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Lydia A.

Star Sitter

Central, MA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•22 reviews
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Lydia A. has Star Sitter status

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MIT grad obsessed with dogs!

Pet care experience

Hello! My name is Lydia and I've taken care of dogs and been obsessed with them since I was a toddler. Growing up, I had four dogs and I was always the one taking them on pack walks, feeding, bathing and playing with them. I have a 3-year old labradoodle Henry (follow our adventures on Instagram @mrhenry.doodle!) and we spend every minute together thanks to my full-time work from home job as a software developer! He is the love of my life, and best friend! I volunteered at animal shelters growing up and am also super interested in fostering; my dream is to one day adopt as many dogs as I can. Excited to welcome your pup into our home where they will be treated like family in a fun, positive and loving home.

Reviews

Joseph G.
Dog Boarding • Mar 12, 2024
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We love Lydia! (And her sweet dog, Henry, too!)

Ron P.
Dog Boarding • Oct 15, 2023
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Lydia is fantastic!

Satrajit B.
Doggy Day Care • Aug 02, 2023
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Lydia was beyond amazing. She was flexible with last minute adjustments to the schedule as well as pick up and drop off times. Our dog immediately loved her and Henry. She gave very thorough updates through the day. You can tel Lydia is an animal lover and I look forward to having her watch Auggie again.

Ron P.
Dog Boarding • Jul 30, 2023
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Amazing care taker for our dog! Lydia sent lots of updates and pictures - our girl had such a great time staying with her!!

About Lydia A.

Communication

11 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

12 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I strongly believe that pets thrive off routine, positivity, postive reinforcement, gentleness, and reliability. Henry and I have a great healthy schedule and he is a confident and happy pup because I am always praising him. Patience and sympathy are key, and I will always do my very best to make sure your little one is safe, comfortable, and enjoying themselves. I am certain we will become friends in no time! I'm familiar with applying topical medication to dogs, as well as oral medications mixed into food.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Lydia A. would like to know about your pet

Would love to know if your dog has any favorite treats, toys, activities, or ingredient allergies so I can be best prepared to plan a fun filled day!

A typical day

Follow along our adventures on Instagram @mrhenry.doodle! Rain or shine a good day with the pups involves having fun! I love to take the pups on walks through the beautiful Public Gardens and Commons, and love to play with the pups with a game of fetch, tug, or a variety of puzzle toys.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$55per night
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
$45per day

Lydia can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only
Takes only 1 client at a time

Availability

I am currently working from home virtually during the week, and take my pup Henry out in the early morning, late morning, lunchtime, early afternoon, evening and nighttime walks. Happy to work with you to create a schedule that works for your furry loved one! In between meetings I'm always playing with the various toys around the apartment and taking my pup Henry out for a walk at the park (we live across the street from one!).

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Calendar last updated 2 months ago
Lydia can host up to 1 dogs per day
Doggy Day Care Cancellation Policy:

About Lydia A.

Communication

11 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

12 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I strongly believe that pets thrive off routine, positivity, postive reinforcement, gentleness, and reliability. Henry and I have a great healthy schedule and he is a confident and happy pup because I am always praising him. Patience and sympathy are key, and I will always do my very best to make sure your little one is safe, comfortable, and enjoying themselves. I am certain we will become friends in no time! I'm familiar with applying topical medication to dogs, as well as oral medications mixed into food.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Lydia A. would like to know about your pet

Would love to know if your dog has any favorite treats, toys, activities, or ingredient allergies so I can be best prepared to plan a fun filled day!

A typical day

Follow along our adventures on Instagram @mrhenry.doodle! Rain or shine a good day with the pups involves having fun! I love to take the pups on walks through the beautiful Public Gardens and Commons, and love to play with the pups with a game of fetch, tug, or a variety of puzzle toys.

Location

Boston, MA

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Lydia A.

Star Sitter

Central, MA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•22 reviews