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About
When it is unfeasible to travel with your beloved pet, what are your options. It is often difficult to find someone responsible and trustworthy enough to take care of your pet. For the past several decades, I have been an animal lover. I am an experienced dog trainer and pet sitter. Since 1998, I have raised 5 puppies for the Guiding Eyes for the Blind. I also adore cats and am experienced in caring for them. I have Liability and Bond Insurance through Pet Sitters International. In addition, I am an American Kennel Club Evaluator for the Canine Good Citizen Test. For 4 1/2 years, I taught Puppy, Basic, Advanced and Canine Good Citizen classes at Petsmart in Latham, NY. I also taught Puppy classes at the Albany Obedience Club in Glenmont, NY. I look forward to caring for your pets.
Overview
Hired 94 times
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Background checked
1 employee
21 years in business
Business hours
Sun9:00 am - 5:00 pmMon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Payment methods
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2021
Services offered
Dog training package
Dog size
Extra Small (1 - 15 lbs)
Small (16 - 25 lbs)
Medium (26 - 40 lbs)
Dog training type
Private lessons
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and responsiveness.
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Linda D.
Jul 5, 2026
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Lyn is reliable and I’m very confident she is taking care of my cat while I’m away. She has administered medicine for my cat and is very reliable. I have already her booked again for the fall.
Details: Cat • 1 pet • Giving food and water • Changing litter or bedding • Short visit (30 minutes) • Once a day • My home, venue, etc.
Pet Sitting
JB S.
Jun 9, 2025
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Lyn was very patient with my puppy & I! Lyn definitely knows her work. My grandmother was in the training with me as well. I’d refer Lyn Ory to anybody I know. <3
Details: 0 - 6 months old • Small (16 - 25 lbs) • I'm flexible • Puppy training • Leash pulling • Biting • Crate training • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.
Dog Training
Felicia D.
Apr 16, 2021
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Lyn came to help with some training basics for two young and rambunctious Westies. She has the patience of a saint! More for training us how to work with the dogs, the information and techniques she presented will prove to be invaluable in progress until the next session.
Details: 2 - 10 years old • Small (16 - 25 lbs) • Private lessons • General obedience training • Leash pulling • Barking • My home, venue, etc.
Dog Training
Cory G.
Aug 19, 2020
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Lyn is quite the professional! She Really taught us things that we weren’t aware we needed to know. Great session, great price. She even taught my kids how to work with our puppy so that they know some proper techniques.
Details: 6 - 12 months old • Medium (26 - 40 lbs) • Private lessons • Puppy training • Leash pulling • Biting • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.
Dog Training
Ellen D.
Feb 5, 2021
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Hired on Thumbtack
Lyn arrived right on time. She is very knowledgeable and our dog Izzy took to her immediately. At the end of the hour she had Izzy responding to sit, lie down. recall. leave it, and others. Lyn gave us very helpful hints as to how to handle bad behaviors. We are looking forward to practicing these things with her and to our next session with Lyn. It's a pleasure working with her.
Details: 0 - 6 months old • Small (16 - 25 lbs) • Private lessons • Puppy training • House training • Biting • Destructive behavior • My home, venue, etc.
Dog Training
Credentials
Background Check
Line V Ory
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
$75/Dog Training
$100/Dog Sitting in your Home
$25/Dog Walk
$25/Cat Visit
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
A Meet & Greet is scheduled to fill out Client information, Veterinary Release Form, & Emergency Pet Guardianship Information. Verifying the pet is up to date on required vaccinations. Verifying whether the pet is micro-chipped or has ID tags. Going over meal or medication requirements and schedule routine.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I taught Puppy, Basic, Advanced and Canine Good Citizen classes at Petsmart in Latham, NY for 4 1/2 years. I also taught Puppy & Canine Good Citizen classes at the Albany Obedience Club in Glenmont, NY for 15 years. I have Pet First Aid Certification.
