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Karrie Z.

Part-Time Caregiver Or Senior Caregiver And Pet Sitter

Elk River, MN

from
$10/hr
10 years experience
Administration of medicine
boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
daily feeding
I have two dogs of my own. I understand the importance of having someone who can help out with them, as they are like family! I am very reliable and good with pets!
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Dog Sitter/ Walker

Elk River, MN

from
$25/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello! I have grown up with dogs all my life. I have a family dog that I love getting outside to go on walks with. I would love to help families with their dogs as well! Let me know your family and their needs! Thank you!
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Dog Caregiver Services

Elk River, MN

from
$9/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
I provide dog sitting in my home. We have heated/airconditioned kennels and offer in home boarding. We have had dogs all of our lives, our hobby is training dogs for field trials. We offer playtime, walks, baths and a swim in the pond during the summer months. We are equipped to care for dogs of any size.
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Hayley A.'s Photo

Zimmerman, MN

from
$9/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
very little experience sitting other people's animals but grew up with a dog and 2 cats in the house
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Dog Sitter

Big Lake, MN

from
$16/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
As a volunteer of Dog Rescue, I would come to the shelter and provide (up to 7 dogs at a time) with a potty break, food, walk, and playtime with my shift partner. These dogs range in age from puppy to senior, with many different types of breeds, and with all types of temperaments. Additionally, I have experience pet sitting for...
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Big Lake, MN

from
$10/hr
1 year experience
Administration of medicine
boarding
grooming
pet sitting
pet walking
+ 1 more
I have 3 dogs at home and a golden retriever who is in training to be a service dog! I love cuddling with pets and taking them on walks and feeding them. I love sitting outside and playing with them and letting their energy out. I am allergic to cats and cannot work with cats.
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College Student Available For Pet Sitting

Big Lake, MN

from
$9/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi my name is Kait and I am a freshman in college! I love animals and have experience working with dogs, cats, fish, and chickens!
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Loving Pet Sitter!

Big Lake, MN

from
$10/hr
Administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet transportation
pet walking
dog training
+ 1 more
I have been caring for animals since I was young. My dad breeds red setters, so I have spent time helping with all the dogs and training the puppies as well as dogs. I have owned two dogs of my own that I trained as well. I love both cats and dogs!
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Pet Sitting

Zimmerman, MN

from
$15/hr
6 years experience
Pet sitting
I have been around animals my whole life. Recently have started to watch animals for other people, able to drive there, I am experienced with goats, cats, dogs, fish, but also willing to learn more about other animals.
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Pet Sitter

Osseo, MN

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello my name is Jess and I'm interested in your posting! I have 2 cats and a dog of my own and have experience with many different pets: dogs, cats, fish, birds, guineas, ferrets and hamsters! I would love to help your family out.
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Responsible, Conscientious, Enthusiastic, Joyful, Loving * Professional * W/30+ Yrs Experience

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet sitting
dog training
Private Estate & Pet Guardian with 30+ years of trusted experience. I bring joy, reliability, and intuitive attention to every assignment. My goal is your peace of mind and your pets' happiness at home. From walks, meals, medications, and play to cuddles and companionship, I honor each pet's needs. Clients describe me as calm,...

Care Member says "Hi, my name is Freckles and I want to tell you about my wonderful pet sitter Heidi. Every summer when my "parents" go away for 3-4 months, they get...

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Alexis M.'s Photo

Andover, MN

from
$17/hr
Boarding
pet sitting
I love all animals, especially dogs! I would be a great pet sitter because I love spending time with them. When you hire me to care for your fur baby, you can expect your them to be well cared for and get many cuddles and scratches.
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Fun-loving Pet Sitter

Buffalo, MN

from
$12/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi I'm Makenna and I'm 19! I have a huge love for dogs and grew up around them. I've been dog sitting for my babysitting/nanny families for the last few years and would love to continue doing so! I enjoy taking them for walks, playing fetch, or just simply keeping them company!
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Brandi N.'s Photo

Cambridge, MN

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I haven't professionally helped with pets, however used to do pet sitting in Germany when the soldiers would deploy. Have 3 dogs of my own, including a pit!
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About Me

Cedar, MN

from
$9/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
dog training
pet transportation
grooming
Hello, I am Raelyn and I am currently a college student studying animal science to become a veterinarian. I have little experience with dog boarding and dog sitting. I also am currently working at a grooming center. I am interested in training, grooming, boarding, and walking. I prefer one-time shifts or occasional dog sitting...
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Andover, MN

from
$9/hr
1 year experience
Administration of medicine
boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
daily feeding
I have loved and cared for animals of all sorts. I have cared for dogs, cats, horses, reptiles and birds. I currently care for children of the human variety, but would enjoy the opportunity to spend some time as a pet sitter.
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Selene P.'s Photo

Isanti, MN

from
$9/hr
Boarding
pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
I am new to professional pet sitting but In the past I have always lived in a house full of animals. I am comfortable working with larger dogs since that is what I am most familiar with.
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Reilly P.'s Photo

Minneapolis, MN

from
$20/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have experience sitting for dogs of all sizes! I have 2 dogs of my own- a lab and a golden retriever! Happy to help with sitting or just taking them on walks when you are away!
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Rees M.'s Photo

Rockford, MN

from
$9/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
I've watched animals mostly when I have watched children! I also have done housesitting and dog sitting while doing some chores around the house! Open for anything!
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  • The average post rate is $14.75/hr as of December 2025

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Elk River, MN

Dog sitters near you in Elk River, MN can provide a really valuable service to dog owners, especially ones with busy work, social, and travel schedules. A good dog sitter can not only take care of your dog when you can’t be home with them, they can also provide them with social engagement that can keep them feeling happy, entertained, and stimulated. Lots of dogs love playing with their dog sitters.

You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Elk River, MN to learn more about what each individual dog sitter charges. To give you a more general idea of what to expect, the average hourly rate for dog sitters near you in Elk River, MN is $14.75.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Elk River, MN. When you review dog sitter profiles on Care.com, look for profiles that highlight the fact that they offer overnight care services. Many dog parents don’t want their dogs to be home alone at night, so overnight care is a popular service that many dog sitters offer.

To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Elk River, MN we strongly recommend you do your own research to keep your dog safe. For example, you can interview multiple candidates, can request references from other clients, and can run an independent background check on any dog sitters you’re considering hiring. As a jumping off point, we do ask all dog sitters listed on Care.com to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Look for profiles that include a badge sharing the date they completed this background check.

To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Elk River, MN, you can turn to Care.com for assistance. Care.com makes it easy to review the profiles of different dog sitters that are available to hire. You can learn more about the services they offer, their rates, and their experience working as a dog sitter.

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