Lydia

Hello there, my name is Lydia. I am 25 years old, a Child Minder (Private Nanny) and have been providing pet care services & dog walking regularly for the past 2 years, although I have been the go-to pet sitter amongst family and friends for most of my life.

(I track every visit/walk and send regular updates and photos.)

I am a Qualified Animal Carer with a Level 3 Diploma in Animal Management, Behaviour & Biology from Oakland’s College Farm in Smallford. I am currently studying Level 3 Diploma’s in Animal Psychology & Canine Communication. I am due to start a FdSc degree in Animal Behaviour this September.

I have experience with a varied range of animals & pets from my time working in Wildlife Rescue centers, Vets, Doggy Grooming Salons, Urban Farms - and of course from having many pets of my own over the years! From Emu’s to Guinea Pigs, I’ve been very lucky to work closely with lots of amazing creatures.

I am comfortable with any type, size and needs of your pet. Grumpy or messy, they can do no wrong in my eyes. I enjoy being able to meet people and pets from all over London, each with their own quirks.

Currently at home I have a small menagerie of 2 Cats (Lenard & Lila), 2 Tortoises (Tofu & Tahini) and recently rescued rabbit called Moona.

Unfortunately due to my Cat’s strong dislike for Dogs, I cannot do Day Care or Boarding at my home. I’m not entirely sure as to why they feel this way as they have never met an unfriendly dog - I think perhaps they have heard some horror stories from the neighbourhood cats and that’s put them off.