No matter how many individuals appear in the pages of each edition of Keys Weekly, there are always so many more of our community members who deserve to be recognized. In an effort to shine a spotlight on more of the incredible individuals who live and work in these islands, Keys Weekly is proud to present our Neighbor of the Week feature, dedicated to celebrating a community member with each issue.
Our neighbor of the week is Olivia Lee, who is a dog groomer at Sailor’s Dog Spa in Marathon. Her biggest passion in life is working with extremely fearful or aggressive dogs, gaining their trust and rehabilitating them. She feels that creating that bond and seeing that kind of progress in a dog is truly the most special thing.
OLIVIA LEE
Sailor’s Dog Spa
How long have you been in the Keys and what brought you here? I moved here about three years ago to open Sailor’s Dog Spa, which is a dog grooming and boarding facility. I grew up coming to the Keys for vacations almost every year my entire life. When my parents decided to move here full-time, I wanted to be closer to them and we saw the need for this kind of business here, so we decided to open this business as a family.
What is your favorite thing about living in the Keys? I feel blessed that I get to live in this tropical paradise. I traded in long walks in the cold of Ohio to long walks on the beautiful Seven Mile Bridge.
What’s a local business you couldn’t live without? Keys Animal Hospital. Their entire team has taken such great care of my dogs, which has given me such peace of mind that they will always be in good hands.
What is your greatest fear? I don’t know how to swim, so my biggest fear is drowning. I am also terrified of spiders.
Which living person do you most admire? My mom. She is the most hardworking and driven person I have ever met and has worked so hard for everything she has in life. She inspires me and motivates me every day without even trying.
What is your most treasured possession? My five dogs. They keep me going and are my favorite part of every day.
What’s a secret about you that people might be surprised to learn? These are not really secrets, but I play six instruments and music is one of my biggest passions. I used to be a ballet and pointe dancer.
Know someone who would be a good “Neighbor of the Week?” Email keysweeklyjen@gmail.com.
