Lydia Z.
Lydia Z.
Contact for Drop-In Visits
from $12 per visit
Highlights
Pet care experience
Semi-professional Dog Whisperer
Petting, walking, and hanging out with dogs is my favorite pastime! After moving here for nursing school I had to leave my built-in buddy, Ben a 11-year-old chocolate lab rescue. Being raised with dogs and pet-sitting for years gave me lots of experience with training, walking, and washing dogs. I pet sat puppies who needed training reinforcement and was even the dog handler at a wedding! I volunteered at shelters like the SPCA and Humane Society, so I have cared for dogs of all shapes and sizes. This is the perfect gig for me since in nursing clinicals I already ran around after the nurses and cleaned up poop, it's easier with dogs since they are so much cuter!
Cat care experience
Lydia also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Safety, trust & environment
I live in a ground level apartment so right off my back patio is a nice grass area where people rarely walk by. Then out my front door is my apartments dog area which is just some nice enclosed grass. I only ever take dogs in there is no one else is in there. People are courteous and will avoid coming in while others are there with their dogs. I know some dogs just prefer to be at home so coming to you is no problem. I can always water plants or bring in mail if you need! I can walk for as long as your dog wants and I know some mental stimulation tricks that usually tire them right out. Updating you is important to me so sending pics, what I like to call Puppy Grams, are a must.
Ratings and reviews
Lydia is absolutely incredible! Our Lana, and even our usually timid cat, Graci, took to her right away. Lydia is reliable, kind, knowledgeable, and we can tell she's a true animal lover. Highly recommend her!
Lydia was wonderful taking care of our dog Bailey! If we are ever in the area again, we would definitely use her.
Lydia was so nice and she did great with my pup. Would definitely book with her again.
Lydia was excellent dog sitter for the full day we spent exploring OKC. If you're in the area and want to head to the baseball or any other centrally located event, she will be an awesome resource to take great care of your furry friends. We had seamless communication for weeks leading up to daycare as well as the day of. Highly recommend!
Calendar and availability
Schedule
I am a nurse so I only work three days a week minimum. That leaves four days of the week where I am free to come walk or play with your fur baby.