they had experience with reactive dogs, but none had the calm and patience needed to get through the warming up phase. Lillian grew up with guard dog breeds, so she knew how to give Bella the right space and time to build confidence and trust. This was really important because the first few days of her sitting gig there was a noisy festival in my neighborhood and Lillian had to work to keep my Bella calm during loud music and fireworks. Additionally, Lillian went above and beyond to make sure I came home to a clean, orderly home. I highly recommend Lillian, especially if you have a dog that can be stranger reactive.
Lillian did a great job with my somewhat reactive girl. She was patient and calm, and let Bella get used to her. I came home from three days away to a calm, happy girl. I would definitely use her again.
Lillian is lovely and patient with my very vocal guard dog. She understands how to remain calm and gain her trust - and make my girl work for her treats!
About Lillian F.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have an unfenced backyard however a cozy apartment in a safe neighborhood in Porter Square. I typically walk dogs to the dogpark 15 minutes from my house so we both get an energy boost and they can do what they have to. I love giving treats after their walks so please feel free to tell me what works for you.
Information Lillian F. would like to know about your pet
Let me know if your dog has special needs that I can account for. Typically if your dog bites when providing oral medication or things they can tolerate or not would be useful to know as well.
A typical day
I love to stimulate dogs physically and mentally and play games with them. Listen to music as well! Teaching them to listen to tricks for behavioral change as well.
Services
Lillian can watch in your home
Availability
I’m currently looking for work which would be part-time and if I end up getting busy on here switching this to full-time. I wake up fairly early and go to bed at a decent time but do workout at least an hour in the day at a gym 30 minutes from my apartment.
About Lillian F.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have an unfenced backyard however a cozy apartment in a safe neighborhood in Porter Square. I typically walk dogs to the dogpark 15 minutes from my house so we both get an energy boost and they can do what they have to. I love giving treats after their walks so please feel free to tell me what works for you.
Information Lillian F. would like to know about your pet
Let me know if your dog has special needs that I can account for. Typically if your dog bites when providing oral medication or things they can tolerate or not would be useful to know as well.
A typical day
I love to stimulate dogs physically and mentally and play games with them. Listen to music as well! Teaching them to listen to tricks for behavioral change as well.
Location
Somerville, MA
Lillian F.
Somerville, MA