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Morgan F.

Mound, MN

from
$9/hr
I have been dog sitting for numerous families for the past 7 years. I am 19 years old currently and I love dogs. I can take them for walks, play with them, and simply hangout with them and give them all the attention in the world.
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Angela H.

Pet Sitter And Dog Walker

Excelsior, MN

from
$10/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
My name is Angie H. My love for pets is what sparked me to enter the wonderful world of pet sitting and dog walking. I understand the importance of trusting someone to care for your "kids". I grew up with dogs my entire life. I couldn't imagine my life without them. They bring so much joy and happiness to my family's life....
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Grace B.

Mound, MN

from
$20/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I am a big pet lover! I have 3 fur babies of my own- 1 dog and 2 cats! I have plenty of pet experience- feeding, playing, and everything in between! I've pet-sit for multiple families and I love doing it! I am comfortable and able to pet/house sit overnight and over multiple days!
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Janine H.

Dogwalking/Pet Care

Delano, MN

from
$10/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I provide dog, cat, or other animal sitting in your own home. I have experience from housesitting/catsitting in the past and have grown up and had the chance to get to know many dogs through my current employer. I love dogs of all sizes and ages.
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Abbie D.

Hi! I Am Abbie.

Wayzata, MN

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi, I'm Abbie! I'm 27 years old, and here's a little about me. I'm a lifelong animal lover with plenty of hands-on experience caring for pets. I have a Golden Retriever named Aspen, and I currently live with my parents, who have two dogs an Australian Shepherd named Dakota and a Labrador mix named Lola as well as chickens and a...
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Kathryn L.

Hi, My Name Is Katie!

Excelsior, MN

from
$9/hr
4 years experience
Pet transportation
boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
I love animals so much, currently have a cat, a ball python, and a russian tortoise. I used to have a dog but sadly she passed. I pet sit for my uncle who has 3 cats and a dog currently whenever he needs it. I would love to meet more furry friends!
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Taylee P.

Work From Home Couple Looking To Assist With Your Dog Care Needs. We Have A Fenced In Yard!

Loretto, MN

from
$14/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet walking
boarding
daily feeding
+ 1 more
Work from home couple with a fenced in yard. We both love animals and have a 5 star rating on the popular dog sitting app,
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Inda H.

Dog Sitter/boarding

Excelsior, MN

from
$22/hr
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
We have 2 dogs at home, can do dog walking or boarding/housing. Excelsior area. Caring for dogs in the absence of his/her owners. Adhering to a strict feeding schedule. Cleaning up after the animal. Ensuring the animal was safe. Following any instructions for the animal's care as left by the owners.
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Angela F.

Mound, MN

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$9/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I have several years of experience in the field and have worked with dogs of all breeds, sizes, and temperaments. I understand the importance of providing a safe and enjoyable experience for each dog in my care. When it comes to dog walking, I believe in the power of exercise and fresh air. I ensure that every walk is tailored...
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Carlie F.

Minneapolis, MN

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello! I'm Carlie. I love animals of all kinds! I have experience pet sitting for dogs, cats, fish, and bearded dragons. I also have experience dog walking! I am definitely an outgoing animal lover and would love your pet as if they were my own! I have a 6-month-old German shepherd/golden retriever puppy. I am comfortable with...
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Elizabeth P.

Saint Bonifacius, MN

from
$9/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! I grew up on a farm with cats, dogs, chickens, ducks, horses, pigs, and cattle. Apart from taking care of my own animals I have pet sit for multiple families and occasionally help with dog walking.
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Kristina B.

Minneapolis, MN

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$27/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I grew up around animals, with my parents and grandparents raising birds, dogs, rabbits, fish, salamanders, turtles, hamsters, and various critters my brother would bring home. As an adult, my home has its own kind of zoo with two dogs, two cats, seven kids, and a bearded dragon- busy to say the least! We love our animals around...
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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
administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet sitting
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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Heidi S.

Quality Care For Your Pets

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Pet transportation
administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
Hello to everyone looking for quality care for your pets. I am responsible and qualified and have been providing animal care for the past 4 years. I am also a licensed school social worker with 20 years of experience. I have done professional in-home pet sitting in the US, Canada and New Zealand. Both staying at the home and as...

Care Member says "Heidi stayed with our dog Puff for 4 to 6 hours two nights at our Minneapolis hotel while we attended the groom’s dinner and wedding of our...

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Kristina B.

Fun, Compassionate Sitter And Walker

Shakopee, MN

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi, My name is Kristina. Are you looking for a trusted, compassionate, dependable dog/cat caretaker with lots of experience during vacations, or throughout the day while you're at work? Well, look no further. I have years of experience in the field! It can be extremely hard to find the best person to leave your dog to right...

Bonnie S. says "Our dogs loved her and she was great with our flexible schedule. I'd hire her again in a heartbeat!"

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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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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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Julia W.

Eden Prairie, MN

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
administration of medicine
pet transportation
boarding
pet sitting
I have had dogs of my own my entire life. I currently have a 1-year-old great pyrenees and two cats. I have experience dog sitting for my neighbors throughout my life as well. I have also worked at a dog groomers washing dogs. I will care for dogs of all sizes and ages. I can also care for cats. I am able to meet a variety of...
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Jess S.

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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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
administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
**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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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.00/hr as of October 2025

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Maple Plain, MN

Dog Sitters in Maple Plain, 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.

Heidi S.

Heidi stayed with our dog Puff for 4 to 6 hours two nights at our Minneapolis hotel while we attended the groom’s dinner and wedding of our...

- Care member

Kristina B.

Our dogs loved her and she was great with our flexible schedule. I'd hire her again in a heartbeat!

- Bonnie S.

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Maple Plain, MN

Dog sitters near you in Maple Plain, 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 Maple Plain, 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 Maple Plain, MN is $15.00.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Maple Plain, 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 Maple Plain, 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 Maple Plain, 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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