Lydia H.
Helderberg, NY
There’s no animal I won’t love :)
Pet care experience
I’ve had dogs for my entire life, having up to 5 at one point. I have also been a short-term foster for a cat! I have lots of experience in handling and working with dogs and cats alike. I have worked in my home town, the DC area, Albany, and the Mount Holyoke College surrounding area as a dog sitter, cat sitter, and dog walker for several families and clients for a couple years now. I am more than willing to work with animals with special needs, behavioral problems, and health conditions. As a huge animal person, I commit to going above and beyond for each of my clients.
Reviews
Lydia was amazing and I would absolutely ask for her help again! She gave helpful updates and my dog loved her immediately so we recommend her to the fullest!
Lydia is fantastic! She took great care of my home and elderly cat. Can’t recommend her enough.
Lydia is wonderful. She took terrific care of my two puppies while I was traveling on two different occasions. She sends pictures, is super easy to contact and manages their schedules with ease. I’ve been super happy. Thanks so much Lydia.
Lydia was a kind, calming soul for our nervous baby, Penny. Penny can have a hard time warming up to people at first which can make a lot of people nervous around her, but Lydia had such wonderful patience and respect for Penny's boundaries, that they soon became good snuggle buddies. My cat loved Lydia as well and marked her as part of the family very quickly. It makes my husband and I, as well as our fur babies, have a sigh of relief knowing that we can go on a trip and our babies our taken care of in the comfort of their own home. I would recommend Lydia to anyone!
About Lydia H.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I care for pets in the pet’s home. I usually prefer to have at least one visit with the owner and pet prior to house/pet sitting for any extended period of time, as to go through the pets’ routines and any housesitting needs. As for dog walking, I also prefer to meet the pet with the owner prior to beginning the walks.
Information Lydia H. would like to know about your pet
I would love to know energy levels, favorite games/treats, what commands are known, any specific behavioral quirks. I am committed to working with any animals that have anxiety or other behavioral issues as long as I’m made aware of them beforehand.
A typical day
I love to do anything that meets the needs of the animals I cafe for! From low energy pets who just need love and company, to high-energy pets who need someone to run around with them. I am willing to walk dogs, take pets places if needed via my car, bathe them, etc! - I’m up for it all! :)
Services
Lydia can watch in your home
Availability
I am a junior at Mount Holyoke College, and I am willing to drive/travel to your pet(s) up to 4 times a day for drop ins, do daily walks, and stay in the pets home any day of the week!
About Lydia H.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I care for pets in the pet’s home. I usually prefer to have at least one visit with the owner and pet prior to house/pet sitting for any extended period of time, as to go through the pets’ routines and any housesitting needs. As for dog walking, I also prefer to meet the pet with the owner prior to beginning the walks.
Information Lydia H. would like to know about your pet
I would love to know energy levels, favorite games/treats, what commands are known, any specific behavioral quirks. I am committed to working with any animals that have anxiety or other behavioral issues as long as I’m made aware of them beforehand.
A typical day
I love to do anything that meets the needs of the animals I cafe for! From low energy pets who just need love and company, to high-energy pets who need someone to run around with them. I am willing to walk dogs, take pets places if needed via my car, bathe them, etc! - I’m up for it all! :)
Location
Albany, NY
Pets
Lydia H.
Helderberg, NY