Hello there, my name is Lydia. I am 25 years old, a Child Minder (Private Nanny) and have been providing pet care services & dog walking regularly for the past 2 years, although I have been the go-to pet sitter amongst family and friends for most of my life. I am a Qualified Animal Carer with a Level 3 Diploma in Animal Management, Behaviour & Biology from Oakland’s College Farm in Smallford. I am currently studying Level 3 Diploma’s in Animal Psychology & Animal Communication. I also have Level 3 First Aid. I have experience with a varied range of animals & pets from my time working in Wildlife Rescue centers, Vets, Doggy Grooming Salons, Urban Farms - and of course from having many pets of my own over the years! From Emu’s to Guinea Pigs, I’ve been very lucky to work closely with lots of amazing creatures. I am comfortable with any type, size and needs of your pet. Grumpy or messy, they can do no wrong in my eyes. I enjoy being able to meet people and pets from all over London, each with their own quirks. I have several clients whom I have been their pet sitter for many years and for me, the sweetest part of being a long term sitter, is when the ‘pet’ is completely comfortable with you and you are basically their very own special friend who comes over just to see them. I track every visit/walk and send regular updates and photos. Currently at home I have a small menagerie of 2 Cats (Lenard & Lila), 2 Tortoises (Tofu & Tahini), a recently rescued rabbit called Moona and Nelson the fish who’s coming up on his 7th birthday. Unfortunately due to my Cat’s strong dislike for Dogs and other commitments, I cannot do Day Care or Boarding at my home.