Woof! My name is Lydia and I am a three-year-old therapy dog in training. My pronoun choice is she/her/hers. I’m a floppy-eared pit bull boxer mix with the cutest head tilt you ever did see.

I adopted my mom, Alonna, and my sister, Quigley, when I saw them on a walk in their neighborhood. My heart knew right away that I was meant to be a part of their family, so I decided to follow them home. My mom found out later that I had been living in the SPCA for 6 months fighting for my life. After I got better and was adopted out, I was abandoned again two weeks later. Don’t be sad for me, though – this was the best thing that happened to me. It led me to my caring family and my new job as a therapist helping other people heal like I have.

I have a very calm, sweet disposition and my favorite activity is cuddling...well, that might actually be my second favorite activity. I am a water baby through and through and nothing makes me happier than swimming in a lake somewhere. I’m still super excitable in the office because it’s a new experience for me. I am working really hard on learning not to jump on people and developing my therapy dog skills. So, you may not see me around consistently yet – but I’ll get there.

I am best suited to anyone of any age who loves dogs and would be comfortable helping with my training. I can’t wait to cuddle with you!

Little Cuddlebug