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Claire B.

Here To Care For Your Pets!

Eden Prairie, MN

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
dog training
grooming
pet transportation
+ 1 more
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...

Patti W. says "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...

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Colleen B.

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
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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Litsi O.

Part-time Pet Sitter/walker

Hopkins, MN

5.0(0)
from
$18/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
Hi! I provide dog/cat sitting and walking in your own home. I have had two years of experience pet sitting, and I absolutely love it! I love dogs and cats they are two of the most amazing creatures on this planet! I can look over pets from all sizes and ages. Don't hesitate to message me!
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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 sitting
daily feeding
pet walking
administration of medicine
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 walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
administration of medicine
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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Traci G.

Pet Sitter House Sitter

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Pet sitting
boarding
pet transportation
administration of medicine
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. :)

Amy W. says "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."

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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 walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
daily feeding
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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Samantha K.

Experienced Pet-Sitter

Hopkins, MN

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
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...

Care Member says "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...

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Uri H.

Pet Sitter Available

Saint Paul, MN

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
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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Camilla B.

Animal Sitter/Walker(Includes Large Mammals)

Saint Paul, MN

from
$14/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hi there! My name is Camilla and I grew up in northern Minnesota on a farm with cows, horses, goats, and chickens! And of course some dogs and cats running around. You name it and I'm probably comfortable around it, or open to the idea of meeting and seeing your animal and I's compatibility! Please let me know if you have any...
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Sophie R.

24 Year Old With Her Own Dog

Minneapolis, MN

from
$16/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
boarding
I'm 24 years old and grew up with dogs and cats. As an adult, I have my own miniature Australian shepherd that is very sweet and energetic. Looking for boarding/overnight pet sitting opportunities.
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Heather J.

Experienced Pet Sitter With A Heart For Dogs

Minnetonka, MN

from
$9/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
With 10 years of experience as a pet sitter, I have a genuine passion for caring for dogs of all breeds. My current companion, Lucy, a spirited Labrador Retriever puppy, brings joy and inspiration to my work every day. I prioritize the well-being and happiness of every pet I care for, ensuring they receive the love and attention...
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Claire L.

Hopkins, MN

from
$9/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I love animals of all kinds and I have tons of experience with dogs of all sizes and ages. I grew up with two Rhodesian Ridgebacks who are 90+ pounds each, so I'm comfortable with big dogs! I also have experience doing long-term pet sitting and walking for dogs as small as 5 pounds. I have experience with small animals, like...
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Anna J.

Dog Sitter

Rosemount, MN

from
$10/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
administration of medicine
4 years experience caring for dogs of all breeds and ages! I can travel to your home or they can come to mine so I and care for your furry friend! I will meet the needs of your pets and make sure they are well taken care of and are safe!
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Lydia M.

Saint Paul, MN

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I've been dog and cat sitting since I was a girl helping watch my neighbor's cats. I've also done dogsitting at people's homes, as well as watched my own family's pets while they were away and get the mail, etc.
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Faith T.

Minneapolis, MN

from
$16/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
Hi, my name is Faith and I would love to hang out and take care of your furry family members! I grew up with dogs and I currently have one Cat, Evy. She is a loving tortoiseshell kitty. I have experience dog and cat sitting for neighbors and family friends for many years.
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Faith F.

Saint Paul, MN

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
I'm a lifelong dog lover with some paid experience house-sitting and caring for dogs. I grew up with multiple pets in the family, and I'm currently in nursing school and looking to earn some extra money doing something I enjoy!
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Nakita S.

Pet Lover - Detailed - Responsible

Chaska, MN

from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
boarding
dog training
pet walking
pet transportation
+ 1 more
Pet Lover Alert! Whether cat, dog, reptile, farm animal - I resonate with them all! I also have a website with testimonials that I will provide - this system wont allow the address to be posted here. Perhaps you have a cat, an in-home pet, or an aging dog. I will visit your pet during the day when you are away. I provide all...
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Roxanne T.

Loving Caring Dog Sitter/walker

Minneapolis, MN

from
$12/hr
1 year experience
Dog training
pet walking
pet sitting
In my life I have owned and cared for many dogs. I currently have a small puppy adopted from a shelter and I am obviously over the moon for him! I would love to fill my life with more dog interactions and share my love of furry snuggles, sloppy kisses, and goofy zoomies. I have experience walking dogs as well as providing daily...
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Kathryn L.

Hi, My Name Is Katie!

Excelsior, MN

from
$9/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
boarding
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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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.14/hr as of December 2025

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

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

Claire B.

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...

- Patti W.

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

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you 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.

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 $15.14.

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.

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.

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.

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