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Kristiana H.

BIG Animal Lover: Pet Care/House Sitting/Dog Sitting-Walking-Training

Minneapolis, MN

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
boarding
pet walking
dog training
+ 1 more
Hi, I LOVE animals of all kind, but most especially dogs. I have experience training and showing dogs, and I have adopted many rescue animals who went from timid or unruly to happy well-mannered family members. If you need help with your pets or your home, let me know. I can come to you, or you can bring your pet here for...
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Part- Time Dog Sitter

Minneapolis, MN

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$16/hr
7 years experience
Pet walking
boarding
pet sitting
pet transportation
Obviously love dogs, have a wire hair dachshund of my own, have spent over 7 years house sitting with dogs.
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Dog Lover

Minneapolis, MN

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I provide dog sitting in your home, and would love to walk your furry four-legged friend. I am a single mom to an amazing 9-year-old taekwondo lover. We have a dog named Willis who we absolutely adore!
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Part-time Dog Sitter

Minneapolis, MN

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$16/hr
Pet sitting
While I haven't had any paid experience caring for animals, I have grown up with dogs, and have learned from a young age what it takes to take care of a pet. Not only had I been raised in a household with at least 1 dog since I was 7 years old, and know all of the ups and downs of owning pets. Naughty or nice, I love dogs and am...
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Part-Time Dog Sitter Specializing In Small Dogs

Minneapolis, MN

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$28/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet walking
pet transportation
Hi, I'm Kristy! I am a licensed esthetician by trade, who embraces a healthy lifestyle. Currently, I work two days a week and am seeking part-time hours caretaking. I'm a huge dog lover and enjoy nature! My mom moved in with me a year ago after her companion passed away. We spend our time crafting, healthy cooking, laughing, and...
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Pet Lover

Minneapolis, MN

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have done dog and cat sitting for 10 years. Also dog walking. I have had pets all my life and currently have 3 dogs. Pets have always been a huge part of my life.
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Golden Retriever Energy

Minneapolis, MN

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting. My love of working with dogs and cats started when I was 16 at my first job as a kennel attendant at doggy daycare. I'm currently working at a Vet Hospital full time and would like start shifting towards dog or cat sitting. With my animal background I am...
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Pet Care Avalible

Minneapolis, MN

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
With the love of animals and caring for my own dogs and cats. I have done several house and pet sitting, walking and even some basic training for dogs and cats over the years. Starting with my neighbors at age 13 and then several check-ins for those on vacation or out of town. I'm trustworthy and dependable. I treat others and...
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Minneapolis, MN

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
boarding
pet sitting
grooming
Hi! My first business was a pet sitting business at 12 years old. I have loved animals my whole life! I have two large breed dogs and a cat. I will treat your pets as if they are my own.
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Minneapolis, MN

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$16/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
boarding
pet sitting
While I was in college in San Francisco my part time job was dog walking, sitting, and boarding. I have about 3 years of experience and have taken classes for pet care. I have also grown up with labs my whole life. I just love dogs and am looking to spend more time with them. I also have a very flexible work schedule so I am...
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Minneapolis, MN

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$16/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello pet parents! I have experience taking care of all different types of animals: dogs, cats, birds, fish, reptiles, small mammals. I used to work at Petsmart for 2 years, both as a pet care specialist and as a manager. I have also had cats my entire life and have experience pet sitting for families. I would love to take care...
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Pet Sitter/Dog Walker

Minneapolis, MN

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet transportation
My goal in pet sitting is to make both you and your pet as comfortable as possible while you're away. I've been in paid positions for pet sitting and dog walking for the past 15 years, for a variety of animals from birds to ferrets to dogs to horses. I have and can administer medications. Due to the flexibility of my career, I...
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Ingrid J.'s Photo

Minneapolis, MN

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
boarding
pet sitting
I grew up in a family with multiple dogs--We liked having two dogs at a time. I would routinely take them on walks (sometimes together, sometimes separate), feed them based on their unique requirements, and play with them according to their personalities and comfort levels. I also have experience pet-sitting cats and rodents for...
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Pet-lover Looking For Part-time Pet Care Positions!

Minneapolis, MN

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$16/hr
5 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
I can provide overnight pet sitting in your own home. I have experience pet-sitting dogs and cats. I have cared for animals my whole life and enjoy giving them love and care until you return!
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Reilly P.'s Photo

Minneapolis, MN

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$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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Responsible Pet Sitter/Walker

Minneapolis, MN

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
boarding
pet sitting
Hello! I have had pets all my life and currently have a sweet golden retriever. I am available for dog walking and pet sitting.
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Minneapolis, MN

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! My name is Grace. I am a graduate student at the University of Minnesota and I am studying school psychology. I have lots of services that I can provide. I have experience in dog sitting, babysitting, as well as other light housekeeping tasks. I was also a lead toddler teacher for 9 months. I am willing to get recertified in...
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Casual Pet Sitter

Minneapolis, MN

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Dog training
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I'm a companion animal veterinary technician with over 5 years of medical experience. I currently work in emergency medicine and am a fear free certified pet professional. Although I specialize in cats and dogs, I also have experience doing in-home care for pocket pets and reptiles. If it works with my schedule, I'm willing to...
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Minneapolis, MN

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$16/hr
I have had dogs and been dog sitting all of my life. I am very friendly, and love to go in walks and give snuggles.
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Enthusiastic Dog Lover

Minneapolis, MN

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$16/hr
5 years experience
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! I am a sophomore at UMN. Right now I have an 9-year-old poodle, as well as a 4-year-old Chihuahua mix who only has three legs. As well as my own pets, I have volunteered at a dog rescue and pet sat for many families! I love playing with dogs and giving them a lot of love. Seeing the way dogs thrive when exercising or playing...
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  • 185 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.37/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog sitters is 5.0

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Minneapolis, MN

Dog sitters near you in Minneapolis, 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 Minneapolis, 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 Minneapolis, MN is $17.37.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Minneapolis, 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 Minneapolis, 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 Minneapolis, 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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