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Karina D.

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
Hi, I'm Karina! I'm an animal lover and have grown up surrounded by all kinds of pets. My family always had animals as part of our home, including two dogs and a cat at a time, as well as parrots, fish, and bunnies. They weren't just pets-they were family. Through them, I learned how much love and companionship animals can bring...
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Megan N.

Pet Sitter

Prior Lake, MN

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$10/hr
3 years experience
Dog training
administration of medicine
boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
+ 1 more
I have two dogs of my own, a 3-year-old lab shepherd mix and 9-month-old Labradoodle, a 13-year-old cat, and 1 Guinea Pig. I have about 4 families I pet sit for on a regular basis.
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Sydney J.

Savage, MN

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$9/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I am currently a college student with my first degree in early childhood education and working on my second degree. I have been babysitting and pet sitting for 10+ years now. I was a preschool teacher for 2+ years and worked at a dog boarding facility for 4+ years. I own 2 dogs of my own and would love to help take care of yours...
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Gabby O.

Prior Lake, MN

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$12/hr
7 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! I'm a responsible and caring pet sitter with a genuine love for animals of all kinds. I have experience with both dogs and cats, and I treat every pet like they're my own. Whether it's walks, playtime, or just keeping them company, I'm here to make sure your pets feel safe and happy. I'm reliable, flexible, and happy to...
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Colleen B.

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
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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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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Julie M.

Animal Lover Looking To Watch Pets

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
6 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
My name is Juliann and I am interested in your dog sitting position. I just recently graduated from the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse and I am new to the area. I am definitely a dog lover and have had dogs in my life since I was little. I also have experience in the past pet sitting both dogs and cats. I love staying active...

Lisa H. says "Julie is great with kids. She was able to develop a positive rapport with my child and at the same time hold her accountable for behavior and...

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Sandy K.

Pet-sitter/Caregiver

Saint Paul, MN

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet transportation
pet walking
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...

Carla M. says "Sandy will care for your dog like her own and even had some training recommendations for us. We have hired her twice and would hire her again. Thank you...

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Madeline C.

Experienced Pet Sitter

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(0)
from
$16/hr
Boarding
pet sitting
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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Essence S.

A Bubbly And Energetic Animal Lover

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Caring for animals is one of my best joys in life. I come from a family of pet lovers. So far, I've owned dogs, cats, birds, hamsters, a Guinea pig and one turtle. I'm currently raising a pup named Lucy! She is a Bully Bassett hound mix. I can help out with sitting, walking, bathing etc. in addition, I LOVE to play :)
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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
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet transportation
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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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
Administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet walking
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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Charlee G.

Part Time Pet Sitter Available!

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I provide dog and cat sitting in your own home.

Alyssa E. says "Charlee did an EXCELLENT job with my dog while I was out of town. They coordinated with my parents to exchange the pup, sent me pictures when I asked,...

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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
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet transportation
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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Uri H.

Pet Sitter Available

Saint Paul, MN

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
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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Kristi T.

Pet Care Avalible

Minneapolis, MN

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
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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Zoe E.

Minneapolis, MN

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$16/hr
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
Experienced Sitter who can pamper! I and have an active lifestyle, taking my dogs on several walks, a run, and a trip to the park every day! My home is puppy proof and I have two dogs that love to play, making home boarding and doggy day care a fun, safe time for your pup! Although I like to take dogs on adventures away from...
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Arianna B.

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Minneapolis, MN

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$16/hr
1 year experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
My experience includes multiple years of owning/ being around and apart of families with a variety of different dogs, and cats, including senior animals. It also includes paid pet sitting overnight. I am experienced with diabetic cats who need insulin and or glucose testing. I'm very familiar, comfortable and I love being around...
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Syd S.

Pet Sitter/Dog Walker

Minneapolis, MN

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
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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Isabella C.

Caring, Trustwothy Experienced- Petsitter

Minneapolis, MN

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hello! Thank you for taking the time to review my profile. I am a huge animal lover and have grown up/cared for dogs for as long as I can remember. I grew up with mostly Norwegian Elkhounds but had 1 Carin terrier find his way to my family. Currently I have 1 Norwegian Elkhound named Bear who is about 6 years old and my best...
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $13.86/hr as of October 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog sitters is 5.0

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Shakopee, MN

Dog Sitters in Shakopee, MN are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed dog sitters

Julie M.

Julie is great with kids. She was able to develop a positive rapport with my child and at the same time hold her accountable for behavior...

- Lisa H.

Sandy K.

Sandy will care for your dog like her own and even had some training recommendations for us. We have hired her twice and would hire her...

- Carla M.

Michelle N.

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...

- Kelly K.

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Shakopee, MN

Dog sitters near you in Shakopee, 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 Shakopee, 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 Shakopee, MN is $13.86.

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