Mindy L.
Buffalo, NY






Services
Mindy can host
Availability
Pet Care Expert & Behavior Consultant Specializing in Animal Communication & Body Language who only hosts pets at home INDIVIDUALLY or in a SMALL GROUP setting. MEET & GREETS - New clients may request to swing by for a meet and greet any day at any time between the hours of 1pm and 6pm. DROP OFFS & PICK UPS - Exact dropoff & pickup times are fairly fluid & flexible and are preferably scheduled for any time between afternoons and nightfall as we are not morning people. BOARDING OPENINGS - Always home 24/7 & available to to accept guests on all regular days however solo boarding & holiday boarding are first come first serve. NEW CLIENTS - Now scheduling new client boarding & daycare requests for fall 2026. New client slots are filled until September 2026. Able to accept new client booking requests for autumn & beyond. New clients should book as soon as possible to secure dates in the fall — send requests now to book dates for September 2026 onwards. DAYCARE OPENINGS - I currently have ONE spot available for weekly recurring full-time or part-time daycare starting in SEPTEMBER 2026. Daycare drop-off & pick-up days & times are flexible as OWNER drops off before work & picks up after work. To request a unique daycare schedule for irregular hours or to request daycare outside of regular business hours, send a detailed message with your preferred drop-off & pick-up times. Daycare prices & schedules are set up on a case-by-case basis & each situation is evaluated separately taking into account all unique & individual family circumstances. BOARDING PRICING - Flexible pricing is available for super amazing super easy-going super well-behaved superstar doggies — message about flexible boarding pricing to learn more. DAYCARE PRICING - Pricing is determined by evaluating each family's individual circumstances and the type of care needed including the total number of days per week / hours per day & windows for drop-off / pick-up times. SUPERSTARS DAYCARE - repeat clients with superstar status doggies can select BOARDING when booking daycare — all superstars should book daycare by selecting boarding for discounted superstar daycare rates reserved for superstar status doggies. SOLO BOARDING - ABLE to accommodate requests for solo boarding (hosting only one dog without any other dogs present at the rate of $79 per night) on a first-come first-serve basis HOWEVER there is high demand for this service (especially during popular travel times like summer & holidays) and solo spots are LIMITED so families that need solo boarding should click the BOOK button as far in advance as possible to secure their stay. SINGLE FAMILY HOUSEHOLD BOARDING - ABLE to host pets from one single family (all pets who normally reside in the same household together) at a time with no other dogs present HOWEVER it's best to book months in advance because single family household boarding spots fill up quickly & booking early significantly increases chances of being able to secure specific dates. WHO SHOULD REQUEST SOLO BOARDING OR SINGLE FAMILY HOUSEHOLD BOARDING? • dogs prone to stress or anxiety • dogs with separation anxiety • anxious and or fearful dogs • dogs who were never socialized • dogs who guard resources • dogs with an independent temperament • dogs with aggressive tendencies • dogs prone to aggression • dogs who exhibit aggressive behaviors • dogs with a bite history • dogs in heat & intact dogs WHY? Some pets thrive on social interaction and prefer to be around other animals, others find it stressful to be around other animals and often just prefer to hang out with humans. Solo boarding in a quiet home with anime watching game playing introverts is often preferred over boarding at a busy house with the presence of many other animals where a lot of activity is happening. Suddenly separating pets from their family & placing them in a busy environment can be stressful, overstimulating & overwhelming, making it difficult for pets to relax or decompress — staying in a peaceful home and keeping to a familiar routine can be more comfortable and less stimulating which can reduce stress and anxiety.
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About Mindy L.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
A human is ALWAYS present & the ratio is ALWAYS one-to-one or small group ( 1:1 - 1:3 ) to provide premium constant care. Humans are always present & available to provide basic training, constant care, cuddles on the couch, enrichment, entertainment, exercise, exposure therapy, free play, fun experiences, games, meals, medications, memorable experiences, naps, open play, pets, photos, potty breaks, progress updates, relaxation, rewards, socialization, stimulation, supervised play, structured play, training games, treats & walkies. At night, doggie guests are treated to a peaceful, relaxing, safe, serene stay where they are comfy, cozy and free to hang out on any couch or bed that they choose throughout the home so they can relax & have sweet dreams during their sleepover stay.
Home
Information Mindy L. would like to know about your pet
We keep our home neat, tidy & parasite free by following a few simple procedures so everyone has a great time in a safe & healthy environment. Safety Procedures: 1) Meet & greets, pick-ups and drop-offs will be outside, either out front or around the back. 2) Doggies must be up to date & current on all age appropriate surgeries, vaccines & vet care. 3) All doggies must be on some form of flea, mite, parasite & tick prevention. 4) Discuss any allergies, diet / treat restrictions, medications & special needs before booking. 5) All doggies MUST BE POTTY TRAINED TO GO NUMBER 1 & NUMBER 2 OUTSIDE AT MINIMUM EVERY TWO HOURS! Do not book if your doggie has accidents and / or marks and / or sprays and / or pottys inside. THERE ARE NO KENNELS so If your doggie feels most comfortable sleeping in their crate at night, you need to bring it with them, otherwise they are free to roam the house & sleep wherever they want so all doggies must be fully potty trained for overnights.
A typical day
Any typical day usually includes keeping to a familiar routine plus additional exercise and or enrichment to release stress & energy & to keep minds engaged. Furry family members receive unlimited access to supervised play outside under the sun if the weather is agreeable! Heavy rain and or snow will relocate most activities indoors with the exception of bihourly potty breaks & short walks. Each four-pawed guest's stay is uniquely designed & tailored to match their individual needs, taking into account their age, anxieties, behaviors, breed, care instructions, daily routines, dietary restrictions, emotional state, energy level, everyday lifestyle, exercise requirements, genetics, health history, individual interests, medical history, mental health, mobility, normal motivations, past training, personality, personal preferences, prior social interactions, play style, regular environment, size and weight, special needs, specific conditions, stressors, temperament, typical lifestyle & unique circumstances. Additional exercise or enrichment activities may include brain stimulating & critical thinking games, earning treats with educational games, free-roam time to burn off excess energy, group training if doggies enjoy friends, going on solo or group adventures, interacting with various animals and humans to develop healthy socialization skills, individual training to positively reinforce wanted behaviors with rewards, indoor and or outdoor activities depending on weather, interactive five senses training games like hide-and-seek and go find, learning new tricks & good habits, mental and physical exercise, open-play to release built up energy in a safe controlled environment, practicing training and recall, playing with puzzle treat games, resting during nap and night time in calm areas to avoid overstimulation, socializing, structured play time, taking walks / jogs / runs depending on exercise requirements, taking any medications in accordance with individual instructions & winding down at night watching TV with the family. 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗥𝗲𝗹𝗲𝘃𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 & 𝗦𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀 EXPERIENCE • trained to rescue & rehabilitate both domestic & wild animal species while developing practical skills in animal care & safety through hands-on experience • refined focus to specialize in domestic animal behavior assessment & modification, communication, socialization & training to help people & pets understand each other better • deepened expertise in pet care through hands-on work rescuing, rehabilitating & rehoming abandoned, injured & neglected pets • designed and implemented training routines to rehabilitate animals with aggression, anxiety, behavioral problems, fear, phobias, poor social skills & severe panic disorders • strengthened families by educating them on modern european training techniques & equipping them with knowledge on animal behavior & body language, empowering them to better communicate with four-pawed family members • shifted focus towards private homestay pet boarding, pet behavior counseling & pet care consulting for a more laid-back environment with better work life balance while continuing to help people & pets understand each other better SKILLS • ability to observe & interpret communication across species to assess when an animal is safe for interaction or adoption • administering supportive care including first aid, fluids, food & meds to injured or sick animals • triaging animals & conducting initial health exams to check vital signs & assess behavior, injuries, temperature & weight • providing basic medical & wound care using medical supplies like bandages, syringes & needles • using tools like barriers, bite gloves, live traps, nets, slip leads & snares to safely secure aggressive, frightened, injured & violent animals, preventing further injury, stress & trauma • positive training, a science-based, humane set of training philosophies & principles that use reward-based training techniques including lure & reward training, sound training, shaping, capturing & crate-free training • fear-free training methodologies that help families build strong bonds with pets by appreciating their point of view while intentionally providing ways to recognize & meet their needs without the use of fear, intimidation or physical punishment • anti-crate training methodologies that allow pets to learn how to behave at home by rewarding good behaviors & tethering or umbilical cord training, leashing dogs to their handler to build strong bonds so they can actively learn how to exist in a human world • smart training that emphasizes close bond building, constant supervision, freedom of movement, integration into the household, intense exercise before any periods of unsupervised freedom, puppy-proofing, setting & following a strict routine for food & water intake & consistently implementing regularly scheduled potty breaks to establish a proactive routine, regulate hydration & predict & manage elimination • assessing & correcting behaviors to help pets adjust to life in a home, giving them the skills they need to live successfully in a human world • the most up to date & effective, long-lasting, safe, science-based approaches to animal behavior & training like modern european anti-crate / crate-free strategies, fear-free training methods & positive reinforcement training techniques
Location
Buffalo, NY
Mindy L. has Star Sitter status
The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.
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Pet care experience
Min & family provide a cozy home-away-from-home pet bed & breakfast specializing in cage-free, around-the-clock, constant care with humans present & available twenty-four hours each day every day to deliver continuous care & support in an intimate one-on-one or small group setting so each & every four-pawed guest feels comfy as at home while receiving the love & attention they deserve. 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘆 𝗟𝘆𝗻 Pet Care Expert & Behavior Consultant Specializing in Animal Communication, Body Language, Positive Training Techniques & Crate-Free Training Strategies
Cat care experience

Mindy also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Reviews

As always, Mindy & Family are the best!

We rebooked with Mindy for a recent trip after our experience with her last time. Our dog is a little bit neurotic & high maintenance and doesn’t like to be left alone in new places. It is so so so nice to be able to go on vacation and not worry about her because Mindy takes such good care of her. My dog randomly stopped eating and Mindy figured out that if she changed her bowl she would eat. She took her for plenty of walks and gave her plenty of snuggles - our dog even gets to sleep in Mindy’s bed at night! We are so relieved to have found Mindy and would recommend her to anyone.
Mindy always takes great care of our lab. She’s so friendly and has a great backyard that he loves to frolic in. And she’s great about sending updates!

Our pup is always safe, happy and sound with Mindy!!
About Mindy L.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
A human is ALWAYS present & the ratio is ALWAYS one-to-one or small group ( 1:1 - 1:3 ) to provide premium constant care. Humans are always present & available to provide basic training, constant care, cuddles on the couch, enrichment, entertainment, exercise, exposure therapy, free play, fun experiences, games, meals, medications, memorable experiences, naps, open play, pets, photos, potty breaks, progress updates, relaxation, rewards, socialization, stimulation, supervised play, structured play, training games, treats & walkies. At night, doggie guests are treated to a peaceful, relaxing, safe, serene stay where they are comfy, cozy and free to hang out on any couch or bed that they choose throughout the home so they can relax & have sweet dreams during their sleepover stay.
Home
Information Mindy L. would like to know about your pet
We keep our home neat, tidy & parasite free by following a few simple procedures so everyone has a great time in a safe & healthy environment. Safety Procedures: 1) Meet & greets, pick-ups and drop-offs will be outside, either out front or around the back. 2) Doggies must be up to date & current on all age appropriate surgeries, vaccines & vet care. 3) All doggies must be on some form of flea, mite, parasite & tick prevention. 4) Discuss any allergies, diet / treat restrictions, medications & special needs before booking. 5) All doggies MUST BE POTTY TRAINED TO GO NUMBER 1 & NUMBER 2 OUTSIDE AT MINIMUM EVERY TWO HOURS! Do not book if your doggie has accidents and / or marks and / or sprays and / or pottys inside. THERE ARE NO KENNELS so If your doggie feels most comfortable sleeping in their crate at night, you need to bring it with them, otherwise they are free to roam the house & sleep wherever they want so all doggies must be fully potty trained for overnights.
A typical day
Any typical day usually includes keeping to a familiar routine plus additional exercise and or enrichment to release stress & energy & to keep minds engaged. Furry family members receive unlimited access to supervised play outside under the sun if the weather is agreeable! Heavy rain and or snow will relocate most activities indoors with the exception of bihourly potty breaks & short walks. Each four-pawed guest's stay is uniquely designed & tailored to match their individual needs, taking into account their age, anxieties, behaviors, breed, care instructions, daily routines, dietary restrictions, emotional state, energy level, everyday lifestyle, exercise requirements, genetics, health history, individual interests, medical history, mental health, mobility, normal motivations, past training, personality, personal preferences, prior social interactions, play style, regular environment, size and weight, special needs, specific conditions, stressors, temperament, typical lifestyle & unique circumstances. Additional exercise or enrichment activities may include brain stimulating & critical thinking games, earning treats with educational games, free-roam time to burn off excess energy, group training if doggies enjoy friends, going on solo or group adventures, interacting with various animals and humans to develop healthy socialization skills, individual training to positively reinforce wanted behaviors with rewards, indoor and or outdoor activities depending on weather, interactive five senses training games like hide-and-seek and go find, learning new tricks & good habits, mental and physical exercise, open-play to release built up energy in a safe controlled environment, practicing training and recall, playing with puzzle treat games, resting during nap and night time in calm areas to avoid overstimulation, socializing, structured play time, taking walks / jogs / runs depending on exercise requirements, taking any medications in accordance with individual instructions & winding down at night watching TV with the family. 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗥𝗲𝗹𝗲𝘃𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 & 𝗦𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀 EXPERIENCE • trained to rescue & rehabilitate both domestic & wild animal species while developing practical skills in animal care & safety through hands-on experience • refined focus to specialize in domestic animal behavior assessment & modification, communication, socialization & training to help people & pets understand each other better • deepened expertise in pet care through hands-on work rescuing, rehabilitating & rehoming abandoned, injured & neglected pets • designed and implemented training routines to rehabilitate animals with aggression, anxiety, behavioral problems, fear, phobias, poor social skills & severe panic disorders • strengthened families by educating them on modern european training techniques & equipping them with knowledge on animal behavior & body language, empowering them to better communicate with four-pawed family members • shifted focus towards private homestay pet boarding, pet behavior counseling & pet care consulting for a more laid-back environment with better work life balance while continuing to help people & pets understand each other better SKILLS • ability to observe & interpret communication across species to assess when an animal is safe for interaction or adoption • administering supportive care including first aid, fluids, food & meds to injured or sick animals • triaging animals & conducting initial health exams to check vital signs & assess behavior, injuries, temperature & weight • providing basic medical & wound care using medical supplies like bandages, syringes & needles • using tools like barriers, bite gloves, live traps, nets, slip leads & snares to safely secure aggressive, frightened, injured & violent animals, preventing further injury, stress & trauma • positive training, a science-based, humane set of training philosophies & principles that use reward-based training techniques including lure & reward training, sound training, shaping, capturing & crate-free training • fear-free training methodologies that help families build strong bonds with pets by appreciating their point of view while intentionally providing ways to recognize & meet their needs without the use of fear, intimidation or physical punishment • anti-crate training methodologies that allow pets to learn how to behave at home by rewarding good behaviors & tethering or umbilical cord training, leashing dogs to their handler to build strong bonds so they can actively learn how to exist in a human world • smart training that emphasizes close bond building, constant supervision, freedom of movement, integration into the household, intense exercise before any periods of unsupervised freedom, puppy-proofing, setting & following a strict routine for food & water intake & consistently implementing regularly scheduled potty breaks to establish a proactive routine, regulate hydration & predict & manage elimination • assessing & correcting behaviors to help pets adjust to life in a home, giving them the skills they need to live successfully in a human world • the most up to date & effective, long-lasting, safe, science-based approaches to animal behavior & training like modern european anti-crate / crate-free strategies, fear-free training methods & positive reinforcement training techniques
Mindy L.
Buffalo, NY
