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Lydia M.

Howe, MINNEAPOLIS, MN

4.9 out of 5 stars
558 reviews
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Services

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.

Lydia can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Lydia M.

Communication

236 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

35 years of experience
Oral medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Lydia M. would like to know about your pet

I don't want any aggressive dogs, or dogs that don't get along with others. My little Pedro gets along with just about everyone, and it is fun for him to have guests to play with.

A typical day

A typical day would include walks in the park across the street, playing in the backyard, cuddling and watching movies together, fun toys to play with and lots of attention.

Location

MINNEAPOLIS, MN

Lydia M.'s Neighborhood

Pets

FENCED YARD - ACROSS FROM PARK!

Pet care experience

Hello! My name is Lydia. I live in a big house with a fenced yard right across the street from Longfellow Park in South Minneapolis. It's a beautiful dog friendly neighborhood - great for dog walking! My little dog Pedro gets along great with others, and enjoys having guests to play with. I have kennels (extra large and smaller) with comfortable beds inside if required, in a separate room or if your dog/s just like a kennel. Dogs love it here, because it's a fun vacation for them! I play with the dogs often and have a toy box full of goodies for them to chose from and play with. My back yard is large and has plenty of room for dogs to run laps and to get plenty of exercise. I also take the dogs for plenty of walks though out the day and take them to the park across the street. I have experience in administering oral medications and have much experience with elderly dogs and special needs dogs. I take LOTS of pictures and bother you daily with them, but know you are busy so you are not obligated to respond to my texts - they're just for you to see how your furry friends are doing. I treat every dog like my own and LOVE dogs. I look forward to meeting you! I currently work from home, so I have plenty of time to play with and care for your special friend. I have years of experience caring for dogs. I have a big fenced yard, and a big house with lots of room for your dog to play. I also have several different sized crates, if you want or need you dog to be crated. I have clean comfortable bedding for them.

Reviews

Brianna L.
Boarding • Jun 21, 2026
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Do not use Lydia. She keeps more dogs at her home than is safe or legally allowed. I booked a stay for my dog expecting it to be my dog and her two small dogs. Instead, as I dropped off a forgotten item before leaving town, I found another large dog being dropped off by their owner and overheard they are staying for three days. I did not agree or understand that there would be so many dogs boarding. When I brought my concerns to her, she tried to brush them off. However, I know that Minneapolis has laws about how many dogs can be in a home. I took my dog home. This company is letting this sitter book 5 or more dogs boarding in a home. In addition to the daycare dogs she sees.

Liora G.
Doggy Day Care • Jun 15, 2026
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Thanks Lydia for taking care of George!

Lisa R.
Boarding • Jun 15, 2026
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Our dog loves going to Lydia’s! This was our second time taking him. He loves playing with other dogs and he lives his best life. Lydia sends lots of pictures to help keep you posted. She was a huge help for our last-minute dog-sitter need too. Thank you!!!

Michelle H.
Doggy Day Care • Jun 14, 2026
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We don't typically have the privilege of visiting the same sitter twice, because we move so often. However, this was Cam and Morgan's second stay at Lydia's, and they were well cared for like the previous time. Grateful to her for keeping them on short notice while we attended a Twins game.

About Lydia M.

Communication

236 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

35 years of experience
Oral medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Lydia M. would like to know about your pet

I don't want any aggressive dogs, or dogs that don't get along with others. My little Pedro gets along with just about everyone, and it is fun for him to have guests to play with.

A typical day

A typical day would include walks in the park across the street, playing in the backyard, cuddling and watching movies together, fun toys to play with and lots of attention.

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Lydia M.

Howe, MINNEAPOLIS, MN

4.9 out of 5 stars
558 reviews