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Talasia R.

Dog Mom Looking To Dog Sit

Inver Grove Heights, MN

from
$10/hr
Boarding
pet sitting
Hi my name is talashia! I am a full-time at home student looking to dog sit. I have a very friendly and playful 14-week-old mini dachshund. Small dogs preferred, but open to medium dogs. Large yard and dog-friendly house. Your dog will get lots of socialization and exercise with my puppy. Thank you!
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Kira C.

Inver Grove Heights, MN

from
$14/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I pet sit all of the time! I love cats and dogs and they love me! I can sit for your pet in your house and take them for walks!
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Denice S.

Part Time Pet Care Provider

Inver Grove Heights, MN

5.0(0)
from
$9/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have dog sat for my mother's friend's dog that was an Australian red healer & also her previous dog that is a Siberian Husky. They are really beautiful dogs. I also have two cats of my own. One is a york chocolate & the other is a tabby/ wild cat. My passion for dogs & cats have grown. I take great care in pet sitting they are...
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Claire S.

Inver Grove Heights, MN

from
$19/hr
1 year experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
I'm a lifelong animal lover with years of experience caring for both dogs and cats. As a trusted pet sitter and dog walker, I've worked with pets of all breeds, sizes, and temperament from energetic pups to older cats needing a calm, gentle presence. I'm confident with feeding routines, administering medications, and giving your...
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Sarah C.

Inver Grove Heights, MN

from
$9/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi im Sarah ! I'm 19 and just graduated high school. I've always loved animals and have been around them my whole life -- from family pets to helping friends and neighbors with theirs. I love pet sitting because it gives me a chance to care for animals and make sure they feel safe, loved, and comfortable while their owners are...
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Charissa M.

Inver Grove Heights, MN

from
$10/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello! My boys and I love animals. I had my own dog and cat growing up and that brought me so much joy! I dog sit for my sister's black lab often. I love any chance I can get to help out a family, and have an excuse to hang out with cute animals. We go on lots of walks and have a big backyard!
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Jadin M.

Inver Grove Heights, MN

from
$15/hr
6 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hi there! My name is Jadin, and I'm a passionate and reliable pet lover with 6 years of experience caring for dogs and cats of all breeds, sizes, and personalities. Whether it's daily walks, playtime, feeding, or overnight pet sitting, I treat every pet like they're my own. I've worked with energetic puppies, senior pets, shy...
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Emily S.

Dog Sitter Or Boarder

Inver Grove Heights, MN

from
$9/hr
1 year experience
Boarding
pet sitting
I've had dogs almost my entire life, and enjoy their energy and love. We have a huge, fenced in backyard and love to run and play with our lab mix, Blackjack. My kids and I would love to take care of your furry friend.
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Emmajean A.

Inver Grove Heights, MN

from
$9/hr
8 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
Hi! I'm EmmaJean , and I've been caring for pets for 17 years. I'm experienced with cats, dogs, and rabbits, and I'm happy to provide pet sitting, dog walks, and general care for most animals (just no snakes!). I'm reliable, loving, and attentive, and I make sure every pet feels safe and happy while you're away.
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Clarissa A.

Inver Grove Heights, MN

from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Boarding
pet transportation
pet sitting
grooming
pet walking
I am a cynophilists who loves dogs. Taking care of them is my passion, I offer services like dog sitting, dog walking, grooming, boarding, taking them to appointments esp. vet appointments. I consider them as a family and treat them with respect like humans.
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Lily W.

Pet Sitter

Saint Paul, MN

5.0(0)
from
$28/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi, my name is Lily W. I am an active pet owner myself, I have 2 young kittens, and 1 big, happy, yellow lab. I have 2 years of paid experience as a dog walker, so I have worked with all kinds of dogs. I understand that all pets require patience, love, and attention. I also have paid experience pet sitting guinea pigs, fish,...
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Uri H.

Pet Sitter Available

Saint Paul, MN

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
Northern California native and empathic animal admirer/nature troll prepared to assist with your pet needs in any way I can. My experience is limited to cats and dogs but I'm open to caring for other creatures too.

Joaquin P. says "Uri has been a great help to our busy family. He takes our dog Charlie on longs walks every day. He has quickly become one of Charlie's favorites! He is...

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Sandy K.

Pet-sitter/Caregiver

Saint Paul, MN

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet transportation
pet walking
I have had all kinds of animals growing up, from the general dog/cats, to ferrets, rabbits, guinea pigs, birds, snakes (not my favorite), turtles, bearded dragon, and other amphibians and lizards. We have one pet now, a springer spaniel. I have walked dogs, which included giving medication, feeding and playing with the dogs. And...

Carla M. says "Sandy will care for your dog like her own and even had some training recommendations for us. We have hired her twice and would hire her again. Thank you...

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Marissa J.

Rosemount, MN

5.0(1)
from
$12/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Daily feeding
pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
Hi everyone, my name is Marissa! I am currently 18 years old and attending college at the University of St Thomas, but my hometown is Rosemount! While I have lived with cats my whole life, I love all animals and would love to gain experience with any type. Along with experience with my own cats, I have experience dog sitting and...

Joel U. says "Marissa was hired to walk our Dog. She did a great job and we would really like to have come again."

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Coleen C.

Saint Paul, MN

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I provide pet sitting in your own home. I have been an animal lover all my life and have different pets in my home. I love cats dogs and birds of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming as well as any additional task.

Stewart M. says "Very friendly, outgoing, and attentive . We hired her for for days over Thanksgiving 2018, she took great care of our two dogs. She stayed in our home ,...

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Olivia B.

Saint Paul, MN

from
$16/hr
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
I have always grown up with pets, my current dog is a hound/great dane mix living in Minnesota with my parents (So I am comfortable with dogs of all sizes). I love animals, and would like to pet sit partially because I miss my dog. I am also a volunteer at the Humane Society and my family and I regularly fostered animals.
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Wendy M.

Animal Lover With Years Of Experience, Available For Pet Sitting!

Saint Paul, MN

from
$10/hr
10 years experience
Daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
I'm a 18-year-old in love with animals, willing to be there for the pets needs. I've watched over tiny chihuahuas to big muscular pit bulls. Comfortable with any dog breed. Also watched over cats, fish, and birds.
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Emily U.

Part-Time Caregiver

Rosemount, MN

from
$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I would love to meet you and your pet! Dog and cats are my speciality. Message me for dog walking, pet sitting in home or more!
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Claire W.

Pet Sitter

Saint Paul, MN

from
$25/hr
5 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
I grew up with two dogs, have fostered puppies and older doggos as well ! Have dog sat for friends overnight and am just overall willing to help in any way (:
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Meghan L.

Mary Puppins

Saint Paul, MN

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I have 10+ years of caring for animals. I used to work as a full time dog caregiver in the pacific palisades, tasks included taking them to their vet appointments, giving medication, taking them to be groomed and helped in dog training. I have also been a pet sitter and took care of animals while their owners were on vacation. I...
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $13.40/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog sitters is 5.0

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Inver Grove Heights, MN

Dog Sitters in Inver Grove Heights, MN are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed dog sitters

Uri H.

Uri has been a great help to our busy family. He takes our dog Charlie on longs walks every day. He has quickly become one of Charlie's...

- Joaquin P.

Sandy K.

Sandy will care for your dog like her own and even had some training recommendations for us. We have hired her twice and would hire her...

- Carla M.

Marissa J.

Marissa was hired to walk our Dog. She did a great job and we would really like to have come again.

- Joel U.

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Inver Grove Heights, MN

Dog sitters near you in Inver Grove Heights, 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 Inver Grove Heights, 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 Inver Grove Heights, MN is $13.40.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Inver Grove Heights, 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 Inver Grove Heights, 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 Inver Grove Heights, 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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