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Lydia M.

Santa Cruz, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
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These prices are for 1 dog, including a booking fee of 11%.

Services

Lydia can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old

Availability

I recently moved to the area and work 8 - 5 weekdays, with flexibility around noon for drop-ins. I am happy to drive for walks/visits outside of my local area.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Lydia M.

Communication

96% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

8 years of experience
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I am happy to abide and maintain your house rules while taking care of your animals! I am comfortable walking, feeding, playing with, and tending to a liter box etc.. I am also good at anticipating needs of animals having grown up with cats and dogs.

Information Lydia M. would like to know about your pet

Anything you feel is important to know or execute in a certain way regarding your pet! You obviously know them the best and I understand how big of an impact they have on one's life.

A typical day

I am happy to walk and play with any pets. I also just enjoy keeping them company if they are older or not too active.

Location

Santa Cruz, CA

Lydia M.'s Neighborhood

New to town and an animal lover!

Pet care experience

I have pet sat for neighbors with dogs and cats since high school and am comfortable feeding, walking, and tending to a liter box! I also grew up with both cats and dogs simultaneously.

Cat care experience

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New to town and an animal lover!

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

Reviews

Althea R.
House Sitting • Jun 19, 2026
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Lydia was wonderful and went above and beyond caring for my critters. I would love to have her pet sit again.

Todd O.
Drop-In Visits • Jun 23, 2025
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Thank you very much for taking such good care of our furry friends!

Justice O.
House Sitting • May 13, 2025
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Lydia was very responsive, respectful, and easy to work with. She sent pictures of the pets and gave me updates as I had asked. Will definitely hire her for pets sitting again!

Christina S.
Drop-In Visits • Apr 20, 2025
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We're so happy we found Lydia! She's communicative and easy going. Our cats immediately took a liking to her which is pretty unusual as they usually take a while to warm up. We came home to two very happy cats. Thank you Lydia!

About Lydia M.

Communication

96% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

8 years of experience
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I am happy to abide and maintain your house rules while taking care of your animals! I am comfortable walking, feeding, playing with, and tending to a liter box etc.. I am also good at anticipating needs of animals having grown up with cats and dogs.

Information Lydia M. would like to know about your pet

Anything you feel is important to know or execute in a certain way regarding your pet! You obviously know them the best and I understand how big of an impact they have on one's life.

A typical day

I am happy to walk and play with any pets. I also just enjoy keeping them company if they are older or not too active.

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Lydia M.

Santa Cruz, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews