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Lydia D.

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Lydia D.

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Contact for Boarding

from $35 per night

Highlights

Enhanced background check
30 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication
Special needs experience

Pet care experience

Must love dogs.

I have had dogs and cats all my life and will bring the same level of love, comfort and care to your know fur babies.

Cat care experience

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I am feline good today! :)

Lydia also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Qualifications

80% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Ratings and reviews

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2 ratings
Marisol R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Sep 19, 2025

Lydia was an amazing dog sitter! I was heading on vacation and couldn’t bring Chico along, so I turned to Rover and found Lydia. From our very first conversation, I knew she was the perfect fit—and Chico immediately adored her. While I was away, she kept me updated with plenty of pictures and videos, and it was clear he was having a wonderful time. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience!

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lucy C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • May 23, 2025

She was so wonderful with my precious pet and she watered my plants. Definitely use her again. Great with my cat. Arrived early and did everything that my cat needed, including playing with him. Fantastic!

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Marie S.
Mar 25, 2025

I have known Lydia for over 35 years. She is an amazing caregiver and Rover is a perfect fit. Her love for animals makes this job a labor of love. Lydia gives pet owners the confidence they need to let someone new into their inner circle. She is trustworthy, reliable, and focused on helping pet owners know their animals are in the right hands.

Ana M.
Mar 25, 2025

My friend Lydia would make a fantastic dog/cat sitter because she loves pets and would treat your pet like her own. She’s very loving, caring, and nurturing, and she pays attention to details as to what your pet might need or want. I would absolutely trust Lydia with my pets. Your pet will be in great care with Lydia.

Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I'm recently retired so I have free time for your fur baby. I'm available for daytime check-ins, walks, overnights at client homes, etc, and even weekends if needed. I only take 1 client at a time to focus all my attention on.

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 not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I'm able to watch your dog or cat in my home or yours. My home has a fully fenced yard as well. I have years of experience sitting for friends/family.

Pets

A typical day

I love to interact with pets with toys, daily walks, and play time. I will also provide any needed snuggles! If I'm watching your furbaby at your home I am also able to perform supplemental tasks (eg mail collection, water plants).

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only
Takes only 1 client at a time
Lydia can host up to 1 pet per night
If your pet needs any special attention let me know. I have experience caring for blind and incontinent dogs (as my beloved Luna was the last 2 years of her life with me) with love and grace.
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.