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Kyla O.

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(0)
from
$16/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
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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Brenna E.

The Sitter Your Pets Would Pick

Minneapolis, MN

from
$16/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Friendly and dependable pet sitter for cats and dogs! I focus on comfort, play, and keeping your pets safe and happy while you're away!
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Joellen V.

Caring Fun Sitter

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
I love dogs (and other animals) and they love me! I will take care of your pet like it's my own and do everything required to make & keep your pet happy & content. I love to play with dogs either in the house, outside in the backyard, walking around town, and taking them through the local parks. I've personally taken care of 2...

BETHANY B. says "Joellen is a kind and thoughtful person. Reliable and caring. Soft spoken and sensitive but not without opinions/beliefs. She can handle herself in any...

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Mackenzie W.

Experienced Pet Care Provider

Minneapolis, MN

from
$16/hr
7 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! I just moved to Berkeley and I'm looking for part-time pet and house-sitting jobs in the Berkeley/Oakland area. I have extensive pet-care experience, from walking/running dogs, providing in-home pet care for up to three dogs at a time, and being a long-time dog owner myself. I also took care of a special-needs cat every...
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Katherine E.

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
6 years experience
Pet walking
boarding
administration of medicine
pet sitting
daily feeding
+ 1 more
I worked at "The Hound Dog Pet Hotel" for a summer in 2003. I fed, watered, played, and bathed dogs. I have also been a dog, bird, and cat sitter before. Doing the same basic animal care to make sure they are being fed/given water, kept clean, played with, and take care of animal waste. I have a dog of my own who will be 7 in...

Bobbie L. says "I met Katie through the Italian Greyhound rescue group. She is a volunteer. And she owns (or is owned by) a delightful Italian Greyhound. She is a...

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Amber B.

Critter Sitter

Minneapolis, MN

from
$16/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
I provide dog sitting in your home. I can stay overnight or if you live close I can go a couple times a day to feed the dog(s) and let the dog(s) outside.
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Helen H.

Minneapolis, MN

from
$36/hr
2 years experience
Boarding
I have a 7-year-old 70 lb. dog that is friendly. I have been sit dogs in Blaine for families for 2 years now. Daily walks, plenty of playtime, and love as usually someone is home with them. No small children in the home.
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Alayja H.

Minneapolis, MN

from
$16/hr
9 years experience
Pet sitting
Hi! I'm Alayja!, a responsible and loving pet sitter with a deep passion for animals especially dogs of all breeds and sizes. I have 9 years of experience caring for dogs, from energetic puppies to senior companions, and I treat every dog like they're part of my own family. Whether your pup needs long walks, playtime, feeding,...
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Joanna F.

Experienced Dog Sitter/ Walker With Flexible Availability

Minneapolis, MN

from
$22/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
pet sitting
boarding
grooming
pet walking
Hi, I'm JoAnna! With over 10 years of professional cleaning experience, I offer thorough, reliable, and personalized cleaning services for homes of all sizes. I specialize in deep cleaning, routine upkeep, laundry, and home organization. I'm child- and pet-friendly, fully insured, and always respectful of your home and...
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Paige H.

Minneapolis, MN

from
$16/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
boarding
pet walking
Hi my name is Paige, and I'm excited to help you with your pet care needs. I love animals and have grown up with pets in my house since I was a young girl. I have experience sitting for dogs and caring for my birds, fish, and rabbits. I understand that pets are such an important part of your family and I care for them as such....
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Hannah P.

Minneapolis, MN

from
$16/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
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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Christina D.

Fun Dog Sitter

Minneapolis, MN

from
$16/hr
Pet sitting
boarding
pet transportation
pet walking
I would love to care for your pets I have always had pets my whole life I really enjoy caring for pets I would love your furry friend the same way you would while in my care
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Kaiden S.

Your Pet's Next Best Friend!

Minneapolis, MN

from
$17/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I'm a passionate animal lover with 15 years of experience in pet sitting and caring for a variety of pets, including dogs, cats, and small animals. I understand the importance of providing a safe, comfortable, and nurturing environment for your pets while you're away. My goal is to offer peace of mind to pet owners by ensuring...
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Melissa R.

Pet And House Sitting, Dog Walking

Minneapolis, MN

from
$20/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
boarding
pet walking
Hi! I have done occasional pet sitting for many years. I have a 70lb rescue pup which is my first dog that I dreamt of having since I was a kid! We were only allowed to have small pets growing up. I love meeting other family pets and getting love on them and care for their needs accordingly. Right now, I can only do...
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Madeline C.

Experienced Pet Sitter

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(0)
from
$16/hr
Pet sitting
boarding
pet transportation
pet walking
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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Chelsey G.

Minneapolis, MN

from
$16/hr
2 years experience
Hi there! My name is Chelsey. I'm currently in college and it can be pretty stressful. The best thing to help with that for me is being with animals! I've had pets growing up throughout my whole life and I've come to learn that they all have unique personalities. I am quick when bonding with animals and know that building trust...
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Verity F.

Future Dog And Cat Mama!

Minneapolis, MN

from
$18/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I am a sophomore at the University of Minnesota- Twin Cities missing my own dog and the dogs and cats I sit for at home!
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Colleen B.

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
boarding
pet walking
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I love dogs of all sizes and ages! Can also perform baths and light grooming.
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Amelia Z.

Dog Walker/ Pet Sitter

Minneapolis, MN

from
$16/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi, My name is Amelia! I am going to be a sophomore in college hoping to get my bachelor's degree in exercise physiology with the intent of being a physical therapist. I'm a huge animal lover!! I have played basketball for my whole life, including college, so I love to get outside and throw the tennis ball or get active with my...
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Kavitha K.

Dog Whisperer

Minneapolis, MN

from
$25/hr
7 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have provided in home dog care while families have traveled for 7 years. I started with families I did child care for and through word of mouth have added additional dogs to my wild pack of friends. Overnight stays will get your dog daily walks, plenty of attention and cuddles if they want it, food and water on their own...
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  • 204 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.36/hr as of June 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 $17.36.

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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