Lydia P.
Elmwood, LA
I work in animal care full time
Pet care experience
I work in animal care at the Audubon Aquarium, so I have plenty of experience with animals. I have had family dogs my whole life. I love dogs and get along with them very well. If there are other animals in the house I will care for them as well. I have experience walking and house sitting for dogs including giving them pills and other forms of medication. I also have experience training puppies, as I helped train my family's golden retriever puppy. I also train a variety of different animals at my job with the aquarium. If you have a training collar for your dog, I do have experience using and training with one. I enjoy long walks so taking your dog out will be no issue. If there are treats that they enjoy or if you would like me to give them treats for good behavior, just let me know! I will play with your dog and give them all the love that they deserve.
Reviews
This was a very long time for me to be away from my dogs and cat (8 days) and Lydia made my trip 1000xs better by ensuring my animals were safe and well taken care of. This was the second time I had her take care of my animals and she is amazing (she now comes by weekly for quick check-ins). She sends updates on how everyone is doing, gives meds to one of my dogs without a problem, and is so patient with my reactive dog. I no longer feel anxious about leaving town. My animals are like family to me and Lydia takes such good care of them all! I couldn’t recommend her more!
Lydia was great! I needed someone very last minute and she was such a relief!! She sent several photos daily and gave me frequent updates which helped me feel at ease while she was house sitting my fur fam. I will definitely hire her again!
Absolutely amazing! Very timely and excellent communication. We came home after a week long trip to two very happy pets who had been well taken care of and given lots of love. She even made the bed and left us a sweet note! We will be using Lydia for all future needs!
Lydia is awesome! She always sends detailed updates about her visit with Bella. She really cares about your dog like her own!
About Lydia P.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
This often varies based on what services I provide, but no matter what I will always treat them like my own. I care deeply for animals and have done a lot of studying and training in animal welfare. I am well versed with animal behavior so I will update if there’s any cause for concern or just send pictures of the happy dog. I do try to send at least one photo everyday when dog sitting so that way you can have you mind at ease knowing your dog is safe and well cared for.
Information Lydia P. would like to know about your pet
I would like to know how the dog acts around other dogs and if there are any special dietary needs. Also if the dog likes certain places or activities I would love to be able to do that with them.
A typical day
I work Fridays through Tuesdays from 7-3. This means I usually leave the house around 6 am and I won’t be back until around 3:30-4 pm. Some days I can get stuck at work due to animal moves or procedures at work but I will always be sure to take the dog out immediately once I get back.
Services
Lydia can watch in your home
Availability
I currently do not own a dog, the dog shown on my profile is my parents dog, they live in Oregon. This means my full attention will be on your pup!
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About Lydia P.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
This often varies based on what services I provide, but no matter what I will always treat them like my own. I care deeply for animals and have done a lot of studying and training in animal welfare. I am well versed with animal behavior so I will update if there’s any cause for concern or just send pictures of the happy dog. I do try to send at least one photo everyday when dog sitting so that way you can have you mind at ease knowing your dog is safe and well cared for.
Information Lydia P. would like to know about your pet
I would like to know how the dog acts around other dogs and if there are any special dietary needs. Also if the dog likes certain places or activities I would love to be able to do that with them.
A typical day
I work Fridays through Tuesdays from 7-3. This means I usually leave the house around 6 am and I won’t be back until around 3:30-4 pm. Some days I can get stuck at work due to animal moves or procedures at work but I will always be sure to take the dog out immediately once I get back.
Location
Elmwood, LA
Pets
Lydia P.
Elmwood, LA