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Molly F.

Trustworthy And Loving

Saint Paul, MN

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$9/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
boarding
pet sitting
Growing up, I have always had a dog. I currently have 2 dogs at home right now that I love with all my heart, and I love to play with them and take them on walks. I also have a lot of experience with dog sitting for family friends. I usually stay with them while they are out of town. I am a student at UMD, and I'm looking to...
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Hailey A.

Saint Paul, MN

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$14/hr
1 year experience
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
I have been pet sitting and dog walking for family and friends for the past 5 years. The reason I say I only have 1 year if experience is because I have never had a consistent schedule. I personally have 2 sweet young cats, and a moody teenage leopard gecko. Until recently I have always had a dog in the house. My family fostered...
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Amy M.

South Saint Paul, MN

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
grooming
administration of medicine
dog training
+ 1 more
Looking for part-time work cleaning, pet-sitting, dog-walking, or running errands/caring for elderly. I have tons of experience with animals and have always had numerous pets including cats, dogs, horses and birds. I am very reliable and have been employed at the University of MN Hospital for over 18 years. My passion is...
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Maureen A.

Pet Sitter Looking To Care For Cats And Dogs

Stillwater, MN

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$10/hr
2 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
daily feeding
pet sitting
I have 3 cats and one elderly dog. Some prior pet sitting experience.
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Jourdan S.

Saint Paul, MN

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! I'm Jourdan -- a caring and dependable animal lover who knows how much pets mean to their families. I offer pet sitting, dog walking, and drop-in visits for dogs, cats, and fish, making sure each pet feels loved, safe, and cared for while you're away. Whether it's keeping your dog active with walks, checking in to feed and...
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Seba A.

Pet Sitter

Saint Paul, MN

from
$9/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
boarding
pet sitting
As a pet sitter I make sure to provide food and water, grooming, taking pets to vet appointments, administering medicine, taking dogs out for a walk, and providing companionship.
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Melissa C.

Saint Paul, MN

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
boarding
I have two dogs, Scooby and Freddie, and two cats, Nena and Matilda. I love all pets, and have always had a dog in my life. I can provide dog sitting in my home, which has a large, fenced in backyard or in the pet's home based on comfort level.
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Madeline C.

Experienced Pet Sitter

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(0)
from
$16/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
boarding
pet sitting
Loves all animals and grew up around lots of cats and dogs. Energetic person who has experience with lots of different kinds of animals.
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Kris U.

Experienced Pet Sitter/Dog Walker Available

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
daily feeding
I have been surrounded by animals my whole life. I grew up with many pets, have worked in a doggy day care, fostered dogs and I've been caring for other people's fur kids through my pet care company since 2005. I have experience with cats and dogs of many different breeds and temperaments. I am also familiar with some rodents...

Grace A. says "Kris cleaned and did odd jobs around our house. I could not have been more happy with her and I have no doubt you will be too!"

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Marissa J.

Rosemount, MN

5.0(1)
from
$12/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
daily feeding
pet sitting
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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Kyla O.

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(0)
from
$16/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi there! My name is Kyla and I want to meet your fur babies. I grew up with cats and dogs and absolutely adore animals. I have a cat of my own. He is 6. I'm very flexible and offer house sitting as well as pet sitting if you are going out of town. Feel free to reach out with any questions! I'm looking forward to hearing from...
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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
Pet transportation
pet walking
administration of medicine
daily feeding
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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Emily H.

Saint Paul, MN

5.0(1)
from
$9/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
I love animals! I've done pet sitting for cats, dogs and fish for years and have an easy rapport with them. I am experienced with giving medications, too.

Roxy H. says "Emily answered my ad right away. She was able to do all the things I need for my pets. She is going to start this Saturday. Seem very easy to deal with....

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Essence S.

A Bubbly And Energetic Animal Lover

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
Caring for animals is one of my best joys in life. I come from a family of pet lovers. So far, I've owned dogs, cats, birds, hamsters, a Guinea pig and one turtle. I'm currently raising a pup named Lucy! She is a Bully Bassett hound mix. I can help out with sitting, walking, bathing etc. in addition, I LOVE to play :)
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Michelle N.

Pet Sitter, Dog Walker

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
administration of medicine
pet sitting
**Unfortunately I will be out of town for both Thanksgiving and Christmas, so will not be available for sitting or boarding. I would love to watch your pups on other dates:)**

Kelly K. says "I cannot say enough good things about Michelle! She has helped me out so much and is always dependable, punctual, and willing to help with any project or...

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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
Pet walking
administration of medicine
pet sitting
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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Meredith W.

Efficient, Honest, And Motivated House Cleaning And Sitting Services!

Saint Paul, MN

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Changing bed linens
carpet cleaning
general room cleaning
bathroom cleaning
kitchen cleaning
+ 1 more
I am Meredith, a college Student in St. Paul looking for part time house sitting/cleaning opportunities. With four summers of experience as a combined nanny housekeeper, I am very comfortable with cleaning, and cleaning with kids in mind. I also have two years of experience working at a pet boarding facility, as well as two...
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Tayler G.

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I've had multiple dogs growing up with me & I've sat and cared for them at every age - old and young pups. I continue to sit for family and friends & am extra attentive and keen on sticking to their schedules and dietary habits. I love leaving them happier & more content than at our first meeting! Pet-friends are the world to...

Care Member says "Tayler took great care of my dog and 2 cats. They love her! She looked after them, my house, and plants while I was away fir several long (month+) trips...

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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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Uri H.

Pet Sitter Available

Saint Paul, MN

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Grooming
pet sitting
pet walking
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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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $13.67/hr as of November 2025

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Lake Elmo, MN

Dog Sitters in Lake Elmo, MN are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed dog sitters

Kris U.

Kris cleaned and did odd jobs around our house. I could not have been more happy with her and I have no doubt you will be too!

- Grace A.

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.

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.

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Lake Elmo, MN

Dog sitters near you in Lake Elmo, 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 Lake Elmo, 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 Lake Elmo, MN is $13.67.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Lake Elmo, 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 Lake Elmo, 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 Lake Elmo, 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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