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My name is Danny! I am looking for work as an occasional pet sitter/dog walker. I have experience with most house pets! I have grown up with dogs and cats my entire life. I have also pet sat for many of my friends/neighbors. :)
Danielle can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Kailey R.
Lakeville, MN
$14-30/hr
Hey there! I was interested in your needs! I have grown up my whole life around pets! And currently have a pit bull at home myself. I've pet sit for a family with 2 cats and a dog previously. I love friendly dogs that can play but also cuddle. I'd love to be there for your dogs as a companion while you're not home!
Kailey can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
I have been working with dogs for many years, through fostering, working at a dog daycare, pet sitting, and as a dog care lead at Coco's Heart Animal Rescue. I am two years into an animal science degree at UW-River Falls, and am currently a training and behavior apprentice at the Animal Humane Society in Golden Valley.
Madeline can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Melissa V.
Lakeville, MN
$15-25/hr
Hi! My name is Melissa, I'm 19 years old and live in Lakeville, MN. I have 2 cats of my own, and spend most of my days with my boyfriend's 1-year-old Siberian husky. I love going for walks, and having a dog with me makes it 100x more entertaining. I will be honest, I don't have much experience pet sitting for new people I...
Melissa can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Christina L.
Lakeville, MN
$10-20/hr
I love working with pets! I have 2 dogs, a snake, a gecko, and a bird of my own. I have been a pet sitter for my family members and friends multiple times as well.
Christina can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting
Chloe N.
Burnsville, MN
$8-14/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi, I recently moved here from Madison and I'm looking for some semi permanent jobs to help! I can walk dogs or dog sit between my class schedule!
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
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...
Kris can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking
5.0
"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.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Katie and I am a life-long animal lover. Besides caring for my family's dogs throughout my life, I have also dog-sat for neighbors and family friends since high school. I have traveled to houses to walk, play with, and feed dogs and I have also stayed at homes for several nights to be a constant companion. People I...
Katie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, grooming
5.0
"Katie was amazing!! She took such care of our Golden while we were away. Even through a snow storm he still got out and played! I would highly recommend her any day!"
Christy H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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,...
Lily can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
Mary J.
Minneapolis, MN
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
Dog And Cat Sitter, Pet Care, Daily Walks, In Home/ Boarding Care. Occasional And Last Minuet Needs.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Raised with both cats and dogs from young age into adulthood. Experience with large breed dogs. Own 3 cats and 1 Newfoundland dog since they were kittens and puppy.
Mary can also help with: Boarding, grooming, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet transportation & more
5.0
"absolutely wonderful!! never used Care.com before, so I was a bit nervous. she put me at ease, sending me pictures frequently and checking in with me daily. such a gem, I will be using her again in a heartbeat. HIGHLY recommend."
Jacquelyn K.
Marissa J.
Rosemount, MN
$12-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
Marissa can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"Marissa was hired to walk our Dog. She did a great job and we would really like to have come again."
Joel U.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Sammy and I have been caring for pets for about 9 years. My experience includes dog walking, check ins and let outs throughout the day, overnight pet care, and cleaning up after pets. I enjoy spending time with animals and care for them as if they were my own. I have one dog, two cats, and a hamster at home, so I...
Samantha can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Sammy has stayed at my home and taken care of my dog and 3 cats while on vacation. She left the house in better shape then I left it and all 4 pets were in perfect shape. I have a big dog and she had no trouble taking care of him.
I also know some of the people she...
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Colleen B.
Minneapolis, MN
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I love dogs of all sizes and ages! Can also perform baths and light grooming.
Colleen can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I provide pet sitting in your home or mine if necessary. Very flexible schedule. Long time pet owner, dogs, cats, fish. 10+ years experience pet sitting. Love dogs of all sizes and temperaments, cats, rodents, mammals in general. :)
Traci can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, boarding, pet transportation
5.0
"Traci took care of my dog better than I did - including managing his medicine and giving injections. She is an enthusiastic pet lover and very reliable."
Amy W.
5.0
(1)
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.
Uri can also help with: Pet walking, grooming, pet sitting
5.0
"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 dependable and reliable and would highly recommend his services."
Joaquin P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Annaliese. I have lots of experience as a cat sitter. While earning my college degree, I would house and cat sit for various teachers while they were away on sabbatical for many months. Also, Growing up in South Dakota, my family owned an ample amount of land, and with that came many pets. I have been taking...
Annaliese can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Annaliese is a great communicator and took care of everything just perfectly for us. We'll definitely hire her again! "
Michelle S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello there! My name is Claire and I have grown
up with dogs since I got an Australian Shepherd
at 4 years old. Since then I have lived with Black
Labs, Chocolate Labs, and chihuahuas - I love
them all!
While I absolutely love dogs, my current lease
doesn't allow me to own one. So I got into dog sitting! I have been...
Claire can also help with: Dog training, grooming, pet walking, boarding, pet sitting, pet transportation & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Claire has been a great dog sitter for us when we travel. We always come home to happy dogs and a well kept house. She always responds quickly, she's very dependable and has even helped us in a last minute pinch! I highly recommend Claire!"
Patti W.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I love dogs and cats. I realize that for many people pets are like their children. I have experience walking & caring for large, medium and small dogs. I also provide excellent care for cats. I am dependable, honest and loving.
Becca can also help with: Dog training, administration of medicine, grooming, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting & more
5.0
"Becca is well...awesome. My dog went over and sat down next to her during the interview. He knows the word "Becca". He knows hungry, dog park and Becca."
Timothy L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
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...
Sandy can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, daily feeding, administration of medicine
5.0
"Sandy watched my 2 big male cats recently. She did a great job stopping in daily to check food & water, checked litter box & most importantly played with them. She kept in contact with me by text & sent pictures. I felt secure with her watching my babies."
Karen M.
Alyssa W.
Rosemount, MN
$15/hr • 2 yrs exp
I can provide dog sitting in your home! I have grown up with dogs my whole life and have experience pet sitting as well.
Alyssa can also help with: Pet sitting
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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Prior Lake, MN
Kris U.
5.0
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.
Katie L.
5.0
Katie was amazing!! She took such care of our Golden while we were away. Even through a snow storm he still got out and played! I would highly recommend her any day!
- Christy H.
Mary J.
5.0
absolutely wonderful!! never used Care.com before, so I was a bit nervous. she put me at ease, sending me pictures frequently and checking in with me daily. such a gem, I will be using her again in a heartbeat. HIGHLY recommend.
- Jacquelyn K.
Marissa J.
5.0
Marissa was hired to walk our Dog. She did a great job and we would really like to have come again.
- Joel U.
Samantha K.
5.0
Sammy has stayed at my home and taken care of my dog and 3 cats while on vacation. She left the house in better shape then I left it and all 4 pets were in perfect shape. I have a big dog and she had no trouble taking care of him.
I also know some of the people she has done childcare and pet sitting...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Prior Lake, MN
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Prior Lake, MN?
Dog sitters near you in Prior Lake, 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.
How much do dog sitters charge near me in Prior Lake, MN?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Prior Lake, 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 Prior Lake, MN is $16.80.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Prior Lake, MN?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Prior Lake, 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.
How can I safely hire a dog sitter near me in Prior Lake, MN?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Prior Lake, 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.
Can I hire an in-home dog sitter near me in Prior Lake, MN?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Prior Lake, 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.